What are my rights if an online order never arrives?
How the answer differs across 4 jurisdictions
GermanyFull article If your online order never arrives, you can demand delivery, cancel the contract, and get a full refund — no waiting for a 'reasonable time' if the seller missed a promised delivery date.
IrelandFull article If goods you ordered online in Ireland never arrived, the seller must either redeliver them or refund you within 14 days under the Consumer Rights Act 2022.
JapanFull article If your online order hasn’t been delivered, you can cancel the contract and request a full refund under Japan’s Act on Specified Commercial Transactions. You have until delivery is confirmed — or within 8 days after the scheduled delivery date — to cancel.
Yes, you can cancel your online order if delivery is unreasonably late — the law says you’re entitled to a full refund if the trader fails to deliver within the agreed time or, if no time was agreed, within 30 days.
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GermanyWhat are my rights if an online order never arrives?
IrelandI ordered goods online but they never arrived.
JapanWhat should I do if a product I ordered online hasn't been delivered?
UKThe delivery of my online order is very late. Can I cancel?Not legal advice. This article is general information based on publicly available sources, written for educational purposes. Laws change and individual situations vary. Consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction before acting on anything you read here. Last reviewed: June 2026.