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H&M Return Policy

Last verified: 2026-03-19

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Summary

H&M offers a 30 days return window on most items. Items must be returned in the original selling condition.. Receipt is required. Refunds are issued via original form of payment. or exchange for another item (in-store).. Notable exceptions include returns are unavailable for underwear, swimwear (if hygienic seal is broken), and piercing jewelry for health and hygiene reasons., perfumes/fragrances, face masks, hair tools, hair accessories, beauty products/tools, and cosmetics cannot be returned., final sale items are not eligible for return., and more. Refund processing: 7-14 business days.

Return Window

30 days

Receipt

digital ok

Category

clothing

Return Conditions

  • Items must be returned in the original selling condition.
  • All original tags must be attached.
  • Items must be unworn and unwashed.
  • Original packaging is required for furniture returns and preferred for other items.
  • A full refund may be denied if the item's value is reduced due to damage, soiling, washing, altering, or wearing (other than trying on).

Refund Methods

  • Original form of payment.
  • Exchange for another item (in-store).
  • Store credit (for gift returns without a receipt).

Exceptions & Restrictions

  • Returns are unavailable for underwear, swimwear (if hygienic seal is broken), and piercing jewelry for health and hygiene reasons.
  • Perfumes/fragrances, face masks, hair tools, hair accessories, beauty products/tools, and cosmetics cannot be returned.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for return.
  • Designer collaborations and restricted products may not be returnable.
  • H&M HOME items purchased online must be returned by mail only.

Online / Mail Returns

  • Online purchases can be returned in-store for free.
  • Online purchases can be returned by mail, with a $2.95 fee deducted from the refund (effective Feb 3, 2025).
  • To return by mail, visit the H&M Return Portal, include the original receipt, and print a return label.
  • H&M HOME items purchased online must be returned by mail.

In-Store Returns

  • Returns of both in-store and online purchases are free when returned to an H&M store.
  • For in-store returns, bring the original receipt, digital receipt/confirmation email, or QR code.
  • The original method of payment must be present for a refund.

Gift Returns

  • Gift items can be exchanged in-store without a receipt at the current selling price, for an item of equal or greater value.

Membership & Rewards Benefits

  • As of February 3, 2025, the $2.95 online return fee applies to all customers, including Loyalty Members, with exceptions for faulty items or returns made within 14 days.

Damaged or Defective Items

  • Customers returning faulty items will not be charged the online return fee.
  • Damaged items can be exchanged for the exact same item.

Exchange Policy

  • Exchanges are offered with a receipt within 30 days of purchase.
  • Items can be exchanged for a different size or color only in-store.
  • For online exchanges, customers need to return the original item and place a new order.
  • Exchanges without a receipt are processed at the item's current selling price, and the new item must be of equal or greater value.

Additional Notes

  • For online returns, a $2.95 fee is deducted from the refund, effective February 3, 2025.
  • The online return fee is waived for faulty items or if the return is made within 14 days of receiving the order.
  • H&M reserves the right to deny refunds if returned items fail quality checks or do not belong to H&M.
  • Original shipping costs are generally not refunded for partial returns.