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Adding a quotation fee and file service charge

Learn how to add a quotation fee or service charge to a file and invoice it correctly.

Updated over a week ago

Quotation fees (also known as file service charges) are used when preparing a custom quote or itinerary for a client before confirming a booking.


This ensures time spent preparing non-confirmed trips is fairly compensated.

📌 Screenshot: [Quotation fee service creation placeholder]


When to add a quotation fee

  • When the client requests a detailed proposal but has not confirmed.

  • When you prepare multiple versions of a quote (e.g., two destinations).

  • When a quote requires time-consuming research, even if not yet booked.


How to add it

  1. Open the relevant file (Business or Leisure).

  2. Go to the General tab → Add Service.

  3. Select Service Type → Other.

  4. Fill in:

    • Supplier: Internal / Quotation Fee

    • Description: “File Service Charge” or “Quotation Preparation Fee”

    • Price: amount agreed with client (e.g. €50 or €100)

    • VAT: 21%

  5. Click Save 💾.

💡 Tip: Add a short note such as “Deductible from total if client confirms booking” to clarify terms for the client.


To invoice the quotation fee

  • Go to the Travel Agreement tab → select the quotation fee service.

  • Create a deposit invoice (if standalone) or include it in a standard invoice.

⚠️ Important: Do not group quotation fees with travel services. They must remain visible as separate lines for accounting and transparency.

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