How to Cancel Sam's Club (2026)
Quick answer
Sam's Club memberships auto-renew yearly. You can cancel anytime by phone (1-888-746-7726) or at a club's Member Services desk. Under the 100% Membership Satisfaction Guarantee, Sam's Club will refund your current-year membership fee if you're unsatisfied. Important: canceling through your online account alone does NOT qualify you for the fee refund — call or visit a club to get the refund.
Ways to cancel Sam's Club at a glance
| Method | Available? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Phone (recommended for refund) | ✓ Yes | 3 steps |
| In Club (Member Services desk) | ✓ Yes | 2 steps |
| Online (account settings) | ✓ Yes | 2 steps |
How to cancel Sam's Club, step by step
Phone (recommended for refund)
- 1Call Member ServicesDial 1-888-746-7726 and tell the representative you want to cancel your membership and request a refund under the 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.
- 2Verify your accountProvide your membership number, name, and the email/phone on file so they can locate your account.
- 3Confirm the refund methodWhen you cancel by phone, the refund is issued as a Sam's eGift Card (usable at Sam's Club, SamsClub.com, Walmart, and Walmart.com), not back to your original card.
In Club (Member Services desk)
- 1Visit any Sam's ClubGo to the Member Services desk at the front of any Sam's Club location.
- 2Request cancellation + refundAsk to cancel your membership and request a refund of your current-year fee under the Membership Satisfaction Guarantee. Bring your membership card or ID.
Online (account settings)
- 1Sign in to SamsClub.comLog in and open your Membership / account settings.
- 2Turn off auto-renew or cancelYou can stop auto-renewal or cancel here, but note: canceling through your online account alone does NOT make you eligible for the membership-fee refund. Call or visit a club to get the refund.
⏰ Deadline
Cancel anytime before your renewal date to stop the next auto-renewal charge. The satisfaction-guarantee refund of the current-year fee is available at any time you're unsatisfied.
💵 Fees
No cancellation fee. Membership auto-renews annually unless canceled.
↩️ Refunds
100% Membership Satisfaction Guarantee: if you're unsatisfied, Sam's Club will cancel your membership and refund the amount paid for your current-year membership fee. Refunds requested by phone are issued as a Sam's eGift Card; in-club requests may be refunded at the desk. Limit one Plus Membership cancellation per household/business per year. The guarantee does not apply to memberships under the Sponsored Membership Program. Canceling via your online account alone forfeits the fee refund.
Sam's Club cancellation — FAQ
Can I get my membership fee back?
Yes. Under the 100% Membership Satisfaction Guarantee, Sam's Club refunds your current-year fee if you're unsatisfied. Cancel by phone (1-888-746-7726) or at a club's Member Services desk — not through online account settings alone, which forfeits the refund.
How is the refund paid?
If you cancel by phone, the refund is issued as a Sam's eGift Card usable at Sam's Club, SamsClub.com, Walmart, and Walmart.com. Refunds handled at a club's Member Services desk may be returned at the desk.
Will my membership keep renewing if I do nothing?
Yes. Sam's Club memberships auto-renew annually. To stop future charges you must cancel or turn off auto-renew before the renewal date.
Sources
This guide is independently written and not affiliated with Sam's Club. Cancellation terms can change at any time — always confirm the current policy on the official website before cancelling.