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Can you get a refund from KFC? Check eligibility first
- Incorrect or missing items: Eligible for refund or replacement if your order was wrong, incomplete, or not delivered.
- Online order not fulfilled: Full refund if you paid but could not collect due to store closure/cancellation.
- Quality issues (e.g., undercooked or unsafe food): Refund or replacement offered (you can insist on a refund).
- Payment errors/double charges: Refundable once verified.
- Change of mind/wrong store: Not guaranteed but may be refunded if food hasn’t been prepared.
- Exclusions: Minor taste complaints, items resolved on the spot, and orders via third-party delivery (refund handled by the delivery app).
How to get a refund from KFC
- Report immediately in-store: Ask a manager for a fix or refund.
- Contact KFC support: Use KFC’s Contact page or in-app chat to lodge your request.
- Provide proof: Order number, receipt, and any relevant photos for missing/damaged items.
- Choose resolution: State clearly if you want a refund instead of a voucher/replacement.
- Get confirmation: Ask for a case or reference number and note the refund timeframe given.
- Follow up: If funds don’t appear by the promised date, re-contact support with your case details.
KFC’s refund timeframe - how long it takes
- In-store (cash): Immediate.
- In-store (card): Same-day reversal; bank may take 1–3 business days.
- App/online orders: Typically 5–10 business days once approved. Can be up to 2 weeks in some cases.
- Delivery partner orders: Uber Eats, DoorDash, Menulog handle refunds under their own timelines (often 1–3 days).
- Delays: Can occur if refund approval requires escalation or store/corporate miscommunication.
KFC’s refund methods - how you'll get your money back
- Original payment method: Card, PayPal, or account used for purchase.
- Cash refunds: For in-store cash purchases, given immediately.
- Voucher/credit: Sometimes offered as goodwill. You may decline and request money back.
- Delivery app refunds: Processed by the app to your card/account.
Common refund issues with KFC
- Stores can’t directly refund online/app orders — must go through corporate.
- Delays when corporate approval is needed.
- Voucher offered instead of cash/card refund.
- Difficulty reaching support or inconsistent communication between store and head office.
KFC cases submitted through Ajust
Customer experiences with KFC refund cases
Store closure before pickup: Refund only processed after a follow-up call. The second rep pushed it through.
Non-delivered online order: Took multiple contact attempts before refund was approved.
Wrong delivery order: Store advised contacting corporate. Corporate redirected to DoorDash, who refunded in days.
How KFC Refund Policy Compares to Competitors
- McDonald’s: Similar “replace or refund” approach; McDonald’s has in-app order issue reporting.
- Hungry Jack’s: More flexibility for on-the-spot store refunds; still requires delivery refunds through apps.
- Domino’s: Offers late-delivery vouchers but rarely cash refunds without escalation.
Official KFC Refund Resources & Links
- KFC Australia Contact Page – chat or submit order issues.
- KFC Australia Help & Support – FAQs, including cancellations.
- KFC Online Ordering Terms – refund and replacement conditions.
- Uber Eats Help – for KFC delivery orders via Uber.
- DoorDash Support – for DoorDash KFC orders.
- Menulog Help Centre – for Menulog KFC orders.
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