With the global demand for freelance talent rising, more Egyptians are working remotely for clients in the US, UK, Europe, and beyond. While finding clients is one half of the puzzle, getting paid smoothly and professionally is the other. This is where proper invoicing becomes crucial.

If you’re a freelancer in Egypt wondering how to invoice your overseas clients confidently and receive payments without hassle, this guide breaks down everything you need to know—from why invoices matter to the best platforms and how to use Grey effectively.

Also read: Best invoicing tools for freelancers working with international clients

Why every freelancer needs an invoice

• Builds trust and legitimacy: Clients take you more seriously when you present clear, well-designed invoices. It signals that you’re organised and understand the value of your work.
• Provides financial documentation: An invoice acts as a formal agreement between you and the client. It can protect you in case of payment disputes or tax audits.
• Streamlines your accounting: Keeping track of invoices makes it easier to monitor income, prepare financial statements, and calculate your earnings.
• Supports tax filing: Whether you’re registered as self-employed or planning to be, invoices help you keep a clean paper trail for tax and planning purposes.

Also read: How to get paid in USD as a freelancer in Egypt

Top invoicing tools for Egyptian freelancers working with Global Clients

1. Grey (top pick for African freelancers): Grey is tailor-made for freelancers in Africa. It allows you to open  foreign accounts in United States Dollars (USD), Great British Pounds (GBP), and Euros (EUR), receive international payments, and send invoices directly from the platform.

2. PayPal invoicing: A globally trusted name, PayPal allows you to create professional invoices and receive payments in foreign currencies. However, its transaction fees can be slightly higher, and withdrawals to Egyptian banks may involve additional steps.

3. Wave: Perfect for freelancers looking for a free, easy-to-use tool. It offers unlimited invoices, customer management, and accounting features—all for no cost.

4. Zoho invoice: Highly customisable and great for growing freelancers. It supports time tracking recurring invoices, and integrates with popular payment gateways.

Also read: How Fiverr freelancers in Egypt can receive payments easily in 2025

How to create and send an invoice using Grey

Grey has quickly become a go-to solution for freelancers across Egypt and Africa who want an easy way to bill clients overseas and receive foreign currency payments without restrictions. Here’s how to use it effectively:

1. Create and verify your Grey account

• Visit www.grey.co and sign up.
• Complete the KYC process by uploading your government-issued ID and proof of address.
• Once approved, you'll gain access to  UK, US, and EU bank accounts.

2. Set up your payment preferences

• Choose the currency your client will pay in (USD, EUR or GBP).
• Link your local Egyptian bank account or mobile wallet for easy withdrawals once payment is received.

3. Generate your invoice

• Go to your Grey dashboard and click on “Invoice”.

Click “Create New”.

Fill in the required fields:

Once you've filled out all the necessary fields in your Grey invoice, click on “Proceed to Preview” to review the entire invoice before sending it.

This step allows you to double-check everything for accuracy, including names, amounts, due dates, and currency. It's your chance to make sure your invoice looks polished and professional,just like a real business should.

4. Share the invoice

Once you click "Send invoice," an email containing the invoice is automatically sent to your customer and is not retractable.

Final thoughts

Grey offers a powerful, all-in-one invoicing and payment solution that helps you create professional invoices, receive payments in USD, GBP, or EUR, and withdraw your earnings in Egyptian Pounds, all from one dashboard. Whether you're a writer, designer, developer, or consultant, Grey empowers you to get paid easily, efficiently, and in your preferred currency. Sign up with Grey today and start invoicing confidently.

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