How long do I have to wait for a refund on App Store?

Hey I’m here because I wanted a refund but I don’t know how long I have until the refund time is up I wanted to refund something from 2022-2024 as I no longer have access to the game account and would like my money back



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iPhone 15 Pro, iOS 18

Posted on Nov 2, 2024 11:58 PM

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Posted on Nov 3, 2024 6:02 AM

Ask for a refund -

Request a refund for apps or content that you bought from Apple - Apple Support


Apple won't refund money for an app beyond a month or two, but only if Apple determines that you qualify for a refund.


If your refund is approved, the funds are applied to the same payment method that you used to buy the item. Here's how long it takes for a refund to appear on your account or statement:

• Store credit – It might take up to 48 hours to see the refund in your Apple Account balance.

• Mobile phone billing – It might take up to 60 days for the statement to show the refund. Processing time might be affected by your carrier. You can contact your carrier for an update.

• Credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, Apple Cash, and all other payment methods – It might take up to 30 days for the statement to show the refund. Contact your financial institution if you don't see the refund after 30 days.


M1 Mac mini, macOS 15.1;  Watch, series 10 GPS-only, watchOS 11.1; iPhone 16, iOS 18.1; TV 4th Gen, tvOS 18.1; HomePods, audioOS 18.1 and Airport Express w/ Airplay 2

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Nov 3, 2024 6:02 AM in response to abyzou18

Ask for a refund -

Request a refund for apps or content that you bought from Apple - Apple Support


Apple won't refund money for an app beyond a month or two, but only if Apple determines that you qualify for a refund.


If your refund is approved, the funds are applied to the same payment method that you used to buy the item. Here's how long it takes for a refund to appear on your account or statement:

• Store credit – It might take up to 48 hours to see the refund in your Apple Account balance.

• Mobile phone billing – It might take up to 60 days for the statement to show the refund. Processing time might be affected by your carrier. You can contact your carrier for an update.

• Credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, Apple Cash, and all other payment methods – It might take up to 30 days for the statement to show the refund. Contact your financial institution if you don't see the refund after 30 days.


M1 Mac mini, macOS 15.1;  Watch, series 10 GPS-only, watchOS 11.1; iPhone 16, iOS 18.1; TV 4th Gen, tvOS 18.1; HomePods, audioOS 18.1 and Airport Express w/ Airplay 2

Nov 3, 2024 7:08 AM in response to abyzou18

If a developer has stopped supporting a service, particularly after you have made use of it for several years, it is unlikely you will get a refund. It would be like me taking my 43 year old car back to the dealership because Toyota no longer makes parts for it, and my asking for a refund. Likewise, try getting a refund for the Wordstar software package.

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