Free receipt template

Acknowledge payment for absolutely anything on this receipt template. Download it once, use it a thousand times.

Receipt template with blank fields for users to fill out.

Versatile

Completely customisable, so you can include the exact info your customers need.

Trusty

Created by UK accounting experts, so all the formatting is bang on

Foolproof

It does the maths for you. Punch in costs and quantities, and let the template do the rest.

Download the free receipt template

Fill in the form to get a blank receipt template as an editable PDF. We’ll also link you to an example on how to use it.

Why use this free receipt template

Built by accounting nerds

Designed just for you, this free paid receipt template is easy to complete and adaptable to your business needs.

Formatting requirements checked with local experts Easy to customise for all kinds of transactions Save and reuse it, again and again Fill out and print or email Use as a receipt for cash or credit card payments Easily add in VAT, or skip it if not applicable We'll send you tips on how to fill it out

Using the receipt template

Use this template to send clients professional and accurate receipts of their payments. Just enter the numbers and the template will do the maths for you. Follow these quick tips to get started.

Put the client's details at the top of the template. Add your business contact details. Assign a unique number to each receipt for tracking. Enter a short description of each item or service purchased.

Check the VAT applied to the sale and enter the rate in the appropriate boxes. If there is no tax, leave it blank.

Enter how much your customer paid and the payment method in the payment details box. Add your signature – especially if you're using this as a cash receipt template. Send or give a copy of the receipt to your customer. Save a copy of the receipt with its unique number in the file name. Print and save with your paper files, if you like.

Receipt template with blank fields for users to fill out

Room for two dates

Show separate sales and receipt dates if receipt is sent after the sale.

Quantity and costs

List details of the sale, such as price, quantity, and sales tax (if applicable).

Owed vs paid

Acknowledge partial payments and show the balance owed.

Type of payment

Show the payment method, such as cash, card, or bank deposit.

Using this receipt template

Just add prices, quantities, and payment amount and the template will do the maths for you.

Room for two dates

Show separate sales and receipt dates if receipt is sent later.

Quantity and costs

List details of the sale, the price, quantity and any sales tax (if applicable).

Owed vs paid

Can be used to acknowledge part-payments and show what is still owed.

Type of payment

Show the payment method used eg, cash, card, bank deposit.

FAQs about payment receipt templates

What’s the difference between a sales receipt and an invoice?

An invoice is a request for payment, while a receipt is provided after payment has been made. Invoices can also act as receipts, but sometimes a customer wants an actual receipt for their records. Receipts are also handy to document a non-invoiced sale, especially if the client pays in cash. That’s why we’ve created this payment receipt template.

An invoice is a request for payment, while a receipt is provided after payment has been made. Invoices can also act as receipts, but sometimes a customer wants an actual receipt for their records. Receipts are also handy to document a non-invoiced sale, especially if the client pays in cash. That’s why we’ve created this payment receipt template.

What is the difference between a receipt and a commercial invoice?

A commercial invoice is generated by sellers for international sales. It serves as a customs declaration document during the import and export process. A receipt is a record of payment for a sale, which can be used domestically or internationally.

A commercial invoice is generated by sellers for international sales. It serves as a customs declaration document during the import and export process. A receipt is a record of payment for a sale, which can be used domestically or internationally.

How to create an itemised receipt?

To create an itemised receipt, use a sample payment receipt template that has customisable fields to add items, prices, and quantities. Note each item or service that was purchased, along with the quantity and price. If possible, choose a template that can do the maths for you. Otherwise, multiply the quantity by the price and add up the total for all the items.

To create an itemised receipt, use a sample payment receipt template that has customisable fields to add items, prices, and quantities. Note each item or service that was purchased, along with the quantity and price. If possible, choose a template that can do the maths for you. Otherwise, multiply the quantity by the price and add up the total for all the items.

Is there an app to take pictures of receipts?

Yes – the Xero Me app lets you take photos of your receipts so you can easily track expenses. When you get a receipt for a business purchase, just snap a photo with the app. Then enter a few details and the app enters the expense into your bookkeeping software automatically.

Yes – the Xero Me app lets you take photos of your receipts so you can easily track expenses. When you get a receipt for a business purchase, just snap a photo with the app. Then enter a few details and the app enters the expense into your bookkeeping software automatically.

How do I make receipts for a small business?

Download a payment receipt sample template, fill out the details and send it to your client. For an even faster and easier process, use accounting software with features that make it easy to generate paper or electronic receipts and invoices quickly.

Download a payment receipt sample template, fill out the details and send it to your client. For an even faster and easier process, use accounting software with features that make it easy to generate paper or electronic receipts and invoices quickly.

How do I make a simple receipt?

To make a simple, professional-looking receipt, download a paid receipt template. Then, customise it with details of the purchase and give it to your customer.

To make a simple, professional-looking receipt, download a paid receipt template. Then, customise it with details of the purchase and give it to your customer.

Why are receipts important?

A receipt gives your customer proof of their purchase, in case they need it to back up the expense on a tax return or be reimbursed by someone. It's also helpful if they want to return an item or if there’s a discrepancy about how much has been paid. Receipt templates make it easy for any small business owner to generate receipts.

A receipt gives your customer proof of their purchase, in case they need it to back up the expense on a tax return or be reimbursed by someone. It's also helpful if they want to return an item or if there’s a discrepancy about how much has been paid. Receipt templates make it easy for any small business owner to generate receipts.

What’s the benefit of a digital receipt?

Compared with paper receipts, digital receipts are easier to track, more environmentally friendly, and less expensive than printing and mailing. Customers often prefer digital receipts over paper, and if you use a template, you can make a digital receipt quickly and easily.

Compared with paper receipts, digital receipts are easier to track, more environmentally friendly, and less expensive than printing and mailing. Customers often prefer digital receipts over paper, and if you use a template, you can make a digital receipt quickly and easily.

How do you use a paid receipt template?

Once you find a sample payment receipt template that you like, simply download it and open it in a PDF reader, then modify the receipt to suit your needs. When it's done you can email it to your client as an attachment, or print and mail it.

Once you find a sample payment receipt template that you like, simply download it and open it in a PDF reader, then modify the receipt to suit your needs. When it's done you can email it to your client as an attachment, or print and mail it.