Before your first international client
A practical checklist for setting up proposals, invoicing and payments before you sign.
Put the agreement in writing
Confirm the name of the business signing the contract, the scope of work, the currency, the payment schedule and who covers transfer fees. Use the same business name across your proposal, contract and invoice.
Set a standard for every invoice
Include a unique invoice number, the services delivered, your payment details and the due date. Save the invoice and payment confirmation together so you can reconcile deposits with specific clients and projects.
Test the payment experience
Walk through the payment instructions before sending the invoice. Check how the client sees the amount, which currency reaches your account and what information you’ll need to match the payment to the invoice.