1099 independent contractor invoice template — free
100% private — this invoice is generated in your browser and never uploaded. Crossbill keeps no copy.
As a US independent contractor paid on a 1099, your invoice should match the legal name and tax ID (EIN or SSN) you gave your client on your W-9 — mismatches cause 1099-NEC headaches at year end. This preset sets that up, and reflects that services generally aren't subject to sales tax in most states, so no tax line is added by default.
List your services with hours or fixed fees, set net-15/30 terms with an automatic due date, and add a 'Pay now' link (your Stripe, PayPal or Wise) to get paid faster. The PDF is generated in your browser and never uploaded — your rates and client details stay private.
Sales-tax rules vary by state and by what you sell; if it applies to you, set a rate. This is not tax advice.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I charge sales tax on a 1099 invoice?
- Usually not — most states don't tax professional/freelance services. Some states tax specific services or goods. Set a rate only if it applies to you.
- What tax ID goes on the invoice?
- The EIN or SSN you reported on your W-9 to that client, matching your legal/business name — so the 1099-NEC they file lines up with your return.
- Will my client send me a 1099?
- A business client that pays you $600 or more in a year generally issues a Form 1099-NEC. Your invoices are your own record of what you billed.