Guide
Invoice vs GST invoice vs commercial
Different invoices serve billing, tax, or customs — pick the right one.
1. Standard invoice (bill for payment)
Use when you sell goods or services and need the buyer to pay. Typical fields: seller, client, line items, tax %, due date, bank details. Works worldwide with USD, INR, EUR, and other currencies.
Free invoice generator →2. Sales tax / GST tax invoice
Use when you need a clearer tax layout. In the US, a sales tax invoice shows a single tax % and tax IDs. In India, a GST invoice often needs GSTIN, HSN/SAC, and CGST/SGST or IGST splits. Billvale supports both modes on one tool.
Free sales tax / GST invoice generator →3. Commercial invoice (shipping / customs)
Use for international shipments. Carriers and customs care about exporter, consignee, country of origin, destination, goods description, HS codes, Incoterms, and total value — not just "please pay."
Free commercial invoice generator →Quick chooser
- Client owes you money → Invoice
- Need tax ID / GST splits → Sales tax / GST invoice
- Parcel crossing a border → Commercial invoice
Billvale creates helper PDFs for records. Confirm local tax or customs rules with your advisor when required.