Return Amazon Purchases at Kohl's for Free With These Simple Steps

Amazon's October Prime Day event is next week (Oct. 8 and 9), and you can expect some of the biggest deals of the year. That means you may already be ready to key in your credit card number for all the items in your cart. But sometimes an Amazon purchase arrives and it isn't exactly what you wanted. While Amazon returns are generally fairly painless -- there are numerous places you can return unwanted Amazon products, including UPS stores and shipping centers -- sometimes you have to pay for return shipping, which is not great for your wallet (though we have found some tricks for getting free Amazon returns). 

One of the more convenient Amazon return drop-off spots that a lot of people don't know about is Kohl's. The next time you return your Amazon purchase, ditch your old method and return your products at Kohl's for free. Below, find everything you need to know to return your Amazon purchases with this hassle-free method. 

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What is a Kohl's Amazon return?

If you purchased something from Amazon and need to return it, you can take it to any of the participating shipping companies, retailers or Amazon drop-off centers, including Kohl's. Some of these locations charge fees for accepting Amazon returns or will charge shipping fees, but Kohl's accepts returns at no cost to you. This hassle-free method is available at all Kohl's store location in North America, excluding Anchorage, Alaska. 

Another perk is that Kohl's will package and send items to Amazon for you. You just have to show up with your return, no box or label needed. 

How to make an Amazon return at Kohl's

Returning your Amazon purchases at Kohl's isn't any different from returning at other locations. There are only a few different steps you'll take to make sure everything goes smoothly. Here's how to return an Amazon item at Kohl's:

1. Go to the Returns and Orders section of the Amazon App or Amazon.com.
2. Select the item you wiah to return.
3. Click Return or Replace Items.
4. Enter a Reason for Return.
5. Select your return payment method.
6. Choose Kohl's from the drop-off location for your return.
7. Wait for a QR code to arrive via email from Amazon.
8. Bring your package to Kohl's and go to the Amazon Return section.
9. Show the QR code and they will take care of returning the item.

Take a look at our tips on saving with Amazon subscriptions and sending gifts easily.