Returns Policy

Extended 60-Day Returns: Any purchases made between 15/11/21 to 31/12/21 will have up to 60 days to return. More info here.

Need to return your Docs? We want you to be completely satisfied with our products and we will gladly accept returns within 30 days of receipt where the products are in new, unworn with tags attached and in their original packaging.

 3 simple conditions for a successful return:

• Item(s) were purchased in the last 30 days and proof of purchase can be provided.
• Item(s) must be unworn & undamaged with original tags attached.
• Items are in their original packaging (shoebox) and in original condition.

Shoes must be returned in their original, undamaged shoebox.

In-store conditions
In-store purchases cannot be returned or refunded to the online store at this point in time.

Exchanges & store credit

In-store purchases that are eligible for return and within 30 days of receipt may be exchanged for other items, or store credit provided. It is at the discretion of our team to decide whether a full refund will be provided. 

Credit notes are valid for 12 months.

Credit notes must be presented at time of redemption.

Faulty items

We will gladly accept returns for any faulty item(s) provided that it is a genuine manufacturing fault.

Please check out this article for more information on in-store faulty assessments.

Extended 60-Day Returns: Any purchases made between 15/11/21 to 31/12/21 will have up to 60 days to return. More info here.

We want you to be completely satisfied with our products and we will gladly accept returns within 30 days of receipt where the products are in new, unworn with tags attached and in their original packaging. 

RETURN CONDITIONS

Shoes must be returned in their original, undamaged shoe box. Please note that returns cannot be sent with the shoebox taped up, written on or exposed. Please use either the original postage bag or an inside-out plastic shopping bag.* 

Important to note: Please note that orders returned online will be issued a full refund only. If you'd like to exchange online, please place a new order and return your existing item for a refund.

Please note that all online returns must be sent from your local post office. We do not accept direct returns to the warehouse.

*We reserve the right to reject any returns that do not meet these requirements.

RETURN OPTIONS

ONLINE CONDITIONS

Online purchases using credit/debit cards may be refunded or exchanged in-store. Please ensure you have your proof of purchase for our team member to assist you.

COST OF RETURNS

You are responsible for the costs of returning any item(s) to our online store. Any returned item(s) are your property and remain your responsibility until they reach our warehouse.

If you would like to avoid return postage fees, you are welcome to visit one of our stores and return or exchange your shoes in person.

HOW IS THE REFUND PROCESSED?

Once you have sent your parcel back to our warehouse and we have received it, we will process your return within 2-3 business days. We recommend noting your return tracking number, that way you can track your order and see when it reaches us.

I paid with Credit Card: Once processed, the refund will appear in your account within 2-5 business days, depending on your financial institution. 

I paid with PayPal: Once processed, PayPal will be in touch when they have finalised your refund/made adjustments to your account or payment schedule. 

I paid with Afterpay: Once processed, Afterpay will send you an email and make the necessary adjustments to your payment schedule. For more information, head to their website. 

*Please allow an additional 1-2 business days for refund processing over sales periods and public holidays.

FAULTY ITEMS

If you believe you have received a faulty item, please do not submit a return as our returns warehouse does not process faulty assessments. Please read about our Faulty Assessment process here. 

If you believe your online purchase arrived with a manufacturing fault, or you received something different to your original order, we'll be happy to cover the cost of the return.

If this is the case, please contact our Docs Experts below with as many details as possible about the order. We'll request your order/receipt number and photographs of the tongues, tops, sides, soles and fault.*

THIRD-PARTY & INTERNATIONAL PURCHASES

Purchases made online from overseas distributors, outlets or third-party websites such as eBay cannot be exchanged, replaced or returned by Dr Martens New Zealand; we advise you to contact the place of purchase for any warranty claims. We do not accept incorrect sizing exchanges or change-of-mind returns for overseas purchases.

We're so sorry to hear that your item is faulty. If you believe any purchased items may have manufacturing faults, please follow the below steps.

You are welcome to head into your local store and have the item assessed by a store manager. Click here for more information on in-store faulty assessments! If the item is deemed faulty, our team will be able to assist you. 

Alternatively, if you cannot make it to your local store, you may contact our Docs Experts below for a faulty assessment. You will be asked to provide proof of purchase as well as photographs that clearly display the fault. We'll request your order/receipt number and photographs of the tongues, tops, sides, soles and fault. *

*Please do not send the faulty product back without contacting us first.

*If an item has been misused or worn in a manner contrary to its purpose, the item will be classified as ‘general wear and tear’. Forms of misuse may include but are not limited to cuts, heat or burns, exposure to chemicals or harsh elements, contact with gravel/bitumen while using motorized vehicles, skateboarding, machine washing and any alterations (eg. shoe repair).

*If your item has been deemed faulty, we ask that you ensure your item is either destroyed or disposed of. Accent Group and its related entities cannot accept liability for any further loss or damage suffered if the shoes continue to be worn.

If you're in one of our stores, please ask to speak to a Manager. We have empowered both our Store & Assistant Managers to use their own discretion about your purchase.*
If you the customer, deem a purchase to be a manufacturing fault, the manager can offer one of the below

• exchange for the same item
• exchange for a different size
• a full refund (depending on the payment method)
• disagree that there is a genuine manufacturing fault and therefore not process the return.