Only the individual who controls the root credentials to an AWS member account can remove their account from an AWS Organization. To do so, follow these steps:
1. Sign in to the AWS Management Console:
Use your root credentials to sign in to the AWS Management Console for the member account you want to remove from the organization.
2. Navigate to the AWS Organizations Service:
In the AWS Management Console, go to the AWS Organizations service. You can find it by using the search bar at the top of the console or by navigating to the service from the Services menu.
3. Remove the Account from the Organization:
Once in the AWS Organizations section, find the option to remove the member account from the organization. This will be labeled as "Leave Organization.". Confirm that you want to remove the account from the organization.
4. Accept the Terms and Conditions:
AWS will likely prompt you to accept some terms and conditions regarding the removal of your account from the organization. Read these carefully and accept them to proceed.
5. Complete the Removal Process:
Follow any additional prompts to complete the process. This might include providing additional information or confirming your decision again. If your payment information is missing from the member account, you will need to add a credit card to remove your account from the organization. (See instructions below)
6. To add a credit card to your AWS account:
- Sign in to the AWS Management Console
- Open the AWS Billing and Cost Management console at https://console.aws.amazon.com/billing/
- Select Payment preferences in the navigation pane
- Select Add payment method
- Enter your credit card information
Please note: AWS will invoice the credit card of the member account after removing the account from an organization.
