Do Amazon Charge for Pre-Orders Immediately?

Find out when Amazon charges for pre-orders. Learn about payment holds and billing timelines.

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Amazon does not take payment immediately on pre-orders. You will be charged when the order ships. To ensure funds, Amazon may place an authorization hold on your payment method, which may show as a pending charge.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Does Amazon charge at the time of pre-order? No, Amazon does not charge immediately for pre-orders; charges occur only when the items ship.
  2. What is a payment authorization hold? An authorization hold is a temporary hold on your funds to ensure that you have sufficient funds for the purchase, but it is not an actual charge.
  3. When will I be charged for my Amazon preorder? You will be charged when your pre-ordered item is shipped from Amazon.
  4. Can I cancel my Amazon pre-order? Yes, you can cancel your Amazon pre-order at any time before it ships without any charges.

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