What is a Credit Note? — Invoice correction
A credit note is a document by which the seller reduces the buyer's obligation. Issued for complaints, returns, invoicing errors or approved discounts.
Definition
A credit note is a document by which the seller reduces the buyer's obligation. Issued for complaints, returns, invoicing errors or approved discounts.
Details
A credit note must reference the original invoice number. It's included in the VAT return for the period it's issued. Via e-Faktura, credit notes are submitted with type '381' (Credit Note).
Example
The client returns goods from invoice FA-2026-0042. You issue credit note CN-2026-0003 referencing FA-2026-0042 for the returned goods amount.