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Unpaid Invoice Demand Letter Template
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Unpaid Invoice Demand Letter Template
[Your Name or Business Name]
[Your Title, if applicable]
[Street Address]
[City, State/Province, ZIP/Postal Code, Country]
Phone: [Phone Number]
Email: [Email Address]
[Date]
[Customer / Debtor Name or Business Name]
[Contact Person, if applicable]
[Street Address]
[City, State/Province, ZIP/Postal Code, Country]
Subject: Demand for Payment of Unpaid Invoice(s) – [Account / Customer No.: __________]
1. Introduction and Account Reference
Dear [Mr./Ms./Mx. Last Name] / [To Whom It May Concern],
This letter serves as a formal demand for payment of one or more unpaid invoices issued to you by [Your Name or Business Name]. Despite previous reminders, the invoices listed below remain outstanding and past due.
2. List of Unpaid Invoices
As of the date of this letter, our records show the following invoices remain unpaid:
Invoice Number: [Invoice No. 1] – Invoice Date: [MM/DD/YYYY] – Due Date: [MM/DD/YYYY] – Amount: [Currency and Amount]
Invoice Number: [Invoice No. 2] – Invoice Date: [MM/DD/YYYY] – Due Date: [MM/DD/YYYY] – Amount: [Currency and Amount]
Invoice Number: [Invoice No. 3] – Invoice Date: [MM/DD/YYYY] – Due Date: [MM/DD/YYYY] – Amount: [Currency and Amount]
Subtotal of unpaid invoices: [Currency and Amount]
Accrued interest and/or late fees (if applicable): [Currency and Amount]
Total outstanding balance now due: [Currency and Amount]
3. Payment Deadline
You are hereby required to pay the total outstanding balance in full no later than:
Payment Deadline: [MM/DD/YYYY]
If you have already paid any of the invoices listed above, please provide written confirmation, including the payment amount, date, and method, so that we can update our records.
4. Payment Instructions
Payment may be made using the following details:
Bank Transfer
Account Name: [Account Name]
Bank Name: [Bank Name]
Bank Address: [Bank Address]
Account Number / IBAN: [Account Number / IBAN]
SWIFT / BIC: [SWIFT/BIC]
Payment Reference: [“Unpaid Invoices –” + Account or Invoice Number(s)]
Other Accepted Methods (if applicable)
[Example: “Credit card via our secure payment link,” “Check payable to [Name], mailed to [Address],” “Online payment via [Platform] using reference [Reference].”]
5. Opportunity to Clarify or Dispute
If you believe any invoice has been paid, is incorrect, or is in dispute, you must contact us in writing on or before the Payment Deadline.
Your written response should include:
Your full name or business name;
The invoice number(s) concerned; and
A brief explanation, with copies of supporting documents (such as proof of payment, credit notes, or correspondence).
Correspondence regarding this matter should be sent to:
Email: [Billing or Support Email Address]
Mailing Address: [Mailing Address for Disputes]
6. Consequences of Non-Payment
If we do not receive full payment of the total outstanding balance, or a written response reasonably resolving this matter, by the Payment Deadline stated above, we may proceed without further notice to take one or more of the following actions:
Place your account on hold and suspend or terminate any further services or deliveries;
Refer your account to a third-party collection agency;
Commence legal proceedings to recover the outstanding balance, plus any additional interest, costs, and fees permitted by law;
Exercise any other rights available to us under our agreement and applicable law.
If collection or legal action becomes necessary, you may be responsible for additional costs and fees, to the extent permitted by law.
7. Reservation of Rights
Nothing in this letter shall be interpreted as a waiver of any rights or remedies available to [Your Name or Business Name]. All such rights and remedies are expressly reserved.
8. Closing
We would prefer to resolve this matter promptly and amicably. We therefore urge you to treat this as a final opportunity to settle the unpaid invoices before further action is considered.
If you wish to discuss this demand, propose a short-term payment arrangement, or clarify any of the amounts listed, please contact us immediately at [Phone Number] or [Email Address].
Sincerely,
[Your Signature, if printed]
[Your Printed Name]
[Your Title, if applicable]
[Your Business Name, if applicable]
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UNPAID INVOICE DEMAND LETTER TEMPLATE FAQ
What is an unpaid invoice demand letter?
An unpaid invoice demand letter is a formal written notice you send to a customer or client when one or more invoices remain unpaid past their due date. It summarizes what is owed, lists the overdue invoices, and warns that you may take further action if payment is not made by a specified deadline.
When should I send an unpaid invoice demand letter?
You typically send this letter after one or more friendly reminders (email, phone, account statements) have not worked. It is the “last warning” before considering steps like suspending services, sending the account to collections, or starting legal proceedings.
What should I include in an unpaid invoice demand letter?
A strong letter identifies both parties, lists each unpaid invoice (number, date, amount), shows the total outstanding balance, provides clear payment instructions, sets a final payment deadline, and states what may happen if the balance is not paid on time.
Can I use this template for multiple unpaid invoices at once?
Yes. You can list all overdue invoices together in a simple breakdown so the customer can see exactly what is past due. You can then demand payment of the total outstanding amount by a specific date.
Does sending this letter start a lawsuit?
No. This letter is usually sent before any formal legal action. It does not itself file a claim in court, but it shows that you clearly requested payment and gave a final opportunity to resolve the debt voluntarily. It can later support your position if the dispute escalates.
Can AI Lawyer help me customize this unpaid invoice demand letter?
Yes. AI Lawyer can help you adapt this template by adjusting the tone, inserting your invoice details, and tailoring the deadline and consequences to your situation while keeping the language professional. You still provide the correct figures and decide whether to escalate to collections or legal action.
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