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Credit Note Generator

Generate a credit note referencing an original invoice — records an amount owed BACK to the buyer (e.g. a return, discount, or billing correction), with GST recalculated on the adjustment amount.

How to Use Credit Note Generator
  1. 1Enter the original invoice number being adjusted
  2. 2Enter the party name, reason for the adjustment, and amount
  3. 3Enter the applicable GST rate
  4. 4Click Generate for a credit note draft
Frequently Asked Questions

A credit note reduces what the buyer owes you (returns, discounts, overbilling corrections). A debit note increases what they owe (undercharged amounts, added charges). Both use the same generator, with the title changing based on which page you're on.

No — you enter the original invoice number as a reference; this generates a standalone note document, it doesn't modify or link to any invoice you generated earlier.

Generally yes — credit notes have specific GST reporting requirements. This tool produces the document draft only; confirm the correct GST treatment and reporting with your accountant.

A clear, specific reason for the adjustment (e.g. 'Product returned — damaged in transit', 'Billing correction — duplicate charge') — this matters for both the buyer's records and your own GST audit trail.

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