Invoicing

Send an online invoice that customers can pay instantly using their preferred payment method, even if they don’t have an account with PayPal.

Talk to an account specialist to get started, 1-855-456-1330.

Professional and

efficient invoicing

Easy to use

We'll guide you through how to set up your invoice—from adding customer info to choosing how to share it.

Low rates

Send unlimited invoices with no monthly subscription fees. Only pay when you get paid.

More ways to get paid

Offer the most popular payment methods including credit and debit cards, installments, Venmo 1 and Apple Pay ® .

79% of PayPal invoices are paid within one day of sending. 2

Invoicing made simple

Turn estimates into invoices, track payment status, and even schedule payment reminders—all from your merchant dashboard.

Guided experience

Play video: How to create and send an invoice

Customizable options

More payment choices

Easy to send

Pricing with no surprises

No monthly or setup fees. Only pay when you get paid.

Monthly and setup fees

PayPal, Venmo, and Pay Later

3.49% + $0.49 per USD transaction 4

Debit cards, credit cards, and Apple Pay 5

2.99% + $0.49 per USD transaction 4 Fees are subject to change.

⁴ Fixed fee varies by currency received. For international transactions, the fee for receiving domestic transactions applies, plus an additional percentage-based fee.

⁵ Apple Pay does not charge any additional fees.

Effortless invoices for all types of businesses

Create an invoice on the go

Use the PayPal Business app to send personalized invoices, track unpaid bills, and set up payment reminders—all on your phone.

Invoicing tools and templates

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Frequently asked questions

What do I need to send a PayPal invoice?

All you need is a PayPal account. Creating and sending invoices is included with your account. If you don’t have one, sign up for an account.

Does my customer need to have an account with PayPal?

No, your customer doesn’t need an account with PayPal. Upon receiving your invoice, your customer will be able to send their payment directly from the invoice.

Can my customer pay my invoice in installments?

Yes, your customers can pay invoices in installments with PayPal Pay Later. 3

What happens after I send my invoice?

We'll send an email to your customer that links to your invoice. They can review the invoice and choose to pay you online with their debit or credit card, or using their PayPal Wallet. You'll get an email confirming that we've sent your invoices, and when you've been paid.

How do I send an invoice with PayPal?

There are many ways to send PayPal invoices. If you know your customer’s email address, you can add it directly to the invoice and it will be automatically sent with a secure link so they can pay instantly. If you don’t know their email address, you can create a shareable link that you can copy to a clipboard, or share from your phone using a QR code.

Can I accept international payments through PayPal Invoicing?

PayPal Invoicing is available in over 200 countries and accepts payments in more than 25 currencies. Payment options may vary based on the recipient's location.