5.11 Tactical US

Last verified: August 17, 2026

Return policy at a glance

United States
Return window
90 days
Free return shipping
Not specified
Receipt required
Conditional
In store return for online orders
Yes
Refund processing time
5 to 10 business days
Restocking fee
Not specified

5.11 Tactical US allows returns within 90 days of purchase. You may return items in store, by mail, or exchange them either online or in person at 5.11 retail locations. Some items are marked final sale and cannot be returned.

How returns work

You can return online purchases in store at any 5.11-owned retail location with proof of purchase and your original payment method. You may also return items by mail through the online return process. For in-store purchases, you return them in store. To start a mail return, click to initiate your return online and follow the return instructions provided.

Exclusions and restrictions

Closeout items, underwear, face masks, promotional items, and altered or embellished items are not returnable. Patches are final sale except when damaged or defective. Gift cards are not returnable or refundable. International purchases are not accepted for return. For defective third party products, you must contact the manufacturer.

Refunds

Refunds are processed to your original payment method within 5 to 10 business days. However, if you paid by PayPal or Affirm, your refund will be issued as a store credit gift card instead.

Frequently asked questions

How long do I have to return something to 5.11 Tactical US?

You have 90 days from the date of purchase to return or exchange an item.

Can I return an online order in a store?

Yes. You can return online purchases at any 5.11-owned retail location if you have proof of purchase and your original payment method.

How do I start a return by mail?

Click to initiate a return through the online process, then follow the return instructions provided. Mail your item according to those instructions.

When will I get my refund?

Refunds are processed within 5 to 10 business days. The refund goes to your original payment method unless you paid by PayPal or Affirm, in which case you receive store credit as a gift card.

Can I return underwear or face masks?

No. Underwear and face masks are marked as final sale and cannot be returned.

What about exchanges?

You can exchange items within 90 days online by using the reason code 'exchange' and noting the item you want, or you can complete an exchange in store at any 5.11 retail location.

Do I need my receipt to return something?

The retailer does not state whether a receipt is required for all returns. For in-store returns of online purchases, you do need proof of purchase and your original payment method.

How you can return an item

  • In store , At 5.11-owned retail locations for online purchases with proof of purchase and original payment method
  • In store , For in-store purchases
  • By mail , Online return process

Step by step

  1. Click to initiate a return online.
  2. Follow the steps on your return instructions.

Categories with their own return window

Category Window Note
Defective 3rd party products Not specified Must go through manufacturer

What you cannot return

  • Closeout items , Final Sale
  • Underwear , Final Sale
  • Face Masks , Final Sale
  • Patches , Final Sale except damaged or defective
  • Promotional items , Final Sale
  • Altered/embellished items , Not eligible for return
  • Gift cards , Not returnable or refundable
  • Out of US purchases , International purchases not accepted

How your refund comes back

You paid with Refund comes back as
original payment method Refund to original method
PayPal Store credit gift card
Affirm Store credit gift card

Exchanges

Exchange online using reason code 'exchange' with note of desired item, or complete in-store at 5.11 locations.

What the policy actually says

Every figure above is taken word for word from the retailer page. Here are the exact lines.

Field Quoted from the retailer
Return window days You may return your eligible merchandise to 5.11 for a refund or exchange within 90 days of receipt.
Exchange window days You may return your eligible merchandise to 5.11 for a refund or exchange within 90 days of receipt.
Receipt required Defective merchandise will be exchanged at the current value unless accompanied by receipt.
Original packaging required Returned items will be inspected and non-defective merchandise must be returned in original, unworn condition.
Refund processing days Please allow five to ten business days from receipt of your returned item(s) for your refund to post.
In store return for online Purchases made online at 511Tactical.com may also be returned at a 5.11-owned retail location so long as you provide proof of purchase and have the original payment method

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Checked against the retailer's published policy. Last verified: August 17, 2026

Return policies change without notice. Confirm the current policy with the retailer before you buy.