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A complete bar on refunds applies when the returned item is entirely non-resalable, meaning the customer receives nothing back for such a return.
Interpretive note: The term 'non-resalable condition' is not defined in the excerpt. What qualifies as entirely non-resalable is left to Shein's determination and is not specified here.
If the reader returns an item that Shein determines is entirely in non-resalable condition, no refund of any amount will be issued.
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We may defer the refund until we have received the item or until you have provided proof of shipment of the item, whichever occurs first.
For subscribers and purchasers of Virtual Items residing in the Republic of Korea: in accordance with local law, you are entitled to a full refund of your subscription and/or unused Virtual Items during the 7 days following the purchase.
We will issue a refund within three Business Days of receiving your request, provided that the funds have not been picked up by the designated recipient prior to our receipt of your request for a refund.
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"If the returned item is entirely in a non-resalable condition, we will not issue any refund to you.— Excerpt from Shein's Shein Privacy Policy
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A complete bar on refunds applies when the returned item is entirely non-resalable, meaning the customer receives nothing back for such a return.
If the reader returns an item that Shein determines is entirely in non-resalable condition, no refund of any amount will be issued.
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