The Steam refund process generally takes about one week. However, the exact time frame can vary depending on the payment method used. Here is a rough breakdown of the refund process:
- Approval Time: Once you submit a refund request, Steam typically takes up to 48 hours to review and respond. In some cases, it may take slightly longer due to high demand.
- Processing Time: After approval, the time it takes for the refund to be processed varies depending on the payment method:
- For Steam Wallet funds: The refund gets processed almost instantly.
- For payments made using Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, and others, it generally takes about three to five business days. Keep in mind that these estimates may not account for weekends or holidays.
- For international payment methods, the refund can take as long as 14 business days.
It's worth noting that these are general estimates. If you don't see the refund after seven days, you should contact Steam support.
Learn more:
- Steam Refunds | Steam
- Help with Refunds | Steam Support
- Refunds on Downloadable Content (Steam store content usable within another game or software application) | Steam Support