The short answer: With Solobuch, you as a Journalists can create invoices with all mandatory details online in a few seconds via Google login. Up to 3 invoices per month are completely free.
When issuing an invoice, freelance journalists and editors must provide information about copyrights and the purpose of publication in addition to the fee. Create your documents quickly with all mandatory details. Create your invoices quickly, error-free and in a professional design with the Solobuch online generator.
💡 Tip for Journalists: The invoice template contains all mandatory details according to §14 UStG, including tax number/VAT ID, invoice date, service period and unique invoice number.
Everything you need to know about creating legally compliant invoices as a Journalists.
Yes, you can use the invoice template for Journalists completely free of charge and without registration as a PDF download or fill it out directly online in your browser.
A legally compliant invoice for Journalists must contain your name/address according to § 14 UStG, customer details, tax number or VAT ID, invoice date, sequential invoice number, service description, date of performance, and total amount (including VAT or small business note according to § 19 UStG).
Solobuch supports GoBD-compliant bookkeeping: issued invoices cannot be changed (corrections only via cancellation invoice) and can be handed over via DATEV export. You remain responsible for retention and process documentation. Solobuch also supports the e-invoicing standards ZUGFeRD 2.3 and XRechnung phased in under the Growth Opportunities Act for seamless B2B export.
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