Net 30 payment terms clause for freelancers
Net 30 (or Net 14 / Net 7) payment terms wording for freelancers, with invoice timing and what happens after the due date.
Net 30 payment terms clause: copy and adapt
The Provider will invoice the Client [on delivery / at the end of each month]. Payment is due in full within [30] days of the invoice date (Net 30), by bank transfer or card to the details shown on the invoice. Invoices not disputed in writing within [7] days of receipt are deemed accepted.
When to use it
When a client, usually a larger company, requires standard payment terms. Pair it with a deposit or a late payment clause so Net 30 doesn't quietly become Net 90.
Variants by trade
Small clients
Payment is due within [7] days of the invoice date (Net 7).
Monthly billing
The Provider invoices on the last business day of each month for work performed that month; each invoice is payable within [15] days (Net 15).
Frequently asked questions
What does Net 30 mean?
The invoice must be paid within 30 days of its date. Net 7 and Net 14 work the same way with shorter windows.
Should freelancers accept Net 30?
With established companies it's often non-negotiable. Offset it with a deposit up front and a late payment clause.
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