Invoice Generator for Mexico

First, the honest part: in Mexico, official tax invoices are CFDI electronic documents that must be stamped through SAT-authorised systems. A PDF from any online generator — this one included — is not a CFDI, so it won't work as a domestic tax-deductible invoice.

Where a generated PDF is exactly the right tool: quoting work before you formalise it, billing clients abroad who don't need a CFDI, and keeping clean, professional records. Speed Invoices does that for free, with no signup, and your data stays in your browser.

What to include on the document

• Your details — name or business name, address, and your RFC.
• Your client's details — name, address, and RFC for Mexican businesses.
• A sequential number and dates — issue date plus a due date or validity period for quotes.
• Line items — concept, quantity, unit price.
• IVA — shown as its own line, then the total.
• Payment details — how and when you expect to be paid.

IVA at 16%, worked through

Mexico's standard IVA rate is 16%. Quoting a client MX$30,000 for a marketing project:

• Servicios de marketing: MX$30,000
• IVA (16%): +MX$4,800
• Total: MX$34,800

In Speed Invoices, set the currency to MXN, add a custom "IVA 16%" tax line, and the totals — discounts included — calculate automatically. When the client accepts and needs a CFDI, you issue that through your SAT-authorised provider; the numbers already match.

Billing clients in the US and beyond

Plenty of Mexican freelancers and agencies work for clients in the US, Canada, and Europe, where a professional PDF invoice is all that's required. Switch the currency to USD, CAD, or EUR — 46 currencies are supported, with 7 date formats — add your logo, pick a PDF template, and download. The editor also produces receipts, quotes (cotizaciones), credit notes, and purchase orders.

Curious how invoicing works for clients elsewhere? See the UK page for British clients or South Africa for another VAT-style system.

Repeat billing

For monthly retainers, Pro ($5/mo) adds recurring invoices, scheduled sends, payment reminders, and sending from your own domain. The editor and PDF download are free forever.

This article is general guidance, not tax or legal advice. Rates and rules change; confirm with a qualified contador or the SAT for your situation.