We are the Kyiv Independent team
The Kyiv Independent is Ukraine’s fastest-growing English-language media outlet, created in November 2021, just three months before the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Refunds & Cancellations
Return Policy
Our products are custom-made just for you. We don't keep stock , so we can't accept returns or exchanges unless the item is damaged or misprinted. Picking the wrong size or color doesn't count as a damaged product.
If your item arrives damaged, defective, or misprinted, please let us know within 2 weeks of receiving it. Contact us with photos showing the problem.
To return an item, it must be in the same condition as when you received it: unworn, unused, with tags, and in the original packaging. You'll also need a receipt or proof of purchase. You'll be responsible for any return shipping fees.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
Can I Exchange My Product for a Different Size?
We’re sorry, but we don’t offer exchanges for free for different sizes. To ensure the perfect fit, please check our Size Guide before purchasing, as each item is custom-made for you. If you need to exchange or return an item due to ordering the wrong size or for any non-defective reason, you can exchange it at your own expense.
Faulty Item Policy
If your item is defective (misprinted or damaged), you are eligible for a refund or a replacement. Please reach out to us within 2 weeks at help@kyivindependent.com
Wrong/Damaged Items or Missing Items
We apologize for any inconvenience caused by receiving incorrect or damaged items, or if any items are missing from your order. To resolve the issue, contact us within 2 weeks, providing a photo of the problem along with your order number to help@kyivindependent.com We’ll respond with a resolution as soon as possible.
Refund Eligibility
Refunds are available for orders containing incorrect or damaged items. If your situation matches this, please email us at help@kyivindependent.com with photos of the issue, and we will assist you.
Please note, if your order is returned to our fulfillment center and remains unclaimed for 30 days, we cannot issue a refund or reship the order.
Order Cancellation
To cancel your order within 14 days of delivery, contact us at help@kyivindependent.com
Order Cancellation Inquiry
If your order has been canceled and you need further assistance, please contact us at help@kyivindependent.com
Customs & Duties
International orders may incur additional customs and tax fees, which are beyond our control and determined by your local customs office. Since customs policies differ widely across countries, please consult your local customs office to find out if duties and taxes apply to your purchases.
Why Did I Get A Customs Bill? Plus VAT
Some items are fulfilled locally (e.g., USA, Canada, Latvia, UK, Japan, Australia, Spain), but occasionally, products are shipped from outside your region. This can depend on the size, color, and availability of the items you've selected. Some sizes or colors may not be available for local fulfillment; more details are provided on the product pages.
For Canadian Customers: Items fulfilled in the USA (such as youth products, flags, ¾ raglan shirts, tote bags, and other accessories) and orders typically exceeding $150 may incur customs duties collected by the Federal Government, in addition to the standard HST. If this duty is not paid, your item will be returned to the sender, and a separate shipping fee will apply.
If local fulfillment is not possible, your order will be fulfilled and shipped to your address, and local duties may apply, payable at a later date.
We are fundraising for Ukraine, and customers are responsible for paying their own customs duty taxes.
Do You Offer Gift Cards?
How Do I Redeem the Gift Card?
After you purchase a Kyiv Independent Gift Card, it will be automatically sent to the email you provided during checkout.
Here's how to redeem it:
When you're ready to check out, look for the field on the right side of the screen under your order items list.
Enter your unique gift card code or discount code in the provided field and click "Apply."
Remember, each gift card can only be used once and will expire after being used.
Gift Card Details
Gift cards are available in different currencies, ensuring you get the value you paid for.
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