> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://pigeonholeapp.co.uk/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Deleting Invoices

> How to delete invoices, including handling paid or part-paid invoices.

You can delete invoices that have a status of **Created** or **Sent** directly from the actions menu. However, invoices with a status of **Part Paid** or **Paid** cannot be deleted until all payments have been removed.

## Deleting a Created or Sent Invoice

1. Find the invoice in the invoices list.
2. Click the actions menu (three dots) next to the invoice.
3. Click **Delete**.
4. Confirm the deletion in the confirmation dialog.

<Warning>
  Deleting an invoice is permanent and cannot be undone. If the invoice has been synced to your accounting software, you may also need to void or delete it there.
</Warning>

## Deleting a Paid or Part Paid Invoice

You cannot delete an invoice that has a status of **Part Paid** or **Paid**. You must first remove all payments so the invoice returns to **Sent** status.

### With Accounting Integration

If you use an accounting integration (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks):

1. Delete or void the payments in your accounting software first.
2. Wait for the payments to sync back to Pigeonhole — this happens automatically.
3. Once all payments have been removed and the invoice status returns to **Sent**, the delete option becomes available.

### Without Accounting Integration

If you do not use an accounting integration:

1. Click **Edit Payments** from the invoice actions menu.
2. Remove all payment records manually.
3. Click **Save Payments**.
4. The invoice status will return to **Sent** and you can now delete it.

## After Deletion

Once deleted, the invoice is permanently removed from Pigeonhole. If you need the invoice again, you will need to [create a new one](/managers/invoicing/creating-invoices).