Returns & Refunds Policy

Returns & Refunds Policy

We provide 10-day returns and refunds service for B2B wholesale customers. Learn about our return conditions, process and time requirements.

Last updated: January 8, 2025

Effective date: January 8, 2025

1. Return Policy Overview

10-Day Return Period

  • 10 calendar days from the date of receiving goods
  • Must contact customer service within timeframe to request returns
  • Applications beyond the time limit will not be accepted
  • Holidays do not affect return period calculation

B2B Wholesale Protection

  • Flexible policy specifically for B2B customers
  • Support bulk returns and partial returns
  • Free returns for quality issues
  • Quick processing with priority logistics arrangement

2. Eligible Return Conditions

Conditions Qualifying for Returns

  • Manufacturing defects in products
  • Functions do not match product description
  • Damage during shipping
  • Received incorrect product model
  • Customer requirement changes
  • Incorrect order quantity
  • Product does not meet expectations
  • Market demand adjustment
  • Maintain original packaging and labels intact
  • All accessories and documentation complete
  • Return request within 10 days

3. Non-Returnable Items

The Following Items Are Not Eligible for Returns

  • Products customized per customer requirements
  • Special order non-standard specification items
  • Personally customized accessories or services
  • Electronic products that have been used
  • Items with severely damaged packaging
  • Missing critical accessories or documentation
  • Lithium battery returns must comply with hazardous goods shipping requirements
  • Activated software licenses are not eligible for returns
  • Clearance items marked as final sale

4. Return Process

Simple 4-Step Return Process

  • Contact Customer Service: Contact our customer service team via email or phone, explaining the reason for return. Provide: Order number, product information, return reason
  • Get Return Authorization: Customer service will provide Return Authorization (RMA) code and return address after review. Usually processed within 1 business day
  • Ship Back Items: Use our provided return label to ship back items, or arrange your own logistics. Recommend using trackable courier service
  • Process Refund: After receiving and inspecting items, refund will be processed within 3-5 business days. Refund will be returned to original payment method

5. Refund Information

Refund Time & Methods

  • Credit Card Refund: 3-7 business days
  • PayPal Refund: 1-3 business days
  • Bank Transfer Refund: 5-10 business days
  • Product Price: Full refund including wholesale discount
  • Shipping Handling: Free for quality issues, customer bears cost otherwise
  • Processing Fees: No additional refund processing fees

Important Refund Notes

  • Refund amount excludes express shipping fees you selected
  • Exchange rate fluctuations may affect final amount received
  • Bulk orders support partial refunds, calculated proportionally
  • Confirmation email will be sent upon refund completion

6. Returns & Refunds Inquiries

If you have any questions about our returns policy or need to request a return, please contact us:

  • Returns Hotline: +64 9 4181998
  • Return Request Email: info@aotealink.com
  • Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (NZST)
  • Urgent return issues: info@aotealink.com
  • Return Address: Aotealink International Limited, Returns Department, Unit 10C/17 Albert Street, Auckland Central 1010, New Zealand
  • *Please mark RMA number on the package

This returns policy is protected by New Zealand consumer laws. We reserve the right to adjust policies based on specific circumstances.

All return requests will be reviewed based on actual circumstances. We are committed to providing fair and reasonable solutions for B2B customers.