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American Eagle return policy

Full refund within 30 days of purchase, plus 7 extra days for online orders. Merchandise credit up to 60 days.

37days from your order
Refund
Original payment method
Cost to return
$5 for online mail returns (free for Real Rewards Level 3 and cardmembers); free in store
After that
merchandise credit until day 60

Sale and final-sale items

  • Final sale: Items marked Final Sale

Good to know

  • Unworn, unwashed, tags attached; swim and underwear need hygienic liners

US vs Canada

Checked on American Eagle's Canada site.

Window
37 days from order
Cost to return
CA$9 for online returns (free for Real Rewards Level 3 and cardmembers)

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Common questions

How long do I have to return something to American Eagle?

37 days, counted from your order date. After that, merchandise credit until day 60.

Does American Eagle charge for returns?

$5 for online mail returns (free for Real Rewards Level 3 and cardmembers); free in store

How does American Eagle refund a return?

Original payment method

Can I return sale or final-sale items to American Eagle?

These can't be returned: Items marked Final Sale.

Is American Eagle's return policy different in Canada?

In Canada: 37 days to return it. Cost to return: CA$9 for online returns (free for Real Rewards Level 3 and cardmembers).

How do I know if my American Eagle order can still be returned?

Paste the product link, upload the receipt, or forward the order email to orders@tagson.app: TagsOn works out your exact last day to return it and emails you if the price drops before then.

Source: American Eagle's returns page · checked 2026-11-01. Policies change; confirm on the store's site before you ship a return.