Free invoice template for Switzerland

Create a professional invoice for Switzerland in CHF, with VAT calculated at 8.1%. Below you’ll find what an invoice in Switzerland must include, current rates and local rules — plus a free generator already set up for Switzerland.

CHF VAT · 8.1%DD.MM.YYYY

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Invoicing in Switzerland at a glance

Currency	Swiss Franc (CHF, CHF)
Consumption tax	VAT
Local name	Mehrwertsteuer (MWST) / TVA / IVA
Standard rate	8.1%
Reduced rates	3.8%, 2.6%
Date format	DD.MM.YYYY (e.g. 28.10.2026)
Keep invoices for	10 years
Registration / small-business threshold	CHF 100,000 annual worldwide turnover

Required information on an invoice in Switzerland

Make sure every invoice you issue in Switzerland includes:

Your name and place of business as registered, plus your UID with the suffix “MWST” / “TVA” / “IVA” (e.g. CHE-123.456.789 MWST)
Customer’s name and place of business
Date or period of the supply
Type, subject and scope of the supply
Consideration (price) for the supply
Applicable VAT rate and VAT amount (if the price includes VAT, the rate is sufficient)
Invoice date and invoice number

Rules and tips for Switzerland

VAT registration is mandatory once worldwide turnover from supplies reaches CHF 100,000 a year.
Rates since 2024: 8.1% standard, 2.6% reduced (food, books, medicines) and 3.8% for accommodation.
Most Swiss invoices include a QR-bill payment slip, which replaced the old orange and red slips in 2022.
You may invoice in a foreign currency, but the VAT amount must be converted to CHF for your return.
Business records and invoices must be kept for 10 years.

Sample invoice for Switzerland

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

Your Company

123 Business Street

Switzerland

Tax ID: CH123456789

Invoice

Invoice no.: 2026-0042
Date: 01.10.2026
Due date: 15.10.2026

Bill to

Client Company

45 Client Avenue, Switzerland

Description	Qty	Unit price	Amount
Consulting services (hours)	10	CHF 68.00	CHF 680.00
Website design	1	CHF 960.00	CHF 960.00

SubtotalCHF 1’640.00

MWST 8.1%CHF 132.84

TotalCHF 1’772.84

Payment within 14 days by bank transfer. Thank you for your business!

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How to make an invoice in Switzerland

Open the BillKit invoice generator using the button above — it is already set to CHF and VAT at 8.1%.
Add your business details: name, address and your tax or VAT registration number.
Enter your client’s name, address and (for business clients) their tax ID.
Give the invoice a unique sequential number, an issue date and a due date.
List each product or service with quantity and unit price; adjust the tax rate if a reduced rate or exemption applies.
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 Switzerland?

The standard VAT rate in Switzerland is 8.1%. Reduced rates of 3.8%, 2.6% apply to certain goods and services.

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

Generally yes, once you are registered for VAT. Businesses below the registration or small-business threshold (CHF 100,000 annual worldwide turnover) usually do not charge VAT — in that case don’t show it on the invoice and, where required, state the exemption.

Which currency should I use on an invoice in Switzerland?

Invoices in Switzerland are normally issued in Swiss Franc (CHF). 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 Switzerland?

Keep copies of all issued and received invoices for at least 10 years.

What must an invoice in Switzerland include?

Key elements include: Your name and place of business as registered, plus your UID with the suffix “MWST” / “TVA” / “IVA” (e.g. CHE-123.456.789 MWST); Customer’s name and place of business; Date or period of the supply; Type, subject and scope of the supply; Consideration (price) for the supply.

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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.