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GST invoice format for photographers

Photography invoices combine a shoot fee, editing and albums, often with an advance already paid at booking. Here is a free gst invoice format built for photographers and videographers. Download it in Excel, Word or PDF, or copy the sample below.

Sample gst invoice format for photographers

Tax invoice

DescriptionQtyRateAmount
Wedding photography, 2 days2₹35,000₹70,000
Cinematic video highlight1₹20,000₹20,000
Premium album, 40 pages1₹12,000₹12,000
Subtotal
₹1,02,000
CGST 9% + SGST 9% (same state)
₹9,180 + ₹9,180
Total
₹1,20,360

Sample figures only. 18% GST is shown as a typical rate for services; use the rate that applies to you. For another state, charge IGST instead of CGST and SGST.

The Excel file has working formulas, so you can change the quantities and rates and the totals update.

What to put on a gst invoice format for photographers

Along with the usual header, numbering, dates and totals, photographers should add:

  • Event or shoot name, date and location
  • Hours of coverage
  • Number of edited photos or video length
  • Advance received at booking

Tips for photographers

  • Show the advance already paid and the balance left.
  • State what was delivered, such as the number of edited photos and the video length.
  • Mention the delivery or sharing method for the final files.

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Also: GST calculator · HSN and SAC finder

Questions

Should photographers charge GST?

If your turnover is above the registration threshold, photography services are taxable. Below it, you may not need to register. Confirm with your CA.

What must a GST invoice for photographers contain?

Your name, address and GSTIN, a unique invoice number and date, the client's details, a description of each item with SAC or HSN code, the taxable value, the GST rate and amount (CGST and SGST, or IGST), and the total.

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