# How to Add a Petty Cash Account in Xero

> To add a petty cash account in Xero, navigate to Accounting and select Bank Accounts. Click Add Bank Account, choose Add Without Bank Feed, and accept the terms. Enter your account details including Bank Name, Account Name, Type, Number, and Currency, then review and click Add Account to finish.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-add-a-petty-cash-account-in-xero/
Apps: Xero
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a0171243f01ed60a4f390/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. On Xero's main dashboard, head over to the top menu bar and click 'Accounting'.
2. Choose 'Bank Accounts' from the list of options.
3. After that, click 'Add Bank Account'.
4. Click 'Add Without Bank Feed' in the top-right corner.
5. Tap 'Continue' to accept the terms and proceed.
6. Provide the necessary account details, particularly the Bank Name, Account Name, Account Type, Account Number, and Currency of the petty cash account you wish to add. Enter them one by one into their respective input.
7. Once done, review your input and click 'Add Account'.
8. After completing these steps, the petty cash account will be added instantly.