Is a scanned copy of receipt valid?

Scanned receipts are acceptable as long as they meet the same requirements for paper receipts. You should also have it saved in a format that allows you to print your receipts in case the IRS asks for a hard copy.

Will stores accept a picture of a receipt?

They would not accept photocopies (or digital pictures) because there was no way to validate them. Many stores now keep a complete record of every sale in a database. Those stores don’t need an original receipt. They can simply look up the number from your photo of the receipt and validate it.

Can you return items with a scanned receipt?

It is not a matter of legal or illegal. It is a matter of store policy. Any retailer with at least half a brain will never take a scanned store receipt as your proof of purchase for a return.

Does the IRS accept scanned documents?

Yes, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has been accepting digitized or scanned versions of paper documents since 1997 in lieu of paper documents. The digitized or scanned versions of a paper document must resemble the paper version. No alterations should be made to the digital document.

Do I have to keep physical receipts?

The answer is YES! The good news is that for most types of sales and expenses, a scanned copy of the invoice or receipt is acceptable. You’re allowed to keep your records on paper, digitally or as part of a software package. The main thing is that records are accurate, complete and readable.

Does Walmart accept digital receipts?

Your eReceipt is a digital copy of your Walmart in-store purchase receipt. Walmart eReceipts are available for Walmart in-store purchases only. Was this answer helpful?

Is it illegal to take a picture of someone’s receipt?

No (except for the credit card and some personal info). The tip, meal, and payment is a business transaction that is not confidential. Nor is the person’s name.

What if you lost your Target receipt?

If you don’t have the proof of purchase (examples include receipts, digital barcodes, packing slips), you may receive a refund in the form of a merchandise return card. You can also print your receipt on your order details page or use a digital barcode found within the Target app or your Target account.

Should you shred old receipts?

Most experts suggest that you can shred many other documents sooner than seven years. After paying credit card or utility bills, shred them immediately. Also, shred sales receipts, unless related to warranties, taxes, or insurance.

Are scanned receipts acceptable?

The rule that supports scanned receipts is called Revenue Proclamation 97-22. The rule states that scanned receipts are acceptable as long as they are identical to the originals and contain all of the accurate information that are included in the original receipts.

Can I bring a printout of a receipt to the service desk?

Upon my arrival, I presented the rep at the service desk with my printed copy of the receipt and explained that it was a printout of my digital copy since I store everything electronically. In theory, this shouldn’t be a problem because their receipts all have bar codes that can be scanned (or manually entered) to pull up the transaction.

Do I need to keep a hard copy of my receipts?

Specifically, you must be able to index, store, preserve, retrieve and reproduce the records. This means that you should be able to produce a hard copy if requested by the IRS. I would strongly suggest to move forward with only retaining scanned receipts as it saves space and conserves paper.

How do I get a copy of my purchase receipt?

Apparently you can (or could back then) call this number with your store location, date of purchase, and credit/debit card number and they’ll look up your receipt and fax you a copy. Hopefully a fax from the mothership will be acceptable at the return desk.