Paying with Klarna

Frequently asked questions

With Klarna, you have the choice to either pay later or purchase in instalments. Keep reading to find out more.


Who is Klarna?

Klarna is a payments service that helps you buy the things you want or need. Right now, over 100 million people worldwide use Klarna at over 200,000 online stores.

How does Pay later in 30 days work?

Pay later in 30 days is a credit product which lets you pay any time within 30 days of your purchase without interest or fees. You can make this payment using a credit or debit card on the Klarna app or logging into www.klarna/com/uk. Klarna will send you a confirmation email once your order is confirmed with full details. You can see both past and future payments using the Klarna app.

How does Pay in 3 instalments work?

Klarna’s Pay in 3 instalments is a credit product that lets you spread the cost of your purchases over 3 equal payments. Klarna will take the payments from your debit or credit card directly so you don't have to worry about missing a payment. Klarna will take the first payment when you make the purchase, the second 30 days later and the final payment 60 days from your purchase date. You can see your past and future payments at any time using the Klarna app.

Am I eligible for using Klarna as a payment option?

You need to be at least 18 years old and a UK resident to use Klarna’s credit products, including Pay later in 30 days and Pay in 3 instalments. When you choose Klarna they will also check the information you provide and your financial situation.

To use Klarna Pay in 3 at Glasses Direct, your order needs to have a minimum value of £30 and a maximum value of £1000. Klarna cannot be used to secure a home trial.

Can I have multiple Pay later or Pay in instalments orders at the same time?

Yes, you can. If you see the option when you go to an online checkout then it is available to you. Every time you use Pay later or Pay in instalments, Klarna will check to see whether you can use the service again for each additional purchase.

What does Klarna consider when reviewing my application?

Klarna offers Pay later in 30 days based on a number of factors such as the purchase amount, previous order history. If you are 18 or over, you can improve your chances of being offered Pay later in 30 days by ensuring you provide your full name, accurate address details and arrange shipping to your registered billing address. All orders are assessed individually. Just because you have been accepted for Pay later in 30 days before does not mean it will be offered for every order. In turn, if your application for Pay later in 30 days is denied, it does not mean it will be denied for future orders.

What do I need to provide when I make a purchase?

If you want to purchase something using Klarna’s Pay later in 30 days, you'll need to share your phone number, email address, current billing address and your credit or debit card details. If Klarna need to talk to you urgently they'll use the phone number you've shared. For any other information Klarna need to share with you, they'll send this to your email address.

Will a credit search take place?

When you use Pay later in 30 days, Klarna will perform a credit search. This means Klarna will look at certain information in your credit report to decide whether to approve your purchase.

How do I make repayments to Klarna?

You can pay any time within 30 days of your purchase without interest or fees. You can make this payment using a credit or debit card on the Klarna app or logging into www.klarna/com/uk. Klarna will send you a confirmation email once your order is confirmed with full details.You can see both past and future payments using the Klarna app.

I have been asked to go to the Klarna site. Is this correct?

If you choose to pay for your order using Pay later in 30 days, Klarna will send you an email showing you how to pay. The email will have a link you can use to make this payment using your credit or debit card.

Can I pay before the due date?

Yes. Just go to the Klarna app or log onto www.klarna/com/uk.

Is my payment information safe?

Payment information is processed securely by Klarna. No card details are transferred to or held by Glasses Direct. All transactions take place through connections secured with the latest industry standard security protocols.

How do I know Klarna has received my payment?

Klarna will notify you by email and push notification when a payment is due and when you have made or missed a payment. You can always check the status of your order and payments in the Klarna app or by logging in at www.klarna/com/uk.

What happens if I don’t pay for my order on time?

Pay later in 30 days is a credit product and you are required to make your payment to Klarna. Klarna may also share information about your missed payments with credit reference agencies. This means you may find it difficult or more expensive to use Klarna or other lenders' credit products in the future. Full details can be found in the Klarna terms and conditions here.

What happens if I don’t pay for my order?

As pay later is a credit product, if you don't pay for your order Klarna may use a debt collection agency. Klarna may also report the missed payment to credit reference agencies. This means you may find it more expensive or difficult to get credit in the future.

I've received a statement, but I've not yet received my goods.

If you have not received your goods please call Glasses Direct to check on your order and delivery status. You can also contact Klarna’s Customer Service so that they can postpone the due date on your payment or put the order on hold in the Klarna app while you wait for the goods to arrive.

What happens if I cancel or return my order?

As soon as Glasses Direct has confirmed with Klarna that your cancelation / return has been accepted, Klarna will cancel any future scheduled payments as well as refund any amounts due. You will see the return in the Klarna app immediately.

I have canceled my order. How long will it take until I receive my refund?

As soon as the store has registered your cancelation or your return, the refund will normally be processed within 5 business days.

I have asked for a refund. How will I be refunded?

Refunds will be issued back to the debit or credit card which was originally used at checkout.

What happens to my statement when I have returned the goods?

Once Glasses Direct has received the return and Klarna have received our confirmation, Klarna shall refund any payments collected and cancel any future scheduled payments. You are always able to monitor the status of your order in the Klarna app.

What happens to my statement when I have returned part of my order?

Once Glasses Direct has received the partial return and Klarna have received our confirmation, an updated statement with an adjusted payment schedule will be sent to you by Klarna. You are always able to monitor the status of your order in the Klarna app.

I haven’t received an email with my statement/payment information.

You can log in the Klarna app or at www.klarna/com/uk, where you will find all of your orders and payment schedule information.

I still have questions regarding payment, how can I get in touch?

Visit Klarna app Klarna’s Customer Service page for a full list of FAQs, live chat and telephone options.

Klarna's Pay in 3 / Pay in 30 days are unregulated credit agreements. Borrowing more than you can afford or paying late may negatively impact your financial status and ability to obtain credit. 18+, UK residents only. Subject to status. Late fees may apply. T&Cs apply.