Recruitment agencies commonly self-bill temporary workers, umbrella companies and limited-company contractors from approved timesheets. The agency raises the invoice, applies VAT where you’re VAT-registered, and pays you — so you don’t invoice the agency yourself.
Key points
- The agency invoices from your approved timesheet.
- VAT is added where you’re VAT-registered, none where you’re not.
- Works for umbrellas, PSCs and individual temps.
- You receive a compliant copy each period.
Timesheet to invoice
Once your timesheet is approved, the agency raises the self-billed invoice on a weekly or monthly run and pays you — no waiting on your paperwork.
This is general information, not tax advice — confirm your own position with your accountant or HMRC.