Working with clients abroad is one of the best parts of freelancing. It also adds a few questions that local work never raises: which currency, what about tax, and how will the money reach you.
Choose the currency on purpose
Bill in the currency you want to be paid in, or one your client finds easy to pay, and state it clearly on the invoice. Many freelancers use US dollars, euros or pounds for foreign clients because they are widely accepted. Agree it before you start so there are no surprises.
Think about exchange rates and fees
- Banks and payment services each add fees and use their own exchange rate.
- Services such as Wise, PayPal and Stripe differ in cost, so compare them for your usual amounts.
- If the invoice is large, ask whether the client will cover transfer fees.
Tax across borders
Rules differ by country. Some clients need a tax or VAT number on the invoice. Others do not charge you VAT at all when you are a business abroad. Ask your client what their accountant needs, and check with a local tax adviser about your own obligations.
Make the invoice easy to pay from anywhere
- Show the currency symbol and the currency code, for example USD.
- Put the full payment details on the invoice: bank, IBAN or SWIFT, or a payment link.
- Use plain dates, such as 17 October 2026, which cannot be read two ways.
- Mind time zones when you say a payment is due.
Wizard Invoice supports 28 currencies, keeps totals from mixing across currencies, and lets each brand have its own currency and payment link.
