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eBay Return Policy

Editor-verified return-policy details for eBay — last verified Apr 17, 2026.

Standard return policy30 days left on a purchase made today

🔄 30 days to return. Deadline: May 28.

Thrifle Tip: Always check seller's individual return policy BEFORE buying. eBay Money Back Guarantee covers 'not as described' for 30 days.

Policy at a glance

Return window
30 days (eBay Money Back Guarantee)
Window (days)
30 days
Free returns
Varies by seller
Return shipping cost
Varies widely
Restocking fee
Varies by seller (10-20%)
Holiday extension
Not specifically extended
Non-returnable items
Varies by seller — many private sellers don't accept returns; vehicles, real estate, classified ads
Time-bomb items
Seller-dependent short windows possible
Category
Marketplace

Frequently asked questions

What is eBay's return window?

30 days (eBay Money Back Guarantee)

Does eBay offer free returns?

Varies by seller

How much does eBay charge for return shipping?

Varies widely

Does eBay charge a restocking fee?

Varies by seller (10-20%)

Does eBay extend its return window for the holidays?

Not specifically extended

What items cannot be returned to eBay?

Varies by seller — many private sellers don't accept returns; vehicles, real estate, classified ads

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Return-policy data is sourced from eBay’s public customer-service pages and editor-verified by the Thrifle team. Policies can change at any time — always confirm on eBay’s official site before purchase.