07 April 2026
Late Payment Solutions for European Freelancers
Late payments are the biggest cash flow threat for freelancers. Proven prevention strategies and what to do when payments are overdue.
60%+ of EU B2B invoices are paid late. Prevent it: clarify payment terms in contracts (30 days standard), collect 25-50% deposit, invoice on delivery, use payment links. EU Late Payment Directive gives you right to charge statutory interest (ECB + 8%) and €40 recovery fee per overdue invoice. Follow-up sequence: Day 1 email, Day 7 email, Day 14 phone, Day 21 formal demand. Track all overdue invoices in Arbeitly.
Track Every Invoice and Get Paid on Time
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