Nikon Suspends International Warranty

Nikon has released a notice regarding the discontinuation of international warranties for interchangeable lenses and accessories. The notice mentions that the company will no longer provide international warranty for Nikkor interchangeable lenses (F mount and Z mount lenses, mount adapters, etc.) and accessories (Speedlights, etc.), but, will provide instead local warranties specific to the country or region of sale, or shipping destination.

Until recently, Nikon had attached its international warranty to interchangeable lenses and certain accessories. However, with the differences in regional laws and safety standards, it has reportedly become difficult to maintain a single international warranty that is effective around the world. After considering a variety of options, the company has ultimately decided to begin the gradual transition from international warranties to regional warranties for interchangeable lenses and accessories, from January of 2021. If a product has been purchased with an international warranty, the said warranty will remain valid for its full term, regardless of the date of purchase. Similarly, if the product has been purchased with a regional warranty, the said warranty will remain valid for its full term. However, if any repairs have been performed on that product in a country or region not covered by the warranty, the user would be responsible for all repair fees, even if the warranty is still valid. Additionally, some countries and regions may be unable to accept products sold in other countries or regions for repair.