Polite Overdue Invoice Reminder with Confirmation Request

Stay professional when you send your first overdue reminder. This approach is ideal for invoices overdue a few days: request payment or a simple written confirmation of the upcoming payment date to maintain momentum and courtesy.

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When to use / when to send

Checklist / what to include

Invoice #{{InvoiceNumber}} and amount {{Amount}} clearly referenced
Original due date {{DueDate}}
Direct pay link {{PayLink}}
A calm request for payment or a written confirmation of the pay date
Contact phone for any questions

How to use

Copy/paste template

Hi {{Name}},

I’m following up on invoice #{{InvoiceNumber}} for {{Amount}}, which was due on {{DueDate}}. If payment is already in process, please confirm the scheduled date or complete payment via {{PayLink}}.

If you have any questions or timing constraints, let me know.

Thanks,
{{YourName}}
{{Company}}

Follow-up plan + common mistakes

If no response, follow up by phone or send a firmer written reminder
Don’t accuse or assume intent—assume things happen
Don’t skip the pay link: make payment easy
Always confirm any new proposed date back in writing
Don’t keep sending the same message repeatedly

FAQ

Ideally within 1–3 business days. Sooner shows you’re attentive but still professional.