Billable Hours Invoice Template
Invoice template for billing by the hour. For lawyers, consultants, developers, designers. PDF free.
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1Your Business Details
2Bill To (Client)
3Invoice Details
4Line Items
5Tax, Discount & Shipping
e.g. "VAT (20%)", "GST (10%)", "CGST + SGST (18%)"
e.g. "Early Payment (5%)", "Loyalty Discount"
6Notes & Terms
| Description | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontend development React dashboard Week 1 | 32 | £85.00 | £2,720.00 |
| API integration REST endpoints | 12 | £85.00 | £1,020.00 |
| Code review and QA testing | 6 | £85.00 | £510.00 |
| Project management and client calls | 3 | £60.00 | £180.00 |
Timesheet attached. All hours rounded to nearest 15 minutes.
Net 14. Payment by bank transfer to the account on file.
Billing by the hour is standard for lawyers, accountants, IT consultants, and many freelancers. This template makes it easy to list hours worked, hourly rate, and calculate totals automatically.
What is a Billable Hours Invoice?
A billable hours invoice records the number of hours worked on each task and multiplies by an agreed hourly rate. It is the preferred billing method for knowledge workers and legal professionals.
What to Include
- Your business or professional name
- Client details
- Date range of work performed
- Task description per line item
- Hours worked as quantity
- Hourly rate
- Subtotal per task and grand total
- Payment terms
Tips & Best Practices
Track time accurately
Use a time-tracking app like Toggl or Clockify and attach a timesheet.
Break down by task
Separate line items for different tasks build trust with clients.
Agree on rate upfront
Always confirm your hourly rate in writing before starting work.
Round to 15-minute intervals
Bill in 15, 30, or 60 minute increments and be consistent.
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