Is it possible to create a recurring invoice where it's created X days in advance, but sent automatically at a different date rather than when it's created automatically?

You'll have to edit the recurring invoice manually, useruricruz2000.

Here's how:

1. Go to Settings and then Recurring transactions.
2. From the Action column, select Edit for the transaction you want to edit.
3. Edit the template name, type, and the customer or payee name as needed.
4. If you're editing a Scheduled or Reminder type template, you can adjust how far in advance QuickBooks creates the template or sends you a reminder. You can also set the frequency in the Interval section.
5. Add or remove any product or service details in the Item details section.

Make sure to click Save template after the changes made.

Check out this article for more information: Edit a recurring template.

I'll be here if you need anything else. 

Thank you for the tips on recurring invoices, but I'm still finding the same problem. I want the invoice to be sent out on the interval date rather than when it is created, for example 5 days before. Currently whenever I make a new recurring invoice, once it's created 5 days in advance, it sends it out once created but I don't want it to send just yet. I'd like it to send automatically on the interval date rather than when it's created. Is this possible with Quickbooks?

Hello there, @useruricruz2000.

I'd be happy to help you on how to modify your recurring invoice in QuickBooks Online.

You can modify the start date to the 18th and leave the Create Day Advance option blank. This is done so that it will be sent on the 18th, not 10 days before the interval date. The system will follow the command after it has been created. In case you want to modify the details before the interval date, you can edit the recurring invoice template.

I've added a screenshot for your additional reference:

I've included this article about the process: Create recurring transactions in QuickBooks Online. This also contains sub-articles that will help you with your future tasks such as troubleshooting and managing recurring transactions.

Let me know in the comment section if you need further assistance with the recurring invoice transaction. You can also add some screenshots of how you've set it up. Take care!

Have you tried doing this?  Quickbooks doesn't wait and just sends it out right away and charges the customer account immediately.  This is a glitch that needs to be reported and fixed 

I've checked our records, CEBUDVNCD. I haven't seen any open investigations the same as your concern.

The recurring transaction will be sent depending on the setup. We can check the template to isolate your concern. Here's how:

1. Click the Gear icon.
2. Go to Recurring transactions.
3. Select the template, then click Edit.
4. Ensure it's set up correctly.

If everything looks good, though, you may be experiencing some browser hiccups. It may be the reason why it sends out right away. We'll perform the basic troubleshooting to resolve this. Let's start with logging into your account through a private browser. It's the best place to identify web issues. These are the shortcut keys:

• Google Chrome: press Ctrl + Shift + N 
• Mozilla Firefox: press Ctrl + Shift + P
• Safari: press Command + Shift + N

If you can create a recurring template and it doesn't send right away using the private session, let's go back to your regular browser and clear its cache to refresh the program. 

Also, you can use a different browser to narrow down the issue.

Feel free to get back to this thread if you need more help. We'll reply as soon as we can. Keep safe!

I am also experiencing the same issue. I need the invoices created in advance so I can adjust software seat count if necessary before the recurring invoice is billed, but the invoice is automatically sent on the create date instead of the interval date selected. Did you ever find a solution? 

I appreciate you taking the time to share and join this thread, @MIND2020. I'm here to provide information about recurring transactions and help raise this concern so our Product Development team can take action to improve the feature and get it solved.

When managing recurring transactions, QuickBooks Online depends on and follows the create date set up regardless of the interval date you selected.

I can see how beneficial it is for your business. You can send this idea to our Product Developer team so they can take a look and might consider this as part of the future enhancements.

Please know that our QuickBooks Developers keep searching for ways to improve user experience by promoting helpful and efficient features to streamline processes that suit your business needs.  

Check out the instructions below to submit feedback and product suggestions within the program:

1. Select the Gear icon.
2. Go to Feedback.
3. Enter your suggestion(s) in the box.
4. Click Next to finish.
   
   

You can track your feature requests through the QuickBooks Online Feature Requests website.

QuickBooks helps you create and transmit invoices that help you get paid faster. To keep sales records clear, informative, and connected from start to finish, you can visit these references:

• How to follow up on past due invoices: Guide & payment reminder letter templates
• Record invoice payments
• Record and make bank deposits

Please feel welcome to send a reply here or create a new thread if you have any other concerns or additional sales-related questions. I’m always here to help. Take care always!