Short Overdue Invoice Reminder – Ask for Payment Date

A concise request for a scheduled payment date cuts through silence without sounding aggressive. Use this short reminder to set expectations and escalate if necessary.

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$39

One-time payment for a basic reminder pack.

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Full multi-email sequence plus templates and variations.

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When to use / when to send

Checklist / what to include

Invoice #{{InvoiceNumber}} and {{Amount}} prominently displayed
Due date {{DueDate}} clearly noted
Explicit ask for scheduled payment date
Single pay link {{PayLink}} for instant action
Polite closing with your name and company

How to use

Copy/paste template

Hi {{Name}},

Just a quick reminder—invoice #{{InvoiceNumber}} for {{Amount}} was due {{DueDate}}.

Could you confirm the scheduled payment date or use this link to pay now: {{PayLink}}?

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

Follow-up plan + common mistakes

If reply is vague, repeat the date request
No reply in 24 hours? Follow up once by phone
Don’t over-explain—brevity works at this stage
Don’t skip the pay link—it removes friction

FAQ

It works best within the first week overdue and when you want to prompt a quick date reply without escalating.