# How to Mark Invoices as Paid in Xero

> To update invoice statuses in Xero, navigate to Business and Invoices, select the desired invoice, and click Add Payment. Next, enter the Amount Paid, Date Paid, Account, and Reference information. Finally, click Add to instantly mark the invoice as paid.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-mark-invoices-as-paid-in-xero/
Apps: Xero
Updated: 2026-10-05
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## Steps

1. On Xero's main dashboard, go to the top menu bar and click 'Business'.
2. Choose 'Invoices' from the list of options.
3. After that, find and select the invoice you wish to mark as paid.
4. Tap 'Add Payment' at the top-right corner to proceed.
5. Fill out the input fields with the required information related to the invoice payment, specifically the Amount Paid, Date Paid, Account, and Reference.
6. Once done, click 'Add' to apply the changes.
7. After completing these steps, the selected Xero invoice will be marked as paid instantly.