Adorama Return Policy Made Simple

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Making Sense of the Adorama Return Policy

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All About the Adorama Return Policy

You can return products to Adorama for any reason within 30 days of purchase for a full refund, minus the shipping charges. To qualify for a return, products must be:

  • In brand new condition
  • In the original packaging
  • With all manufacturer’s materials and accessories, including booklets, packing inserts, and warranty cards

Members of the VIP360 loyalty program enjoy the privilege to return items within 60 days of purchase.

How To Return Merchandise to Adorama

The only way to return unwanted products to Adorama is by mail, either by choosing the self-return process or completing a manual return.

Adorama Return Policy—Self-Returns

You can start the self-return process online as a registered or non-registered user. To initiate a return as a registered user, you should:

  1. Log in to your Adorama account
  2. Go to your Orders page
  3. Navigate to the item(s) you wish to send back
  4. Click on Return Items from the menu on the right

You will be notified whether your return request has been processed. Send the package back using the prepaid return label shipped with your purchase.

If you don’t have an account, you’ll have to create one using the email associated with the order. Once you’ve signed up, you can start the self-return process.

Adorama Return Policy—Manual Returns

For a manual return, you’ll have to:

  1. Fill out the RM Form with relevant shipping information
  2. Choose a refund method
  3. List the items you are returning, including the return reason
  4. Pack the merchandise in the original packaging along with the Return Form and a copy of the invoice

Once you’ve completed all the steps, send the parcel to: Adorama c/o Order Processing 3 Slater Drive Elizabeth, NJ 07206

For international returns, mark the items as VENDOR RETURN to skip duties and customs.

Before shipping, remove all unnecessary pre-existing labels from the box and make sure not to place any shipping labels or stickers on the original packaging. The original manufacturer’s labeled packaging must be enclosed within an outer shipping box.

Note that merchandise missing the original Universal Product Code (UPC) cannot be returned.

Below are all the options you could use to initiate a return to Adorama:

Can You Initiate a Return Request Via:Yes/No
Yes
EmailNo
PhoneNo
MailNo
In PersonNo
WebsiteYes

Returning Used Equipment to Adorama

If you bought a pre-loved item from Adorama that failed to live up to your expectations, you can return it within 30 days of purchase. To do so, you have to:

  1. Download and fill out the Return Merchandise Form
  2. Include a copy of the original invoice and the RM Form in the parcel
  3. Pack any accessories received with your original purchase (in the same condition as when you received them)
  4. Securely pack the product in an outer box

The return parcel goes to this address: Order Processing 7 Slater Drive Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Adorama Oversize Return Policy

Oversize Adorama products are subject to the standard return requirements. Return shipping costs are your responsibility. If you refuse the purchase once delivered to your home, the return shipping fees will be deducted from your refund.

If you’re returning an oversize item shipped directly from the manufacturer, you’ll need to return it to their location. To ensure everything is in order, don’t hesitate to contact Adorama and ask for help.

Adorama Return Policy—Non-Returnable Items

At Adorama, you can return all products in less than 30 days of the purchase, except:

Adorama ProductsReturn Policy
SoftwareNon-returnable if removed from its blister pack
PrintersCannot be returned once the toner has been installed
Film & DVDsNon-returnable if removed from its blister pack
Notebooks, tablets, netbooks, and iPadsCannot be returned if taken out of their retail pack
Underwater equipmentIf used in water, underwater gear is non-returnable
Bulbs, flash tubes, and batteriesNon-returnable if removed from their blister pack
Computers and memory cardsCannot be returned once removed from the original retail pack
Ink cartridgesNon-returnable unless in their original blister pack

Let DoNotPay Request a Return for You

If you don’t want to bother with Adorama procedures, DoNotPay can help you out. All you need to do is:

  1. Choose our Item Return Request product
  2. Answer a few questions regarding the purchase and attach photos if needed
  3. Submit your request

Our app will customize and send a return letter to Adorama in your stead. We will include the return reason, let the merchant know whether you want a return or exchange, and set a deadline for the Adorama team to process your request promptly. You can send the package back without unnecessary costs thanks to the free return shipping label we’ll provide.

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TargetMacy’sSHEIN
Kohl’sWayfairREI
Lululemon AthleticaAmerican EagleRoss Stores
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