What Is Net 60? Payment Terms Explained
What Net 60 means on an invoice and how to calculate the due date.
Net 60 means the buyer has 60 calendar days from the invoice date to pay in full. It improves buyer cash flow but stretches seller runway — calculate the real due date before you agree.
Market reference
| Metric | Range | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Net 60 | +60 days | from invoice date |
| Cash delay | ~2 months | plan ahead |
| Common in | enterprise / gov | long AP |
| Seller tip | price the wait | or deposit |
Interactive example — what is net 60
- Due date
- Sun, Aug 30, 2026
- Days from invoice
- 60 days
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Frequently asked questions
What does Net 60 mean?
Payment is due 60 days after the invoice date.
Net 60 vs Net 60 days?
Same idea in most B2B invoices.
Can I refuse Net 60?
Yes — counter with Net 30 or 50% upfront for smaller vendors.