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Amazon, Target and Walmart Extend Holiday Returns With Category Limits

Longer return windows have become a competitive lure, with notable carve‑outs for Apple gear and phones.

Overview

  • Amazon says most items bought Nov. 1–Dec. 31 are returnable until Jan. 31, 2026, provided they are in original or unused condition.
  • On Amazon, Apple‑branded products are returnable only through Jan. 15, 2026, certain categories are non‑returnable, and refunds can take up to 30 days to process.
  • Target’s holiday policy covers qualifying purchases made Nov. 1–Dec. 24, with returns starting Dec. 26 and most electronics and entertainment eligible through Jan. 24.
  • Target requires Apple and Beats items and mobile phones to be returned by Jan. 9, while Walmart allows most holiday purchases back through Jan. 31 but limits consumer electronics to 30 days and wireless phones to 14 days.
  • Best Buy accepts returns on purchases from Oct. 31–Dec. 31 until Jan. 15, 2026, and Macy’s takes most purchases through Jan. 31, 2026, reflecting broad seasonal extensions across major chains.