Dagtarief

Dagtarief is a price charged by professionals for one day of work. It is commonly used in freelance, consultancy, IT, design, training, and other contract work to price services for business clients. A dagtarief is typically tied to a standard working day, often eight hours, but the actual length can vary by sector or agreement. In some cases a half-day or longer blocks are also offered.

The dagtarief is usually negotiated between freelancer and client and reflects factors such as the expert’s experience, market demand, overhead costs, and desired profit margin. It may be calculated by converting an hourly rate into a daily amount (for example, eight times the hourly rate) or by setting a fixed daily fee that accounts for included services and responsibilities. Travel time and costs, tools, and materials are sometimes billed separately or included in the day rate.

Use and scope can vary. Some providers require a minimum number of days, while others offer flexible blocks. Invoices typically specify what is included in the day, such as on-site work, remote work, meetings, and deliverables, and whether travel costs are covered or charged separately.

Advantages of a dagtarief include simple budgeting for clients and straightforward invoicing for providers. Disadvantages can include less transparency about the true hourly cost or inefficiencies if the day is not fully utilized. Rates vary by country, industry, and experience, so transparency about what the rate covers is important in negotiations.

See also: uurtarief, tarief, project-based fee, retainer.