Navigating post-holiday returns can be straightforward if you’re familiar with each retailer’s policies. Here’s an overview of the return policies for 50 major stores, detailing procedures with and without a receipt. Please note that policies can vary, especially during the holiday season, so it’s advisable to check each retailer’s official website or contact their customer service for the most accurate information.
This list organizes return policies alphabetically for easy reference!
A-D
1. Academy Sports + Outdoors
- With Receipt: Returns accepted within 60 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; refunds issued as store credit.
2. Adidas
- With Receipt: Returns accepted within 30 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Proof of purchase is required for returns.
3. Amazon
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; refunds issued as Amazon gift cards.
4. American Eagle
- With Receipt: Returns accepted within 30 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; store credit provided.
5. Anthropologie
- With Receipt: Returns accepted within 60 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns are accepted; store credit issued at the lowest selling price.
6. Apple
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 14 days of purchase for a full refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns generally not accepted without proof of purchase.
7. Banana Republic
- With Receipt: Returns accepted within 45 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Refunds issued as store credit.
8. Bath & Body Works
- With Receipt: No time limit on returns; refunds issued to the original form of payment.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; refunds issued as store credit at the item’s lowest selling price.
9. Bed Bath & Beyond
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 90 days for a full refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; refunds issued as store credit at the item’s current selling price.
10. Best Buy
- With Receipt: Standard return period is 15 days; My Best Buy Elite members have extended return windows.
- Without Receipt: Returns may be accepted; refunds are typically issued as store credit, and ID is required.
11. Bloomingdale’s
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 90 days for a full refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; refunds issued as store credit for the item’s lowest selling price in the past 180 days.
12. Boscov’s
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 90 days for a full refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; refunds issued as store credit based on the lowest selling price.
13. Costco
- With Receipt: Most items have no time limit on returns, except electronics (90 days).
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; refunds issued as store credit or back to the original payment method.
14. Crate & Barrel
- With Receipt: Returns accepted within 90 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; refunds issued as store credit.
15. CVS
- With Receipt: Returns accepted within 60 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Store credit is issued for eligible returns.
16. Dollar Tree
- With Receipt: Most items can be exchanged within 30 days for a replacement. Refunds are typically not issued.
- Without Receipt: Returns are generally not accepted without proof of purchase.
17. DICK’S Sporting Goods
- With Receipt: Returns accepted within 90 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Refunds issued as store credit.
F-M
18. Forever 21
- With Receipt: Returns are for exchange or store credit only, within 30 days.
- Without Receipt: Returns are not typically accepted.
19. Gap
- With Receipt: Returns accepted within 45 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Refunds issued as store credit.
20. H&M
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 30 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; refunds issued as store credit.
21. Hobby Lobby
- With Receipt: Returns accepted within 90 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Store credit is issued at the lowest price.
22. Home Depot
- With Receipt: Most items can be returned within 90 days for a full refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; refunds issued as store credit.
23. HomeGoods
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 30 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; store credit is issued based on the lowest selling price.
24. IKEA
- With Receipt: Most items can be returned within 365 days for a refund or exchange.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; store credit issued at the lowest price within the last 90 days.
25. JCPenney
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 60 days for a full refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; refunds issued as store credit for the item’s lowest selling price in the past 45 days.
26. Kohl’s
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 180 days for a refund, except for premium electronics (30 days).
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; store credit is issued based on the lowest selling price.
27. Lowe’s
- With Receipt: Most items can be returned within 90 days for a full refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; refunds issued as store credit.
28. Macy’s
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 90 days for a full refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; refunds issued as store credit at the item’s lowest selling price in the past 180 days.
29. Marshalls
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 30 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; store credit is issued at the item’s lowest price.
N-Z
30. Nike
- With Receipt: Returns accepted within 60 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Proof of purchase required for returns.
31. Nordstrom
- With Receipt: No time limit on returns; refunds issued to the original form of payment.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; refunds may be issued as store credit.
32. Old Navy
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 45 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; store credit provided.
33. Pottery Barn
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 30 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns are not typically accepted without proof of purchase.
34. Ross Dress for Less
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 30 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; store credit is provided at the item’s lowest price.
35. Sam’s Club
- With Receipt: No time limit on returns for most items; electronics must be returned within 90 days.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; refunds issued as store credit.
36. Sephora
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 60 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; store credit provided.
37. Staples
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 30 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; store credit is issued.
38. Target
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 90 days; REDcard holders receive an additional 30 days.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted for store credit; identification may be required.
39. TJ Maxx
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 30 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns are accepted; refunds are provided as store credit at the item’s current price.
40. Ulta Beauty
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 60 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; store credit provided at the item’s lowest selling price.
41. Victoria’s Secret
- With Receipt: Returns accepted within 90 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Refunds issued as store credit.
42. Walgreens
- With Receipt: Most items can be returned within 30 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns accepted; store credit issued at the lowest selling price.
43. Walmart
- With Receipt: Most items can be returned within 90 days for a full refund.
- Without Receipt: Returns are accepted; refunds typically issued as store credit.
44. Wayfair
- With Receipt: Returns accepted within 30 days for a refund; items must be in original packaging.
- Without Receipt: Proof of purchase is required for all returns.
45. Zara
- With Receipt: Items can be returned within 30 days for a refund.
- Without Receipt: Proof of purchase is required for returns.
