# How to Issue an Existing Credit Note in Xero

> To issue an existing credit note in Xero, navigate to Business and select Invoices. Next, tap the Awaiting Approval tab, open the desired credit note, review and adjust the details, and finally tap Approve to send it to the indicated recipient.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-issue-an-existing-credit-note-in-xero/
Apps: Xero
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a47a6ab56e05a00ff22c1/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. On Xero's main dashboard, head over to the top menu bar and click 'Business'.
2. Select 'Invoices' from the list of options.
3. Following that, tap the 'Awaiting Approval' tab.
4. Find and open the specific credit note you wish to issue.
5. Review the details carefully, then make some adjustments if necessary.
6. Once done, tap 'Approve'.
7. After completing these steps, the selected Xero credit note will be approved and sent to the indicated recipient.