Batch Payments - ABA file upload
Create an aba file of payments, by supplier, with bank account number so that they can be imported into a bank system. IE as Direct Credit payments. Can either be singular transaction or batches
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Hal Linstrom
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Thanks for checking in about this Hal.
Yes – Xero already supports creating an ABA file for supplier payments (AU only) via batch payments. You can use it for a single supplier or for multiple suppliers in one go.
In short:
- Set up your bank account in Accounting > Bank accounts with the correct bank selected and, if required, your Direct Entry User ID / APCA number.
- Add supplier bank details (BSB and account number) in their contact or on the batch line.
- From Bills > Awaiting payment, select the bills, click Batch payment, choose the ABA‑enabled bank account, approve the batch, then export/download the ABA file.
- Upload the ABA file into your online banking using the import ABA / direct credit batch option.
For full step‑by‑step instructions, see this support article:
