Create a VAT only sales invoice

Summary

Learn to create a sales invoice that only contains VAT in Sage Accounting.

Description

You need to create a VAT only sales invoice in Sage Accounting to handle VAT separately, especially for correcting errors or finalising VAT-related transactions. This ensures accurate VAT reporting and compliance.

Resolution

  1. From Sales, select Sales Invoices. 
  2. Select New Invoice.
  3. Enter the Customer, Invoice Date and Due Date details.
  4. Type in a Description, for example, VAT only or VAT adjustment.

    NOTE:

    For Accounting Plus, don't choose a Product/Service.  

  5. In the Ledger Account list, select your usual ledger account for sales.
  6. Set both the Qty/Hrs and Price/Rate boxes as 0.00.
  7. Choose the appropriate VAT Rate.
  8. Input the VAT amount in the VAT* box.
  9. Select Save.
  10. Check the additional information box.
  11. If everything looks good, select Save again. 

CAUTION:

Create a VAT-only sales invoice only if you’re VAT-registered and use it in specific cases; consult an accountant if unsure.

 

Solution Properties

Solution ID
222001000100926
Last Modified Date
Mon Jun 29 11:25:22 UTC 2026
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