Refund problem solver

PayPal refund not received

Looking for help because your a PayPal refund has been issued but you cannot see the money? Start with the facts, create a written trail and then choose the route that matches your circumstances.

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What to do now

  1. Confirm exactly when the a PayPal refund has been issued but you cannot see the money was agreed or promised.
  2. Keep the order/booking confirmation and proof of payment.
  3. Keep any return tracking, cancellation confirmation or delivery evidence.
  4. Ask for the exact refund processing date and any refund reference or transaction ID.
  5. Check the original payment method and statement before assuming the refund has failed.
  6. If the seller/provider disputes the refund, get the reason in writing before choosing an escalation route.
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Common questions

What should I do first?

Get the refund status and the date it was promised in writing, then keep the transaction evidence together.

What evidence should I keep?

Keep the receipt, order or booking record, return/cancellation evidence, correspondence and payment statement.

Can RefundFix guarantee a refund?

No. RefundFix provides general information and helps organise the next step; the outcome depends on the facts and the seller or payment provider.

Important: UK refund rights vary by purchase type, payment method and circumstances. This page is general information, not legal advice.