How to Invoice as a Translator in Portland, ME

Invoicing guide for translators in Portland: 5.5% ME sales tax, 1.5%/mo late-fee cap, plus ME licensing and contractor rules.

Combined sales tax
5.5%
Late fee cap
1.5%/mo
Net terms
30 days
Deposit
0%
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1. Portland-specific tax handling

  • State sales tax: 5.5%. Local jurisdictions in Portland may add their own rate — verify with your local tax assessor.
  • Late fees: ME statute Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 9-B, §432 caps interest on unpaid invoices at 1.5% per month.

2. Standard translator line items

  • Per-word translation — billed by word (~$0.18 default).
  • Editing / proofreading — billed by word (~$0.06 default).
  • Certified translation — billed by flat.
  • Rush fee — billed by pct.

3. Payment terms that work in Portland

Net 30 is standard for translators.0 Accept card and ACH on the invoice itself — Portland customers expect a one-click payment link in their inbox.

4. Licensing & disclosures

Court and USCIS work requires certified or sworn translator status (varies by jurisdiction). ATA certification widely recognized.

Metro
Portland
State
ME
Net terms
30 days
Deposit
0%

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