Free cis invoice template

For UK construction subcontractors. Split labour and materials, apply the 20% or 30% CIS deduction to labour only, and add reverse charge VAT when it applies.

Use this template

Opens with typical cis subcontractor (uk) lines filled in. Free, no sign-up, PDF made on your device.

J. Carter Building Serviceshello@northside.example

Invoice

# INV-014

Issued: 3 Nov 2026
Due date: 17 Nov 2026
Site / plot reference: Plot 14, Meadow View
Site address: Meadow View, Leeds LS12

Bill toJordan Ellis27 Cedar Avenue

Description	Qty	Rate	Amount
Labour
Labour — first fix, plot 14 (days)	3	£220.00	£660.00
Labour — second fix, plot 14 (days)	2	£220.00	£440.00
Materials
Materials — pipe, fittings and clips	1	£385.00	£385.00

Labour subtotal£1,100.00

Materials subtotal£385.00

Subtotal£1,485.00

CIS deduction (20% of labour)−£220.00

Amount due£1,265.00

Sample invoice with example prices

What to include

Your UTR (Unique Taxpayer Reference) and VAT number if registered
Labour and materials as separate amounts — CIS comes off labour only
The CIS rate: 20% registered, 30% unregistered, 0% gross payment status
Reverse charge wording when the domestic reverse charge applies

Common questions

Is CIS deducted from materials?

No. The deduction applies to the labour part of the payment. Materials, plant hire and VAT are excluded, which is why the generator keeps them separate.

Who works out the CIS deduction?

The contractor paying you makes the deduction and pays it to HMRC. Showing it on your invoice helps you agree the net amount — always confirm the rate the contractor verified with HMRC.

Do I add VAT under the reverse charge?

If the domestic reverse charge applies, show the VAT rate and amount but leave it out of the total; your customer accounts for it. Turn on "Reverse charge" in the tax settings.

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