Here are the shipping and return policies for all the big-name retailers
With the holidays quickly approaching, everyone will soon be on the hunt for gifts and the fastest way to get them. Thankfully, many retailers offer generous shipping policies, with some even providing free two-day shipping or same-day delivery if you’re willing to pay a little extra. And just in case the gift you choose isn’t quite right, many retailers offer extended return policies so your giftee can get something more to their liking.
For your convenience, we’ve compiled the current shipping and return policies for all the big-name retailers, from Amazon to Walmart. A few already have holiday policies in place, but we’ll be keeping tabs on them and updating our list accordingly. Hopefully, knowing more about how much leeway you have to make a return will help lessen that inevitable holiday angst (fingers crossed).
Amazon
Shipping: Same-day delivery is not available on Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s (it’s also limited on Black Friday). However, Prime members get free same-day delivery on qualifying orders in qualifying ZIP codes provided they meet the “minimum qualifying dollar threshold” (which varies by location) of eligible items in their cart. One-Day and Two-Day Delivery with no minimum purchase amount required is also available to Prime members for qualifying products. Non-Prime buyers will find shipping options on the order page of each specific product.
Returns: As part of its holiday promotional period, Amazon says most items purchased between November 1st and December 31st can be returned until January 31st, 2027. Apple products, however, must be returned by January 15th, 2027. Note that this policy applies to both Prime and non-Prime buyers.
Apple
Shipping: Apple has yet to provide details on its holiday shipping policy; however, last year, it offered free delivery of in-stock items that hadn’t been engraved by Christmas Eve if you ordered before 9PM ET on December 21st. Apple also offers free next-day or two-hour delivery from local stores in most metro areas for an additional fee, or you can opt to pick up purchases yourself by visiting your local Apple Store.
Returns: Apple is offering an extended return period for online orders received between November 6th and December 25th, allowing you to return items until January 8th, 2027. Purchases made after December 25th are generally subject to the usual terms and conditions, and must be returned within 14 calendar days of your initial purchase date.
Target
Shipping: Target offers free two-day shipping on many orders if you spend $35 or more or use your Target Circle Card. Same-day delivery costs $9.99 per order, but it’s included with a Target Circle 360 membership ($10.99 a month / $99 a year). Your mileage may vary for same-day delivery availability based on the item and your location.
Returns: Target offers an extended return policy for electronics and entertainment items purchased between November 1st and December 24th, allowing you to return them until January 24th, 2027. Mobile phones and Apple products (including Beats products) purchased during the same window must be returned by January 8th, 2027. Target’s standard return policy applies for most other items, with a generous 90-day window for third-party products and up to a year for Target-branded products with a receipt.
Walmart
Shipping: Walmart’s holiday shipping policy doesn’t currently mention a deadline for delivery by Christmas, but it does break down the available fulfillment options. Walmart provides free next-day delivery in eligible ZIP codes, free two-day delivery, and free standard shipping for eligible orders of $35 or more. Walmart Plus subscribers also receive free next-day and two-day shipping with no order minimum. Some orders and ZIP codes may also qualify for same-day delivery, if you’re willing to pay an additional fee.
Returns: Most items purchased between October 1st and December 31st may be returned until January 31st, 2027. Some exceptions, like smartphones, may apply.
B&H Photo
Shipping: B&H Photo offers free two-day and next-day shipping on select items. Most other products qualify for free standard shipping (one to seven business days), and free expedited shipping (one to two business days) is generally available for items over $49.
Returns: B&H Photo allows returns within 30 days of the delivery date, provided the items are in new condition and still housed in their original packaging. For the holidays, most items purchased between November 1st and January 1st can be returned until February 1st, 2027.
Best Buy
Shipping: Best Buy is offering free next-day and two-day shipping on qualifying orders for My Best Buy Plus and My Best Buy Total members. Non-members, meanwhile, can get free next-day shipping on qualifying orders totaling $35 or more. Same-day delivery is also available on select items, seven days a week, and you can check your eligibility by entering your ZIP code in Best Buy’s online portal.
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