Free consulting template
Free Consulting Invoice Template
Invoice your consulting clients with pre-loaded line items for strategy, research, deliverables, and expenses. Edit anything, preview, then save as PDF — all in your browser.
Ready to export or send.
Price your consulting services
Set profitable hourly and project rates before sending your next invoice.
Profit Margin Calculator
Calculate profit, margin percentage, and pricing health from cost and revenue.
Markup Calculator
Calculate selling price, markup, profit, and margin from cost.
Selling Price Calculator
Calculate selling price from cost and target profit margin.
Consulting Business Benchmarks
Key metrics
- Average rate: $100–$350/hr; $2,000–$15,000/project
- Common services: strategy consulting, implementation, workshops & training, retainer advisory
- Payment terms: Net 30 for corporate clients; 50% upfront for new engagements
Typical invoice line items
- • consulting hours
- • project milestone
- • research & analysis
- • deliverable preparation
- • travel expenses
- • software/tools
How to use this template
- 1Add your consulting firm name, consultant name, and billing address
- 2Itemize hours by phase (discovery, analysis, deliverable, review)
- 3Include travel expenses, software costs, and subcontractor fees
- 4Reference the SOW or engagement letter number
- 5Specify payment terms — net 30 for corporate, 50% upfront for new clients
Frequently asked questions
Is this consulting invoice template free?+
Yes. No sign-up, no watermark, no limits. Use it for any consulting discipline — strategy, operations, IT, HR, or management.
What items are pre-loaded?+
The template includes consulting hours, research & analysis, deliverable preparation, and travel expenses. Customize for any engagement.
Can I bill by milestone instead of hourly?+
Yes. Replace hourly line items with milestone-based flat fees. Include milestone descriptions and deliverables for each payment.
Should I include the SOW reference?+
Yes. Add the Statement of Work or engagement letter number in the invoice notes. This helps corporate clients match your invoice to their PO system.
How do I handle expenses?+
Add travel, software, and other expenses as separate line items. Attach receipts if required by the client's procurement policy.