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Returning or exchanging items bought online

To ship your Return Items:

  • 1. Identify items and begin the return process
  • 2. Prepare your package
      • a) Pack your return securely, and include your packing slip (generated via the interactive returns process). Use original packaging if possible.
      • b) Seal package securely.
      • c) Affix your chosen carrier return shipping label to the packaging. Make sure no other tracking labels are shown.

To create a mailing label for a return:

      • Take your package to a drop off location based the self-selected prepaid return label. If you chose to opt out of creating a pre-paid label through the interactive returns process, please address your package to the address below and return via UPS or Canada Post:
      • To create a prepaid return shipping label, interactive returns process. If you prefer, you can send your returned item, postage prepaid, to one of the addresses below and return via UPS or Canada Post

      • UPS Canada Post

        Returns Department
        Gap Canada Inc. Online Returns
        1 Gap Ave.
        Toronto, ON M3J8Z9

        GAP Inc. Direct
        Gateway Direct
        4567 Dixie Rd
        Mississauga, ON M0R8E0

      • Be sure to include your packing slip (generated via the interactive returns process). It’s also a good idea to write down your delivery tracking number for future reference.

Easy Exchanges:

Return merchandise using our easy mail return process, and order your new merchandise at the same time by calling 1-800-427-7895 anytime. The exchanged item will be shipped at no charge for standard shipping and handling. We will bill your credit card for the new merchandise and process your credit for returned merchandise as soon as we receive it.

Return and exchange policies at a glance


Here's a quick overview of how our four brands handle returns and exchanges.

For step-by-step instructions on how to return or exchange an item, please see "Online Returns".

What items are eligible to be returned or exchanged?

Items are in their original condition: unwashed and unworn. Items not in this condition will not be accepted.

GIVE-IT-A-WORKOUT GUARANTEE. Work it out. If it doesn't perform, return it within 60 days of ship date.

Items which are damaged or defective may be returned at any time.

Final sale items cannot be returned or exchanged.

How much is the return shipping fee for online purchases?

Returns are free.

Is the shipping fee charged for exchanges?

Exchanges are free.

How long do I have to return or exchange an item I bought online?

Within 30 days of ship date by mail or to a store (1). To receive a refund for items returned by mail, items must be received at our facility within 30 days of ship date. Please allow 5–7 days for return mail.

Within 60 days of ship date by mail or to a store (1). To receive a refund for items returned by mail, items must be received at our facility within 60 days of ship date. Please allow 5–7 days for return mail.

How can I receive a refund for my order?

Refunds require proof of purchase: the shipping confirmation email or the original credit card used for the purchase.

Online: Please include the packing slip generated by the interactive online returns process

In Store: Refunds require a proof of purchase (shipping confirmation email, order number, or credit card used to pay for the original order)

Within 60 days of ship date by mail or to a store (1). To receive a refund for items returned by mail, items must be received at our facility within 60 days of ship date. Please allow 5–7 days for return mail.

I received an item as a gift. How can I receive a refund?

Gifts returned with gift receipt (invoice) will receive a gift card in the amount of the purchase price. Gifts returned without gift receipt (invoice) will receive a merchandise certificate by mail in the amount of the current selling price.

Can online items be returned in a store?

Yes

Can store items be returned online?

No

Are there limitations on returning specificmerchandise?

Swimwear

 1

None

Swimwear & Sunglasses

 1,2

Final sale items cannot be returned or exchanged.

Extended holiday returns policy

Items purchased online or in stores between Nov 1 and Dec 24 may be returned through Jan 15 the following year, or 30 days from ship date (online purchases) or date-of-purchase (in store purchases), whichever is later. Online items returned by mail must be received at our facility by Jan 15 of the following year, or 30 days from ship date, whichever is later. Please allow 5-7 days for return mail. Proof of purchase is required. Items shipped and sold by third-party sellers are excluded from the extended holiday return policy.

Items purchased online or in stores between Nov 1 and Dec 24 may be returned through Jan 15 the following year, or 60 days from ship date (online purchases) or date-of-purchase (in store purchases), whichever is later. Online items returned by mail must be received at our facility by Jan 15 of the following year, or 60 days from ship date, whichever is later. Please allow 5-7 days for return mail. Proof of purchase is required. Items shipped and sold by third-party sellers are excluded from the extended holiday return policy.

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  • 1 New sunglasses may be returned within 30 days of ship date if accompanied by the original receipt and complimentary case, with tags attached. Defective sunglasses can be returned at any time.