What to Include on a Mexico Consultant
A compliant Mexico consultant invoice must include your business name and address, the client's billing details, an invoice number (sequential is best), the issue date and payment due date, a clear breakdown of goods or services, the applicable RFC and rate, and the total amount due in MXN. This free invoice generator pre-fills the country-specific fields so you don't miss the RFC requirement or the DD/MM/YYYY date format Mexico tax offices expect.
Mexico RFC Requirements for Consultants
If your business is registered for RFC in Mexico, you must show the RFC on every taxable invoice and charge the standard rate of 16%. Small consultants with turnover below the registration threshold can use this template without the tax field — just set the tax rate to 0% on each line item. The generator defaults to 16% for Mexico, but every line is editable.
Common Invoice Scenarios for Consultants
Strategy sessions, research hours, report preparation, and travel expenses are the most common line items. Add or remove line items freely — the MXN subtotal, tax, and total recalculate instantly. For Mexico-specific payment details, the bank section supports and PayPal/Stripe where applicable.
How to Get Paid Faster as a Mexico Consultant
Most consultants in Mexico get paid in 14-30 days when they send a clean, itemised invoice immediately after delivery. Set payment terms to "50% deposit, balance on delivery" as a sensible default, include your bank details or PayPal email on the invoice, and follow up by email 3 days before the due date. For larger projects, request a a deposit (typically 30-50%) upfront and issue the final invoice on completion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a RFC to invoice in Mexico?
Only if your turnover exceeds the Mexico registration threshold. Below that, you can invoice without charging RFC. This template works either way — set the tax rate to 0% or 16% per line.
What currency will my invoice use?
Mexico invoices are issued in MXN ($). This generator locks the currency to MXN — you cannot accidentally invoice in a foreign currency.
Can I add my logo?
Yes — upload a PNG, JPG, or SVG logo. It's stored only in your browser (localStorage), never uploaded to any server.
How do I send the invoice to my client?
Download as PDF and email it, or print it. We do not store your invoice data on a server, so there's no in-app sending — your client data stays between you and your client.
Is the DD/MM/YYYY date format correct for Mexico?
Yes — Mexico uses DD/MM/YYYY on official documents. The preview and PDF both render this format automatically.
Can I issue a quote or receipt instead?
Yes — click the "Quote" or "Receipt" button at the top of the editor to switch document type. All three document types share the same data and calculation engine; only the document title and PAID marking differ.