How to add shipping and other charges to an invoice in Vyapar

Delivery, packing and handling charges are often billed separately from goods. Vyapar can add up to three named charges at the bottom of every invoice, with their own SAC code and tax rate.

Time needed2 minutes
Steps5, each with a screenshot
Tested onVyapar Desktop for Mac, October 2026
Last updated11 October 2026

Before you start

  • Decide which charges you bill (for example Shipping and Packaging) and whether GST applies to them.

1Open Additional Charges settings

Go to Settings > TRANSACTION, scroll down and click Additional Charges >.

Vyapar Additional Charges link in transaction settings
Vyapar Additional Charges link in transaction settings

2Enable the charges

Switch on Enable Additional Charges and tick the charges you use. Rename them if you like (Shipping, Packaging, Adjustment by default).

Vyapar Additional Charges with shipping and packaging enabled
Vyapar Additional Charges with shipping and packaging enabled

3Set SAC and tax, then save

For taxable charges, turn on Enable tax, add a Default SAC and Tax Rate. Click Save Details.

Vyapar additional charge SAC and tax rate
Vyapar additional charge SAC and tax rate

4Enter the charge on an invoice

On a sale, the charges appear above the Total. Type the amount, for example 50 for shipping; the total updates.

Vyapar invoice with shipping charge
Vyapar invoice with shipping charge

5Check the printed invoice

The invoice shows the charge in the totals box (Sub Total, Shipping, Total).

Vyapar invoice showing shipping in totals
Vyapar invoice showing shipping in totals

Good to know

  • GST on freight generally follows the main supply when billed together; ask your CA if unsure.
  • Leave the charge empty on invoices where it does not apply.
  • For a separate service line, add the charge as a service item instead.

Questions people ask

How do I add delivery charges in Vyapar?

Enable Additional Charges in Settings > Transaction, then enter the Shipping amount on the invoice.

Can I charge GST on shipping?

Yes. Turn on Enable tax for the charge and choose the tax rate.

How many additional charges can I add?

Up to three, which you can rename.

Related guides

Screenshots are from a demo company in Vyapar Desktop for Mac, October 2026. Menus can move slightly between app versions. Guide by Billing Bazaar, a Vyapar partner.