Updated 2026-06-25

How to File a Warranty Claim With Apple

Compiled & reviewed by Nikolai Tsyrenov · Updated 2026-06-25 · confidence: high

A step-by-step Apple warranty claim: what to gather, who to contact, and what to do if you're out of warranty.

In short: Genius Bar (Apple Store), Apple Authorized Service Providers, or mail-in via support.apple.com (start at getsupport.apple.com). Proof of purchase required. Have a dated proof of purchase and the serial number ready before you start.

What you'll need

A dated proof of purchase (receipt, order email, or card statement)
The product's serial number and model
A clear description of the defect — photos or video if you can
Product registration is helpful but usually not required

Steps to file your Apple warranty claim

Gather your proof of purchase. Find a dated proof of purchase — receipt, order confirmation email, or a card statement showing the Apple purchase. The warranty starts from that date, so it's the one thing you can't skip.
Locate the serial and model number. Apple ties warranty status to the serial number. Check the device, its box, or the order email, then note the model too.
Contact Apple. Genius Bar (Apple Store), Apple Authorized Service Providers, or mail-in via support.apple.com (start at getsupport.apple.com). Proof of purchase required.
Describe the defect and get a case number. Explain the fault clearly (photos help), confirm it's a covered manufacturing defect, and write down the case, reference or RMA number you're given.
Return, ship or book the repair. Send the unit or book service exactly as Apple directs, keep your tracking/booking, and hold onto every reference number until the repair or replacement is complete.

If your claim is denied or out of warranty

The usual reasons a claim is refused: the product is past its term, there's no proof of purchase, or the damage is accidental or cosmetic rather than a manufacturing defect (a standard warranty doesn't cover those). Third-party protection plans (Asurion, Upsie, SquareTrade) or your credit card's purchase protection may still cover a repair or replacement — check those before paying out of pocket.

Full Apple warranty terms & length → · Claim without a receipt → · Find your serial number →

Apple claim FAQ

How do I file a warranty claim with Apple?

Genius Bar (Apple Store), Apple Authorized Service Providers, or mail-in via support.apple.com (start at getsupport.apple.com). Proof of purchase required. You'll need a dated proof of purchase and the serial number.

What do I need to claim a Apple warranty?

A dated proof of purchase, the serial and model number, and a description of the defect.

Can I claim a Apple warranty without a receipt?

Often yes — a card statement, order email, product registration, or the serial number plus manufacture date can stand in for the receipt. See our guide on claiming without a receipt.

Does the Apple warranty cover accidental damage?

A standard manufacturer warranty covers defects, not accidental or cosmetic damage. Third-party protection plans (Asurion, Upsie, SquareTrade) or your credit card's purchase protection may still cover a repair or replacement — check those before paying out of pocket.

Source: apple.com/legal/warranty + support.apple.com. General information, not legal advice — confirm the current claim process with Apple.

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