FAQs

Shipping and Delivery


WHAT COUNTRIES DO YOU SHIP TO?

Currently, we ship to the United States, including Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico.

We do not ship to the following locations: American Samoa, Micronesia, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Palau, US Virgin Islands, Armed Forces Americas, Armed Forced Pacific, Armed Forces Europe, or PO boxes.

WHAT DELIVERY OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE?

We currently offer Standard Shipping which should arrive within 5 working days after goods have been processed and dispatched.

Delivery times may vary depending on which delivery option is chosen at checkout and your location within the continental United States. All orders are processed for delivery Mondays to Fridays (excluding Federal and Regional Holidays).

To combat online fraud, please be aware that should an order be suspect, for your own protection, you will be contacted via email and asked to confirm your identity and information pertaining to your order before the order is processed and dispatched. Please ensure that your contact email address is correct at the time of ordering.

SHIPPING RATES

Free Standard - eligible when you spend $80 or more

Standard - $11.99

CAN I ORDER ITEMS ONLINE AND COLLECT THEM IN-STORE?

We do not currently offer store pick up for online orders.

AN ITEM IS MISSING FROM MY ORDER, WHAT DO I DO?

We may have sent your items in separate parcels so please allow 48 hours for remaining items to arrive. If the remaining items are still missing 48 hours after receiving your first package, please contact our Customer Services team using the Contact Form and we will resolve any issue as quickly as possible.

HOW LONG WILL SHIPPING TAKE?

All orders should arrive within 5-7 days of purchase. Please allow 5-7 days from the date of purchase for your order to be processed and dispatched. You will receive an email when your order has been dispatched.

All orders are sent using UPS and you will receive an email to confirm once your order has been dispatched.  Depending on the postage service used, this may also contain a tracking number so that you can track the status of your order on the delivery partner’s website.

Once dispatched, please allow additional time for delivery, which is dependent on current demand.

Orders


WHERE IS MY ORDER?

If you have not received your order within the estimated time frame please contact us here, including your name and order number.

All orders are sent using UPS and you will receive an email to confirm once your order has been dispatched. This will also contain a tracking number so that you can track the status of your order on the delivery partner’s website. Once dispatched, please allow additional time for delivery, which is dependent on current demand.

OUT OF STOCK PRODUCTS

Stock levels may fluctuate depending on demand and any potential shipping delays from our suppliers, which are outside of our control. We are unable to provide a specific date on when items will be available again and recommend that you continue to check our website on a regular basis. In the meantime, if you click on the item on the website, you can set up an in-stock notification. This will ensure that you are sent an email notification once the product comes back in stock.

Please note, our Customer Services Team are unable to advise on when a specific product may come back into stock.

HOW ARE STATE TAXES APPLIED?

Duties and taxes as per state law will be applicable on all purchases.

CAN I CANCEL MY ORDER?

If you would like to cancel an item in your order and it has not yet been processed, please contact our Customer Services team using the Contact Form. Once processed, orders cannot be adjusted. If you do remove an item from an order that has qualified for an offer or promotion (such as free delivery), the total of your order may be adjusted accordingly.  

If you would like to cancel your order, please Contact Us. Please note, we cannot cancel your order if it has already been processed. You will receive an email to confirm once your order has been cancelled. Please note, we are unable to cancel or mend individual items on an order.

CAN I ADD AN ITEM TO MY ORDER LATER?

Unfortunately, you cannot add items to your order once you have checked out.

I AM PAYING IN A FOREIGN CURRENCY, HOW WILL THIS BE PROCESSED?

All purchases through the Harry Potter Shop are currently in United States Dollars (USD) and will be subject to the local exchange rate.

Refunds and Exchanges


HOW DO I RETURN A PRODUCT?

We want you to be happy with your purchase. If for some reason you are not, you have 30 days from receipt of goods to return it for a full refund. Please follow these steps:

·       Products must be in their original condition (where possible).

·       Please contact our Customer Services team using our Contact Form with your name and order number to arrange a return.

·       Package the products securely.

·       Return to the address given by our Customer Services team. Please ensure that you obtain proof of delivery at the drop off point.

DO I HAVE TO PAY TO RETURN A PRODUCT TO YOU?

If you would like to return an item, we will provide a free returns label.

ARE THERE ANY PRODUCTS I CAN’T RETURN TO YOU?

The following items can only be exchanged if deemed faulty:

·       Cosmetics

·       Earrings

·       Personalised items

·       Food and drink

·       Underwear

·       Face coverings

·       Socks

Your statutory rights will not be affected. The above items may be exchanged, if faulty.

HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO RETURN MY ORDER?

If not completely satisfied with our products you may return your order up to 30 calendar days after receipt of your product. You will receive a full refund for the products. If you are purchasing gifts for the Holidays, any orders placed from the 1st November can be returned up to and including the January 31st.

HOW DO I EXCHANGE A PRODUCT?

If you would like to exchange your item, please contact our Customer Services team using our Contact Form with your name and order number to arrange a return.

· For any further exchanges on the same order, the postage will be charged again.

· All products purchased online must be returned in accordance with this policy and cannot be returned or exchanged in any store locations.

· Exchanges can only be processed for items of the same monetary value.

· Products must be in their original condition and packaging (where possible).

· Package the products securely.

· Please allow 10 working days for returns to reach us.

· You will receive an email once your refund or exchange has been processed. Some products are not eligible for a return- more information can be
found on this page.

· Please ensure that you retain proof or confirmation of your return.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO PROCESS MY RETURN/EXCHANGE?

The time taken to process a return/exchange will be dependent on the state you are sending it from. For the East Coast we estimate one week, for West Coast please allow two weeks.

WHAT DO I DO IF I HAVE LOST MY DELIVERY NOTES, RECEIPT, OR RETURNS CARD?

If you have lost your delivery note or receipt, please contact our Customer Services team using the Contact Form.

I HAVE BEEN SENT THE WRONG PRODUCT, WHAT SHOULD I DO?

Please contact our Customer Services team using our Contact Form and we will resolve this for you as soon as possible.

Please ensure you include your order number and any other important details when submitting your request online so we can help resolve your issue as quickly as possible. Our Customer Services Team work through all cases in chronological order; you will receive an email with a case reference number once your form has been successfully received.

CAN I RETURN OR EXCHANGE PERSONALISED PRODUCT?

Due to bespoke nature of the product, we are unable to offer refunds on personalised items. Personalised items can only be exchanged if deemed faulty.

CAN I CANCEL OR RETURN AN ITEM IN MY ORDER?

If you would like to cancel an item in your order and it has not yet been processed, please contact our Customer Services team using the Contact Form. Once processed, orders cannot be adjusted. If you do remove an item from an order that has qualified for an offer or promotion (such as free delivery), the total of your order may be adjusted accordingly.  

If you would like to cancel your order, please Contact Us. Please note, we cannot cancel your order if it has already been processed. You will receive an email to confirm once your order has been cancelled. Please note, we are unable to cancel or mend individual items on an order.

WHAT PAYMENT METHODS YOU DO ACCEPT?

We currently accept Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Discover, Diners Club, Shop Pay, Apple Pay, Google Pay and Meta Pay. We do not currently accept payment via PayPal.

WHAT IS HARRY POTTER NEW YORK'S RETURNS POLICY?

In addition to your legal rights, Harry Potter New York is happy to accept returns for refund or exchange of unwanted items within 30 days of purchase.

·       Items must be unused, in saleable condition, and in the original packaging.

·       We reserve the right to refuse a refund or exchange without proof of purchase.

·       All refunds will be issued by original payment method.

·       For health and safety reasons, we are unable to accept returns of piercing jewellery, face masks, opened or unsealed beauty products, opened or unsealed confectionery.

·       We are unable to accept returns in-store for items purchased online unless otherwise stated.

Promo Codes and Vouchers


DO YOU SELL GIFT VOUCHERS?

We do not currently sell gift vouchers, however this is something we are working on for the future.

WHAT HAS HAPPENED TO THE HARRY POTTER FAN CLUB GOLD MEMBERSHIP?

As of October 27th, 2022, the Harry Potter Fan Club Gold Membership is no longer available. As of now there is no plan to replace this membership, however, you can always refer to the Wizarding World website for any updates as well as sign up for the Free Harry Potter Fan Club Membership.

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF MY WIZARDING WORLD BIRTHDAY DISCOUNT CODE ISN’T WORKING?

If your Wizarding World Birthday Discount is not applying at the checkout, please check the following information:

- Your basket total meets the minimum required spend where applicable.

- You are logged into the correct Wizarding World account that your discount email was sent to.

- You have a valid address assigned to your account on our website.

If the above points are all correct, and you are still unable to redeem your discount, please Contact Us for more assistance.

Products


HOGWARTS GIFT TRUNKS MATERIALS

The wood for the Hogwarts Trunks is an engineered wood and not cut from a tree. The material used is plywood. All fittings are lead free/Nk Free. Pu is REACH compliant.

To maintain the authentic look of your trunk we have used a waxy oil on all metal components. Care has been taken to remove any excess oil but please note some residual oil might still be present, so take care when near bare skin and light colored upholstery.

All treatments and components that have gone into creating this trunk have been tested to ensure they are safe and not harmful to you or the environment.

Please note this product is not for everyday use.

CONFECTIONERY

Please note that warm weather may cause confectionery products to melt during transit so please be aware when placing your order.

IS EVERYTHING AVAILABLE TO ORDER?

Yes, everything on the site is available to order, subject to availability.

WHERE CAN I FIND YOUR SIZE GUIDE AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS?

We have size guides available on most of our product pages. Just click on the last image within the product photos on each product page to see this. We would also suggest reading the care label and washing instructions before washing any clothes.

DO YOU OFFER WHOLESALE PURCHASES TO OTHER RETAILERS OR TRADERS?

Our merchandise is offered directly to the public and we encourage all customers to purchase from our online shop to ensure they are buying authentic merchandise. We do not supply on a wholesale basis. We reserve the right to cancel orders at any time.

CAN I USE CELEBRITY/CHARACTER NAMES AND/OR IMAGES IN MY PERSONALISED CHOCOLATE FROG CARD?

Due to the nature of the personalised Chocolate Frog, you will need to use your own name and photo. If ordering as a gift, you will need to have the permission to use someone else’s photo. We would recommend that you do not use images or names of celebrities as these will not be accepted.

CAN I USE SOMEONE ELSE’S PHOTO AND NAME TO PERSONALISE AS A GIFT?

If you would like to purchase a personalised Chocolate Frog as a gift, please ensure you have permission to use another person’s image/name before submitting this. Only a child’s parent or guardian can submit a photo/name on behalf of a child.

IS THE PERSONALISED CHOCOLATE FROG EXCLUSIVE TO THE ONLINE SHOP, OR CAN I PURCHASE THIS IN STORE?

The personalised Chocolate Frog is only available to purchase on our online shop.

CAN I CHANGE THE CHOCOLATE FROG TEMPLATE PROVIDED?

The design on the templates themselves cannot be modified, only the area specifically designated for your chosen photo.

Create Your Own Trunk


How does Create Your Own Trunk work?

To create your personalised gift trunk, you can select ‘Create Your Own Trunk’ and start building your trunk. Personalise your trunk with your initials and add in any items of choice through the Create Your Own Trunk pages.  

How does the Create Your Own Trunk discount work?

You will receive a discount on your personalised trunk subtotal;

Spend $100 and receive 10% off your trunk order

Spend $150 and receive 15% off your trunk order

Spend $200 and receive 20% off your trunk order

What is the difference between a pre-curated Gift Trunk and my personalised trunk?

Your personalised trunk can be made up of any selected items on the website, completely bespoke to you. Our pre-curated gift trunks are sold as they are stated on the website and the contents cannot be changed.

What is the minimum and maximum items I can include in my personalised trunk?

There is no maximum for how many items you can include. We recommend up to 18 items, however if these items do not fit inside your personalised trunk, they may be shipped separately.

There is no minimum for how many items you put inside your personalised trunk. You can checkout with your trunk and one other item, however you may not reach the threshold for the discount.

Can I buy individual items in the same order as my personalised trunk?

If you have chosen to Create Your Own trunk, any items that you add to your cart will automatically be included in your personalised trunk. At this moment in time, you are unable to checkout with a personalised trunk and any items outside of your trunk.

Are there any items I cannot include in my personalised trunk?

Yes. Unfortunately, at this moment in time, the selected
items below are unable to be included inside your personalised gift trunk.

- Personalised Chocolate Frog

- Magic Caster Wands - Heroic, Defiant, Loyal, Honourable

Can I create multiple personalised trunks?

No. Unfortunately at this time you are only able to create one personalised trunk per order.

Locations


- HARRY POTTER NEW YORK -

WHAT IS HARRY POTTER NEW YORK?

Harry Potter New York combines breath taking designs, exciting interactive elements, and exclusive products inviting fans into the Wizarding World in a way they have never before experienced. Spanning three floors and 20,000 sq. ft., the store houses the largest collection of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts products in the world.

WHERE IS HARRY POTTER NEW YORK?

Harry Potter fans can visit the first official Harry Potter flagship store in the heart of New York City next to the iconic Flatiron building at 935 Broadway.

For more information regarding Harry Potter New York, please
click here.

- THE HARRY POTTER SHOP AT LONDON KING'S CROSS -

WHAT ARE THE LONDON KINGS CROSS STORE OPENING HOURS?

The Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 ¾ opening hours are as
follows:

Monday to Saturday: 08:00-20:00

Sunday: 09:00-20:00

Bank Holidays: 09:00-20:00

ARE LARGE GROUPS ALLOWED IN THE SHOP?

All are welcome to the Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 3/4 in Kings Cross, however If you are with a group of 12 or more people, you may be asked to wait outside and enter the shop in smaller groups. This is to prevent overcrowding inside the shop, and to make sure all our customers have as an enjoyable experience as possible. Group leaders may speak to our security staff for further assistance. Group leaders are responsible for the well being of their group members. Groups will be expected to use the same entrance and exit to ensure the safety of everyone.

DO I NEED A TICKET FOR THE TROLLEY PHOTO OPPORTUNITY AT PLATFORM 9 3/4?

You do not need anything at all for our trolley photo opportunity! Please do feel free to visit us at any time, subject to King’s Cross Station opening times.

IS THE TROLLEY OPEN AT ALL HOURS?

The trolley is available during store opening hours for you to take your own photos or one with our professional photographers, taken with your choice of house scarf. The Platform 9 3/4 wall sign is available after and before store opening hours while Kings Cross Station is open.

DO I HAVE TO PAY TO TAKE MY OWN PHOTOGRAPHS AT THE TROLLEY?

No, you do not have to pay to take your own photographs at the trolley. However, you can also purchase your professional photo in store should you wish to.

Our professional photographs start from £9.50. We have bundle offers including 2 photographs for £15 and 3 photographs for £20. We also offer keyrings, magnets, and glass frames.

HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO WAIT FOR MY PHOTOGRAPH TO BE TAKEN?

Due to its popularity, the queue for the trolley can often be quite long. To avoid queuing for so long, arrive early, before 8am so you can be one of the first in the queue. School holidays and festive periods can also be very busy. Please note, during busy periods the Photo Opportunity Experience will close an hour before the advertised store closing times.

For more information regarding the Harry Potter Shop at King’s Cross, please click here.

- THE HARRY POTTER SHOP AT LONDON HEATHROW TERMINAL 5 -

WHERE IS THE HARRY POTTER SHOP AT LONDON HEATHROW?

The Shop can be located on Level 3 of the Departure Lounge in Terminal 5. Please note, this is only accessible when travelling through the airport.

WHAT ARE THE LONDON HEATHROW TERMINAL 5 SHOP OPENING HOURS?

The Harry Potter Shop at Heathrow opening hours are as follows:

Monday to Sunday: 05:30-21:00

ARE THE ITEMS SOLD AT THE HARRY POTTER SHOPS THE SAME AS THOSE SOLD ONLINE?

Not all items sold in store are the same as those on our Online Shop; these may differ in sizing, design, or price. For individual product queries, if not detailed in the product description, please Contact Us.

Please note, items may also differ from those at our other shops; as individual items may vary.

We are not able to process refunds or exchanges in store for any purchases made online – please follow our online returns instructions to return your order.

Contact Us


HOW CAN I CONTACT YOU?

If you would like to get in touch regarding a product or an existing order, please Contact Us here. Please provide the order number, where possible.