Frequently asked questions

You may place an order as a Guest, without an account. However, we recommend creating an account for personalised preferences, to save the creations you desire, and for ease of access for future purchases.

To make changes to your account, first log in to your account. There you will have the option to modify your account details. Once you have updated your personal data, please ensure that you save your changes. 

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Yes, all data and payment information submitted through our e-Boutique is safely secured by SSL encryption. For further details regarding data use, kindly refer to our Privacy Policy.

Yes, our Panerai ambassadors will be able to process your order over the phone in most cases. Please contact our Client Relations Centre on +44 20 71940260. Our representatives are available from 9 am to 7 pm from Monday to Friday and from 9 am to 5 pm on Saturday.

Most watches are available for online purchase, except for unique pieces, high luxury and high-complication watches. Should you wish to purchase a watch that is not available online, please contact our Client Relations Centre on +44 20 71940260.

Please contact our Client Relations Centre on +44 20 71940260 or visit your nearest Boutique, which can be found here.

Due to the limited number of our pieces, we do not offer product reservations.

To be notified if a sold-out item becomes available again, click on "Back in stock notification" on the item's page and then enter your email address. You will receive a notification once the item is back in stock.

Please direct any enquiries to the Client Relations Centre on +44 20 71940260 to find out if your order can be changed or cancelled.

Yes, all data and payment information submitted through our e-Boutique is safely secured by SSL encryption (https).We do not retain your payment information, including credit card numbers or PayPal account details.

Paypal and credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, CUP) may be used for all purchases. Orders valued at €2000/£2000 or higher may be paid via bank transfer. Klarna Pay Now is available in selected countries and will show in the checkout of eligible orders. 

No, payments are made in the currency of the delivery country.

No, orders must be paid in full via a single payment method.

Your credit card is charged once your order is shipped; however, your account may show a pre-authorization hold of the payment immediately.
Bank Transfer: You will be charged as soon as you have made the transfer.

No, once an order is placed, it is not possible to change the payment method.

Product prices displayed on our website include applicable VAT based on the shipping country. To ensure that the most accurate pricing and taxes are displayed, please select the country of delivery from our website country selector. Parcels shipped within the European Union are not subject to duty fees.

We accept payment from 73 countries listed below:
Albania
Andorra
Armenia
Australia
Austria
Azerbaijan
Belarus
Belgium
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Brazil
Bulgaria
Canada
Chile
China
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Georgia
Germany
Greece
Hong Kong
Hungary
Iceland
India
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Japan
Korea, South
Kuwait
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macau
Macedonia
Malaysia
Malta
Mexico
Moldova
Monaco
Montenegro
Netherlands
New Zealand
Norway
Oman
Poland
Portugal
Puerto Rico
Qatar
Romania
Russia
San Marino
Saudi Arabia
Serbia
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Africa
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Taiwan
Turkey
Ukraine
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
US Virgin Islands
United States

A VAT refund is offered for orders that meet certain conditions.

For online and phone orders, refunds can be requested via our client relations centre. In the case of Boutique pick-up, refunds can be requested in the Boutique at the time of order collection.

Please contact the Client Relations Centre on +44 20 71940260 for more information.

Panerai offers five methods of delivery in Europe:
- Standard Delivery: 2-5 business days*
- Next-Day Delivery: the next business day*
- Next-Day pre-12 Delivery: the next business day, before noon*
- Saturday Delivery*
- Boutique Pick-Up Delivery: the next business day*

Please note, delivery times are estimates.

For all orders in Switzerland, Panerai offers also free next day* delivery. Different time slots are available:

- Morning - 6.30-9.00 AM
- Evening - 5.00 - 8.00 PM
- Saturday morning - 9.00 AM - 12 PM
- Daytime - 9.00 AM - 6.00 PM

* if order is placed before noon.

Panerai is currently shipping to 12 countries in Europe:
- United Kingdom
- Ireland
- France
- Belgium
- Luxembourg
- Netherlands
- Finland
- Germany
- Austria
- Spain
- Portugal
- Italy

For orders placed in Switzerland, shipping is limited within the country only.

We do not ship to certain addresses, such as military, certain restricted areas, pick-up points or PO boxes.

Boutique pick-up is offered only in certain locations:

Boutique Faubourg Saint-Honoré - Paris FR
Boutique Paix - Paris FR
Boutique New Bond Street - London UK
Boutique Maximilianstrasse - Munich DE

You have 20 days to collect your order in the selected boutique otherwise the order will be cancelled.

Once your order is shipped, you will automatically receive a tracking number via email.

No, orders delivered within the European Union will not be charged by customs.

No, same-day delivery is not offered at this time. Please refer to our Condition of Sales for more information on delivery options.

Yes, all our orders are shipped beautifully wrapped, and may include a gift message of your choosing.

Yes, your package is insured during transit until arrival at your designated delivery address. A signature is required upon receipt.

All orders above 10,000 EUR and some orders below this value will require an ID check from the recipient specified on the shipping label. For more information, please contact our Client Relations Centre on +44 20 71940260.

Free exchanges are available for all orders within 14 days of receipt. For more information, please contact the Panerai Client Relations Centre on +44 20 71940260. Our ambassador will proceed with the exchange request and organise the return of the original piece. All exchanges are subject to a quality control once they have been received by our warehouse. The new product will be shipped if the returned item passes the quality control.

Free returns are available for all orders within 14 days of receipt. For more information, please contact the Panerai Client Relations Centre on +44 20 71940260. Our ambassador will organise the return of the piece. All returns are subject to a quality control once they have been received by our warehouse. Refunds will be issued only if the returned item passes the quality control.

Yes, only orders that were shipped using Boutique Pick-Up delivery can be returned in stores.
You will only be entitled to receive boutique merchandise credit*. No cash or card refunds will be issued.

*Boutique merchandise credits can be used in all Panerai boutiques in the delivery country only.

No, return shipping is offered free of charge.

All refunds will be processed within 14 days after receipt of the returned item by the Panerai e-boutique distribution center.

Once your parcel has been collected, you may track your return via the tracking number provided by the Carrier. In order to do this, you must insert the return tracking number in the Carrier website. We advise you to keep your receipt until you receive return confirmation by email.

For high value orders, specific transport may need to be organised. In this case, please contact our Client Relations Centre on +44 20 71940260 for more information on the tracking of your return.

Yes, if you have received an item as a gift and wish to return or exchange it, please contact the Client Relations Centre on +44 20 71940260.

Yes, all Panerai orders are shipped beautifully wrapped.

Yes, you may include a personalised gift message in your order.

No, our e-Boutique does not offer gift vouchers at this time.

No, our e-Boutique is not offering strap exchange at this time.

No, our e-Boutique is not offering strap adjustment at this time.

Panerai watches are available for purchase via the e-Boutique website or on +44 20 71940260, as well as in our Boutique locations which can be found here. 

Our e-Boutique concierge service is available by telephone +44 20 71940260, email concierge.europe@panerai.com, and chat.

The price of most Panerai creations is displayed on our website, except for unique pieces, high luxury and high-complication watches. Please contact the e-Boutique on +44 20 71940260 for further details.

Yes, Panerai watches carry a two-year warranty from the date of purchase.

Your Panerai is guaranteed against all manufacturing defects for a period of 24 months starting from the date of purchase, provided that the warranty card is signed by an authorized dealer. 

This warranty does not cover wear and tear, or damage caused by inappropriate handling. All repairs or servicing work carried out by third parties not authorized by Panerai would automatically invalidate your warranty.

Register your timepiece, join Pam.Guard and extend your International Limited Warranty for up to 8 years.

The Pam.Guard extended international limited warranty is available for all Panerai watches purchased within the past two years. Some restrictions apply.

For further details please consult the Int. Ltd. Warranty section.

Yes, only Panerai Manufacture can release an official Certificate of Authenticity for your timepiece. You can drop off your timepiece to any Panerai Boutique, authorized retailer or via complimentary shipping kit and request the Certificate of Authenticity. The Timepiece will be then sent to the Manufacture in Neuchâtel. A thorough examination performed by one of our specialist watchmakers can either confirm or refute the authenticity of your timepiece. It takes 6 to 8 weeks and costs approximately 350 euros for Timepieces produced since 1997.

If a close examination reveals that parts of the timepiece are not genuine, Panerai reserves the right to refuse to issue a certificate for such timepiece.

Yes, please contact the Boutique of your choice directly by clicking here or contact our Concierge service at concierge.europe@panerai.com or on +44 20 71940260 to arrange an appointment.

Yes, we offer repair and/or restoration services for our creations. A physical inspection of the piece will be completed by our watchmakers, and a repair estimate will be issued for your approval prior to service.

To have your creation serviced or repaired, kindly visit your closest authorised retailer or Boutique by clicking here, or drop-off directly at an authorised repair centre or contact the concierge service on +44 20 71940260 or at concierge.europe@panerai.com.

As each service request is considered independently, you will be informed of the estimated repair time once your Panerai has been physically examined.
As a reference, a complete service usualy takes between 4 and 8 weeks.

To track the status of your repair, kindly contact the Boutique or authorised retailer where you submitted your creation for service. You may also contact our Concierge Service on +44 20 71940260 with your repair number. 

A simple self-winding mechanical movement has more than a hundred pieces working together 24 hours a day. These components require regular, though not frequent, attention. As with a car engine, certain parts simply need to be cleaned and re-lubricated to ensure they do not wear down, potentially necessitating more serious repair work in the future.

Like any high-precision instrument, a watch need regular servicing to ensure that it keeps functioning perfectly. The service interval can vary depending on the owner’s habits, the climate and the type of use. The water resistance cannot be guaranteed permanently. It may be affected by the ageing of gaskets or by an accidental shock on components ensuring the water resistance. We recommend to have it checked every 2 to 3 years or every year if the watch is used for water activities.

We recommend maintenance every 2-3 years with a complete service every 4-5 years. For further details, kindly contact the Concierge Service on +44 20 71940260.

Our prices are based on the level of complexity of the movement, the amount of time necessary for the watchmaker to do the service and the spare parts involved. Please contact our concierge or your Panerai boutique to have the service prices regarding your specific model.

Leather is a natural material and susceptible to premature wear when in contact with water, or prolonged exposure to the sun.It is also recommended to take off the watch at night so the leather can breathe. All smooth leather types, can be gently cleaned with a wet cloth. Please note that leather straps are not guaranteed and regular replacement is advised depending on wear.

To have your strap or bracelet exchanged or cleaned, kindly visit your closest authorised retailer or Boutique. To purchase a new strap or bracelet, we invite you to contact the e-Boutique on +44 20 71940260 or at concierge.europe@panerai.com or visit your nearest authorised retailer or Boutique.

Your timepiece is a high-precision instrument and the greatest care has been taken in its design and production. Composed of numerous components, oils, and lubricants, it deserves the greatest attention to ensure that it continues to work perfectly for many years to come. 

The watch will be given to the closest Richemont Service Centre where our Panerai watchmakers will take care of it. After registration, a detailed diagnosis will be made in order to evaluate the condition of the watch and define which new parts or service it requires. For specific services or products, the maintenance work can only be carried out in our manufacture in Switzerland. You can find more information in the service section.

Yes, to have the case or bracelet of your watch polished, we invite you to visit your closest authorized retailer or Boutique. 

To report potentially counterfeit goods or stolen Panerai watches, we invite you to contact our Concierge Service on +44 20 71940260 or at concierge.europe@panerai.com.

Panerai is committed to creating a sustainable future for business, society and the environment. To discover our Corporate Social Responsibility policy, kindly visit the Sustainability section of our website by clicking here.

It is part of the brand's history to provide a high luminosity even under water. Tritium was the first material used in the Panerai watches but it is no more authorized. We use now Super LumiNova grade A material for all dials and hands of our watches. The SLN material takes its luminescence from daylight or any artificial source of light. The watch should therefore be exposed to bright light in order to provide a glow in the dark. The luminescence decreases with hours but it is restored as soon as the watch is exposed again.

The majority of watches (without a chronometer certificate) have an average precision tolerance ofbetween -5/+10 seconds per day in all positions. However, each caliber has its own specifications which are detailed in the user booklet.

A chronograph is a watch with hands that display hours, minutes, and seconds together with a mechanism for measuring elapsed time by means of a central chronograph hand, which records seconds, and totalizers for the minutes and hours (not mandatory).
A chronometer is a watch whose movement has obtained an official rate certificate from the COSC (Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute) after having passed precision tests in different positions and at different temperatures over a 15-day period.

The difference between these two movements is the way in which the watch is wound up to give it energy. Manual-winding watches must be wound by hand at a regular frequence depending on their power reserve (3 to 8 days for Panerai watches). Self-winding watches are wound by an internal rotor which responds to wrist movements. Self-winding watches usually have a power reserve of at least 40 hours and therefore have suffiient energy reserves to maintain a stable rate when the watch is not being worn.

The time is set by pulling the crown to the time setting positions. The stem has different positions possible depending on the functions of your watch (chronograph, flyback...). You can find information about its functions or how to make small adjustments in the product manual.

From January 1st  2021, the UK will leave the European Union and its customs union. We are working with our delivery partners to ensure the least inconvenience for our clients.

Most products are available for purchase online. Exotic leather straps though (alligator straps) won't be available for purchase and shipping to the UK. Watches containing exotic leather straps instead will be delivered within 3 weeks from the order date. For any further information please contact the Panerai Concierge.

The trade of exotic leather products is regulated by the CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) and such products require special certification for export. The issuing time for a CITES certificate is of minimum 9 weeks. If you would like to read more on the CITES and what products require a CITES certificate, please visit the organization official website following this link: https://cites.org/eng

All delivery options detailed in the category SHIPPING AND DELIVERY remain available. Please note that due to the newly introduced customs checks, your order might be delayed.

You can quickly Report your lost or stolen watch by adding it to a worldwide register used by police, the watch industry and the pre-owned market. 

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We’ve extended our usual limit for returns just for the festive season. Any gift bought between 15th November 2023 and 31st December 2023 can be returned or exchanged up until 15th January 2024, if it’s unwanted or unsuitable.

All other terms and conditions apply.

All orders placed by 18^th December 2023, 11 am CET will be shipped for delivery before 25^th December. Please note that delays in bank transfer payments can affect shipping times.

Orders shipped to the UK containing alligator straps are excluded due to CITES clearance times.

*Please note that these delivery dates are for readily available pieces. Custom and other special orders may take longer to process and ship. While our carriers are delivering with a reliability rate of 90%, delays may occur when placing orders close to these advised dates.

Should you have any questions regarding delivery, please contact the Concierge who would be delighted to assist you.