How to Delete an Invoice in Xero
- George Apostolov
How to Delete an Invoice in Xero: step-by-step guide
On Xero's main dashboard, go to the top menu bar and click 'Business'.
Pick 'Invoices' from the list of options.
After that, find and select the specific invoice you want to delete.
Tap the 'More Options' button at the top-right corner.
Click 'Delete' to proceed.
Subsequently, click 'Delete' one more time to confirm your request.
After completing these steps, the selected invoice will be deleted from your Xero account.
Quick answer: To delete an invoice in Xero, navigate to Business and select Invoices from the top menu. Open the specific invoice, click 'More Options' at the top-right corner, and select 'Delete'. Finally, click 'Delete' once more to confirm the request and remove the invoice from your account.
About this Xero tutorial
Remove unwanted bills from your Xero account by navigating to Business, selecting Invoices, and confirming the deletion. This guide shows how to delete an Invoice in Xero in 7 steps, starting with "On Xero's main dashboard, go to the top menu bar and click 'Business'" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the selected invoice will be deleted from your Xero account". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Xero interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to delete an Invoice in Xero?
7 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Xero data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Xero. Related guides: How to Do a Cash Flow Forecast in Xero, How to Do Bookkeeping in Xero and How to Edit an Invoice in Xero. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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