How to Resend an Invoice in Xero

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May 12, 2026

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Use this interactive demo to learn how to resend an existing invoice directly from Xero.

Quick summary

Resending an invoice in Xero takes just a few clicks using the Business menu and the built-in Email option. This guide walks you through every step to locate, open, and re-send a Xero invoice to any contact without creating a duplicate.

Steps

On the Xero main dashboard, go to the top menu bar and click 'Business'.
Select 'Invoices' from the dropdown list of options.
Find and open the specific invoice you wish to resend.
Tap the 'More Options' button in the top-right corner of the invoice.
Click 'Email' to proceed with resending.
Review the default email details and make any necessary adjustments.
Click 'Send Email' to confirm and dispatch the invoice.
The selected Xero invoice will be re-sent immediately based on your input.

📌 Why this matters

Resending invoices quickly is critical for maintaining healthy cash flow and ensuring clients receive payment requests without delay. Xero's built-in email resend feature lets finance teams and small business owners re-deliver any invoice in seconds, directly from the invoicing dashboard — no manual workarounds needed. This eliminates the risk of missed payments caused by lost or overlooked emails, keeping accounts receivable on track. For businesses managing high invoice volumes, knowing exactly how to resend an invoice in Xero saves time and reduces payment delays.

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