Free CV Templates

In the UK, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, "CV" (curriculum vitae) is the standard term for a job application document. In the US and Canada, "resume" is more common. The document format is essentially the same—our templates work for both. Use whichever term is standard in your target country.

A standard UK CV should be 2 pages maximum. This differs from academic CVs (which can be longer) and US resumes (typically 1 page). Our templates are designed to help you present your experience comprehensively within the 2-page standard.

Generally, no. UK CVs typically do not include photos unless specifically requested by the employer. This differs from some European countries like Germany or France where photos are more common. Always follow the conventions of your target country.

Include: your name, phone number, email, and general location (city/region). Do not include: date of birth, marital status, national insurance number, or nationality. UK equality laws discourage this information to prevent discrimination.

A personal profile (also called a personal statement) is a 3-4 line summary at the top of your CV. It briefly describes your experience, key skills, and career objectives. It is standard on UK CVs and replaces the "objective statement" used in US resumes.

Yes, 100% free. All templates are available without payment, sign-up, or hidden fees. You can download unlimited CVs in PDF format at no cost. We sustain our service through ethical advertising, not by locking features behind paywalls.

Yes. Our templates follow widely accepted professional standards suitable for UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and most international applications. For US applications, we recommend our resume-focused templates which follow American conventions.

Use DD/MM/YYYY or written format (e.g., "January 2024 - Present" or "Jan 2024 - Present"). Be consistent throughout your CV. Our editor helps you maintain consistent date formatting.