How to Write Payment Terms on an Invoice (With Examples)
Clear terms get you paid faster. Copy-ready wording for due dates, early-payment discounts and late interest.
State the due date, not just 'Net 30'
Write 'Due on 15 July 2026'. Specific dates outperform relative terms.
Offer a small early-payment incentive
'2% discount if paid within 7 days' costs little and pulls cash forward. Issue a credit note for the discount for GST accuracy.
Mention late interest
'Interest at 18% p.a. applies on overdue amounts as per MSMED Act.' Legal backing makes it credible.
Give payment options
UPI QR, bank account with IFSC, and a link. Fewer steps means faster money.
Save as default
Set default terms in SmartGST Settings once; every new invoice carries them and you can edit per document.
Try it on your next invoice
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