Calculate Late Fees on Client Invoices
Free invoice late fee calculator for freelancers and agencies. Estimate overdue invoice fees, interest, and total balance owed with a follow-up email template.
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Invoice Details
Number of days past the invoice due date
Standard is 1.5%/month (18%/year). Check your contract or local laws.
Late Fee Calculation
Total Amount Now Owed
$2,536.99
Original invoice + 30-day late fee
Late Fee Charge
$36.99
At 18% annual rate for 30 days
Monthly Interest Accrual
$37.50
1.50%/month on $2,500
Late Fee Timeline
How the fee grows over time at 18% annual rate on a $2,500.00 invoice.
| Days Overdue | Late Fee | Total Owed |
|---|---|---|
| 30 days | $36.99 | $2,536.99 |
| 60 days | $73.97 | $2,573.97 |
| 90 days | $110.96 | $2,610.96 |
Late Payment Notice Template
Copy this into your follow-up email to the client:
Invoice late fee calculator for freelancers
Freelancers often know a payment is late but do not know what number to include in the reminder. This tool turns your invoice terms into a clear fee and balance.
Use before sending the payment reminder
Calculate the late fee first, then copy the reminder template and send a calm, specific follow-up with invoice number, days overdue, and total due.
Tool guide
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Free invoice late fee calculator for freelancers and agencies. Estimate overdue invoice fees, interest, and total balance owed with a follow-up email template.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I add a late fee to an invoice?▾
Use the late fee terms already stated in your contract or invoice, calculate the fee, then send an updated payment reminder with the new total.
What should my invoice late fee terms say?▾
They should state when payment is due, when the late fee starts, the fee rate, and whether fees accrue monthly or daily.
Can this calculate daily late fees?▾
Yes. Enter the invoice amount, days overdue, and annual late fee rate to estimate the daily-accrued amount.
Is this legal advice?▾
No. This calculator is for planning and communication. Check your contract and local law before enforcing invoice late fees.