Free invoice template for Mexico

Create a professional invoice for Mexico in MXN, with VAT calculated at 16%. Below you’ll find what an invoice in Mexico must include, current rates and local rules — plus a free generator already set up for Mexico.

MXN · $VAT · 16%DD/MM/YYYY
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Invoicing in Mexico at a glance

CurrencyMexican Peso (MXN, $)
Consumption taxVAT
Local nameImpuesto al Valor Agregado (IVA)
Standard rate16%
Reduced rates8%
Date formatDD/MM/YYYY (e.g. 28/10/2026)
Keep invoices for5 years

Required information on an invoice in Mexico

Make sure every invoice you issue in Mexico includes:

  • Issuer’s RFC, name and tax regime (régimen fiscal)
  • Recipient’s RFC, name, tax postal code, tax regime and CFDI use (uso del CFDI)
  • Place of issue (postal code) and date/time
  • SAT product/service key, quantity, unit key, description and unit price
  • Taxes transferred and withheld (IVA, ISR) per concept
  • Payment method (PUE/PPD) and form of payment
  • Digital tax stamp (timbre fiscal) and folio fiscal (UUID) from an authorised PAC

Rules and tips for Mexico

  • All invoices must be issued as CFDI 4.0 electronic invoices stamped by an authorised certification provider (PAC). A PDF without a valid CFDI XML is not a tax invoice.
  • When invoices are paid in instalments or after issuance (PPD), you must issue a payment receipt (complemento de pago).
  • The 8% IVA rate applies in the northern and southern border regions under the border stimulus programme; exports and some food and medicines are 0%.
  • Keep accounting records and CFDIs for 5 years.

Sample invoice for Mexico

This is what a typical invoice looks like with MXN amounts and IVA applied. Create your own in the generator — your data never leaves your browser.

Your Company
123 Business Street
Mexico
Tax ID: MX123456789
Invoice
Invoice no.
2026-0042
Date
01/10/2026
Due date
15/10/2026
Bill to
Client Company
45 Client Avenue, Mexico
DescriptionQtyUnit priceAmount
Consulting services (hours)10$1,600.00$16,000.00
Website design1$22,000.00$22,000.00
Subtotal$38,000.00
IVA 16%$6,080.00
Total$44,080.00

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How to make an invoice in Mexico

  1. Open the BillKit invoice generator using the button above — it is already set to MXN and VAT at 16%.
  2. Add your business details: name, address and your tax or VAT registration number.
  3. Enter your client’s name, address and (for business clients) their tax ID.
  4. Give the invoice a unique sequential number, an issue date and a due date.
  5. List each product or service with quantity and unit price; adjust the tax rate if a reduced rate or exemption applies.
  6. Check the totals, add payment details, then download the PDF and send it to your client.

Frequently asked questions

What is the VAT rate in Mexico?

The standard VAT rate in Mexico is 16%. Reduced rates of 8% apply to certain goods and services.

Do I need to charge VAT on my invoices in Mexico?

Generally yes, if you are registered for VAT and the supply is taxable. Exports, reverse-charge and exempt supplies are treated differently — check the rules for your specific transaction.

Which currency should I use on an invoice in Mexico?

Invoices in Mexico are normally issued in Mexican Peso (MXN). You can usually invoice in a foreign currency, but many tax authorities require the tax amount to also be stated in the local currency.

How long do I need to keep invoices in Mexico?

Keep copies of all issued and received invoices for at least 5 years.

What must an invoice in Mexico include?

Key elements include: Issuer’s RFC, name and tax regime (régimen fiscal); Recipient’s RFC, name, tax postal code, tax regime and CFDI use (uso del CFDI); Place of issue (postal code) and date/time; SAT product/service key, quantity, unit key, description and unit price; Taxes transferred and withheld (IVA, ISR) per concept.

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⚠️ General information, not tax or legal advice. Rules change and may depend on your situation — confirm with a local tax adviser or the tax authority. Last reviewed October 2026.