Walmart

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
Not specified
Restocking fee
Not specified

Walmart allows most purchases to be returned within 90 days. You can return items in-store at any Walmart location or by mail if you bought from Walmart.com. Some categories have shorter windows, and items from third-party sellers have different terms.

How returns work

You can return items in-store at any Walmart location or by mail for purchases made on Walmart.com. To start a return, use your Purchase History in the Walmart app or on Walmart.com.

Exclusions and restrictions

Items purchased from dealers or resellers on Walmart Marketplace cannot be returned to Walmart. Walmart Financial Services products, including Express Bill Payments and associated fees, are non-refundable. Consumer electronics purchased in-store have a 30-day return window instead of 90 days. Wireless phones purchased in-store must be returned within 14 days. Marketplace items purchased online have a 30-day return window.

Refunds

The verified policy does not specify refund processing time or method. For damaged or defective items from Walmart.com, you may choose a refund or replacement.

Frequently asked questions

How long do I have to return something to Walmart?

Most purchases can be returned within 90 days. However, consumer electronics bought in-store must be returned within 30 days, wireless phones within 14 days, and Marketplace items within 30 days.

Can I return online purchases in-store?

Yes. Items purchased on Walmart.com can be returned at any Walmart store, or you can return them by mail.

Do I need a receipt to return something?

Walmart recommends having a receipt and your original manufacturer packaging when returning items within the 90-day window, but the policy does not state that a receipt is required.

Can I exchange items instead of getting a refund?

Yes. Exchanges are available within the same timeframes as returns. Damaged or defective items may qualify for replacement.

Can I return items I bought from a third-party seller on Walmart.com?

No. Items purchased from dealers or resellers on Walmart Marketplace cannot be returned through Walmart. You must contact the seller directly.

What about damaged or defective items from Walmart.com?

You can return damaged or defective items by mail or in-store and choose either a refund or replacement.

Are there items that cannot be returned?

Yes. Walmart Financial Services products such as Express Bill Payments and their associated fees are non-refundable. Items from third-party sellers must be returned through the seller, not Walmart.

How you can return an item

  • In store , Return to any Walmart store
  • By mail , For items from Walmart.com

Step by step

  1. Start your return in the Walmart app or online by going to your Purchase History.

Categories with their own return window

Category Window Note
Consumer Electronics 30 days In-store purchases only
Wireless phones 14 days In-store purchases only
Marketplace items 30 days Online purchases from Marketplace sellers

What you cannot return

  • Walmart Financial Services products , Express Bill Payments and fees are non-refundable
  • Items from dealers or resellers , Not purchased directly from Walmart

Returning without a receipt

Receipt recommended but not stated as required; manufacturer packaging and receipt recommended for 90 days

Exchanges

Exchanges available; damaged or defective items may qualify for replacement

Damaged or defective items

Damaged or defective items from Walmart.com may be returned by mail or in-store for refund or replacement

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 have 90 days after purchase or upon receipt to return most items unless noted in our exceptions.
Exchange window days You have 90 days after purchase or upon receipt to return most items unless noted in our exceptions.
Receipt required we recommend keeping track of all manufacturer packaging and your receipt for a minimum of 90 days after purchase
Original packaging required we recommend keeping track of all manufacturer packaging and your receipt for a minimum of 90 days after purchase
In store return for online If an item you received from Walmart.com is damaged or defective, your item may be eligible to be returned by mail or returned to any Walmart store

Return policies for similar stores

Store Return window
Sam's Club return policy 90 days
Target return policy 90 days

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.