Shopify Invoice API

The Shopify Invoice API is a powerful tool that allows developers to retrieve and manipulate invoices for Shopify stores. In this guide, we will explore the various endpoints available in the API and how to use them effectively.

Endpoints

The Invoice API has several endpoints that allow developers to perform a variety of actions. The available endpoints are:

Create an Invoice

POST /admin/api/2021-07/invoices.json

This endpoint allows developers to create a new invoice for an order. The request body should include the order ID and the billing address.

Example request body:

{
  "invoice": {
    "order_id": 123,
    "billing_address": {
      "first_name": "Jane",
      "last_name": "Doe",
      "address1": "123 Main St.",
      "city": "San Francisco",
      "province": "CA",
      "country": "US",
      "zip": "94111"
    }
  }
}

Retrieve an Invoice

GET /admin/api/2021-07/invoices/{invoice_id}.json

This endpoint allows developers to retrieve a specific invoice by its ID.

Example request:

GET /admin/api/2021-07/invoices/456.json

Update an Invoice

PUT /admin/api/2021-07/invoices/{invoice_id}.json

This endpoint allows developers to update an existing invoice. The request body should include the updated billing address.

Example request body:

{
  "invoice": {
    "billing_address": {
      "first_name": "Jane",
      "last_name": "Doe",
      "address1": "456 Market St.",
      "city": "San Francisco",
      "province": "CA",
      "country": "US",
      "zip": "94111"
    }
  }
}

Delete an Invoice

DELETE /admin/api/2021-07/invoices/{invoice_id}.json

This endpoint allows developers to delete an invoice by its ID.

Example request:

DELETE /admin/api/2021-07/invoices/789.json

Conclusion

The Shopify Invoice API is a powerful tool that allows developers to create, retrieve, update, and delete invoices for Shopify stores. By leveraging the various endpoints available in the API, developers can build robust applications that streamline the invoicing process for online retailers.