How to redeem a Gift Card for Walmart (2024)

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How to redeem a Gift Card for Walmart

How to redeem a Gift Card for Walmart (1)

mmoore01

Deal Master

‎10-29-202112:29 PM

This post is for@Jensaves2Htownand anyone who has had issues with Walmart Gift Cards purchased from Ibotta or other savings apps.

Gift Cards always include a bar code that can be scanned at the register. It also has the numbers for the card and a PIN.

If you use self-checkout, you can use the gift card at the register by using the hand-held scanner. Here are the steps to use your gift card:

  1. After scanning all your items, press the total amount on the screen to pay your total.
  2. Press Walmart Gift Card on the screen.
  3. The register will say to scan your card, but instead, use the hand-held scanner and scan the bar code on your gift card.
  4. If you forget Step 2, the register will beep if you try to scan your gift card.
  5. If you have additional gift cards and you still owe money, you can go back to Step 2 for each gift card.
  6. When the full amount is paid at the register, you should get a receipt. Any remainder on your last gift card will still be there for your next purchase.
  7. If you still owe money but don't have any more gift cards, use cash, credit or debit to pay the remaining amount.

You can also use your gift cards at the regular registers with cashiers. When it is time to pay, tell the cashier that you are using a gift card. If they don't know how to do this, mention Shopping Card. They can use the hand-held scanner to scan your gift card bar code..

If you use Walmart Pickup & Delivery, Walmart does not allow you to use gift cards. However, you can use the gift cards for Walmart.com orders.

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Edawn24

Rewards Guide

‎10-29-202112:46 PM

I’ll add, the last time I used a cashier and mentioned the shop card thing it still wouldn’t work…another employee came over and said the cashier also has to hit “enter” after. 🙂

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Jensaves2Htown

Core Shopper

‎10-29-202101:09 PM

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!! The struggle has been real. I am adding this advice to my notes. I will let you know next time I shop if I am successful.

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Saipan

Deal Expert

‎10-29-202109:03 PM

An extra step, and not really convenient for single use gift cards, but I always add them to WMPay. Note, I manually key my receipts for ibotta most of the time. Helps keep my mind fresh.

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Jensaves2Htown

Core Shopper

‎11-02-202102:41 PM

@Saipan How exactly do you manually enter receipts to Ibotta?

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Saipan

Deal Expert

‎11-02-202102:53 PM

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Jensaves2Htown

Core Shopper

‎11-02-202105:39 PM

@Saipan Thank you. I think, I have used that function before when submitting receipt to Ibotta.

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Jensaves2Htown

Core Shopper

‎11-03-202105:19 PM

@mmoore01 Thanks to you, I was able to pay at Walmart sco for my total paying with my Ibotta earnings using my phone and Ibotta gift card. I bought batteries separate and was able to scan each gift card from Shopkicks. Thanks for helping learn how to use these benefits. These changes will help me save more, as well as, hopefully, avoid reporting to IRS.

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Lollykins

Skilled Saver

‎11-04-202106:35 AM

Youcan use gift cards with Pickup & Delivery if you add them to WM pay. I don't have Ibotta linked to WM, so I only buy staples with no rebate via pickup. I just add my e-giftcards from SK into WM pay wallet, then tell the app to use my GCs first when paying for my order.

It means my rebate money flows right back into my overall grocery spend. I used to do Amazon GCs on SK, but hubby got a little too comfortable with all that "free" money sitting on the account. We had Amazon boxes showing up every day! 🤣🤣🤣

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mmoore01

Deal Master

‎11-04-202109:27 AM

Glad to see that Walmart now allows gift cards for Walmart Pickup & Delivery. When it first came out, you couldn't use gift cards. I can only assume it changed when the app was updated last month.

How to redeem a Gift Card for Walmart (12)

How to redeem a Gift Card for Walmart (2024)

FAQs

Why won t Walmart accept my gift card? ›

If your Card is declined, you should check your balance either at www.walmartgift.com or by calling us at 1-866-633-9096. If you have sufficient funds remaining on your Card, please consider that the merchant may be adding a tip or some other amount to the transaction total.

How do I redeem a gift card? ›

Put the gift code in the space created for it, then put in the amount of the item you want to buy. After that, you click redeem. You can use this method for stores or apps that operate online. A few stores with an app that enable online usage of gift cards include Spar, Shoprite, Google Play Store, iTunes, etc.

How do I redeem my Walmart card online? ›

First, find a product and add it to your cart. When you are about to check out, you will see the option to pay with a Walmart Gift Card. Click on “Use a Walmart Gift Card” and enter your relevant details (card number and PIN). It will automatically add your card balance to the order total.

What is the 16 digit code on a Walmart Gift Card? ›

Your Card number is the 16 digit number located on the front of your Card. Where can I find the Security Code for my Gift Card? Your Security Code is the three digit number located on the signature panel on the back of your Card.

How do I activate my Walmart Gift Card? ›

Visit WalmartMoneyCard.com/activate or select Activate your card in the Walmart MoneyCard app or call (866) 946-2510. 3. Start using your card upon successful activation.

What causes a gift card not to work? ›

You don't have enough money left on your card. You haven't activated or registered your card. The address you gave to make an online or phone purchase is different from the address you have on file with your prepaid card provider.

Do you need to activate Walmart gift card? ›

Activating a Walmart Gift Card Online

Your Walmart gift card will activate automatically once you submit the code. If it's good to go, you can use it for both online and in-store purchases in all Walmart and Sam's Club locations (including gas stations) and on Vudu.

Why did my gift card declined? ›

Your card may be declined for a number of reasons: the card has expired; you're over your credit limit; the card issuer sees suspicious activity that could be a sign of fraud; or a hotel, rental car company, or other business placed a block (or hold) on your card for its estimated total of your bill.

When can I redeem my gift card? ›

Giftcards never expire, so you can use them at any time.

How do I activate my gift card? ›

Follow the URL on the front of the card and enter the card's ID number, activation code, or PIN. If the card was emailed, use that activation code instead. Activate the gift card by phone instead. Find the activation sticker on the front, call the number provided, and follow automated prompts to complete the process.

Can I redeem a gift card for cash at Walmart? ›

Walmart does not allow you to exchange or redeem your Walmart gift card for cash. However, you can exchange your Walmart gift card with cash or another gift card at various third-party websites.

How can I redeem my card online? ›

You can redeem your gift card online if the issuer has an online store.
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The issuer's online store
  1. Log in to the site or app you want to redeem from.
  2. Go to the redeem gift card option.
  3. Put in the gift card code in the appropriate field.
  4. Fill in the total cost of the items you want to purchase.
  5. Choose the redeem option.
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How do I use my Walmart gift card at self checkout? ›

Yes, Walmart gift cards are accepted at the self check out. Just tap the "Walmart Gift Card" option after you tap "Checkout". Swipe the card in the machine, scan the bar code from the Gift Card, and the system should accept your card.

How do I use my Walmart card immediately? ›

Instant use

Once you're approved for the Walmart credit card, you won't have to wait a week or longer for your card to arrive in the mail before you can start earning rewards. This is an instant-use credit card, so you'll get an instant card number via the Walmart app that can be used immediately.

Where is a gift card number or code? ›

On some cards, this number is printed above a magnetic stripe and will contain exactly 16 digits. On other cards, this number may be as many as 30 digits and will be printed below a barcode.

What number is the PIN on a gift card? ›

The assigned PIN number is the last four digits of the card number.

What is the gift card code number? ›

Gift card codes are 16 digit alphanumeric codes that are used as payment methods when a user redeems a gift card.

How do I activate my gift card without a cashier? ›

Can a gift card only be activated by cashiers? purchased, so they don't need to be activated by the recipient. However, some do need to be activated by the recipient before they can be used. You can activate a gift card by calling the merchant or accessing the provided URL and inputting the correct activation numbers.

How can I check my gift card balance? ›

Start by looking at the back of your gift card. Typically, you'll find a toll-free number you can call to discover your balance. Or you can check your balance by visiting the card issuer's site and entering your card's 16-digit number and security code.

How do I find out the balance on a Walmart gift card? ›

Check your balance 24 hours a day at any Walmart register, www.walmartgift.com or by calling 1-866-633-9096. Secure: With Visa Zero Liability policy* protection, your unused balance is protected if your registered Card is ever lost or stolen.

Can you use a gift card without the PIN? ›

The card does not come with a preset PIN, so you will need to set one prior to making the purchase for the debit option to work. Even though my name is not embossed on the card, can I still use it? Yes, just make sure you sign the back of the card.

How do I know if my gift card is still working? ›

You can usually check the back of your gift card to see when it will expire. This will display the date when your gift card can no longer be used. If you cannot see this, you can call up the customer service number on the back of your gift card and ask.

How much money in gift cards doesn t get used? ›

At the one year mark, just under 80% of cards are redeemed — and as time passes, they are less and less likely to see the light of day. At any given time, 10% to 19% of gift card balances remain unredeemed — and around 6% of gift cards are never even used.

Do I need to activate my gift card before using it? ›

Most Gift Cards come ready to use. If activating your Gift Card is required for use, then it will come with instructions for how to do this. We also recommend that you sign your name on the back of the Gift Card, and that you record the following information in case it's ever lost or stolen: Gift Card number.

Are gift cards activated at self checkout Walmart? ›

In order to use a gift card, you have to take it to the cashier and give them the amount of money you want to put on the card. Then the cashier will activate it. Until you pay the cashier to activate the card, it is worthless and you cannot buy anything with it.

What does it mean when a gift card is blocked? ›

Sometimes, a customer will attempt to use a gift card for a purchase and then abandon the transaction. This can result in a locked gift card, making it unable to be used for another transaction. There may also be times where a gift certificate has to be voided or disabled.

What is a declining balance gift card? ›

A Declining Balance Card (sometimes referred to as a Controlled Value Card) is related to a P-Card, but spend limits do not refresh each month.

How long does it take for a prepaid card to activate? ›

Most cards are activated instantly, but certain prepaid Mastercards may take 24–48 hours to be activated. If you encounter any hiccup during the process, you can reach out to the customer support number provided on the card's packaging.

Can I redeem gift cards for cash? ›

You can easily turn gift cards into cash (or more desirable gift cards) through reputable sites like Raise and CardCash. The site you choose will depend on the ease of sale and the type of gift card you have. You won't get full value for it, but that's still better than letting a gift card go unused.

What happens if I redeem a gift card? ›

To redeem a gift card means to use it to purchase something from a retail outlet or business' physical store, online store or to sell it.

Does gift cards Cannot be redeemed for cash or credit? ›

Gift Cards cannot be used to purchase other gift cards. Gift Cards cannot be reloaded, resold, transferred for value or redeemed for cash.

How do you turn a gift card into cash at a store? ›

Go to a Gift Card Exchange kiosk to trade your card for cash. A Gift Card Exchange kiosk is usually bright yellow and located in a grocery store. Insert the card information into the kiosk and then choose to accept or reject the offer the kiosk gives you.

What app can I turn my Walmart gift card into cash? ›

Gameflip is the simplest way to sell unwanted Walmart gift cards for cash. You can sell any unused, prepaid and non-reloadable gift cards on Gameflip. Popular gift cards on Gameflip are Steam cards, PSN, Xbox Live, Amazon, iTunes, and Google Play cards.

Which app is redeem gift card? ›

GiftCardsToNaira : The best app to redeem, sell or trade gift cards for instant cash (Nigeria Naira or Ghanaian Cedis). Selling your gift card is easy and fast.

How do I create a redeem code? ›

Tutorial: How to create a promotion to Redeem Codes Follow
  1. General description.
  2. How is the participation flow of the user.
  3. Create the promotion.
  4. Upload and configure the codes.
  5. Customize the design and finish the settings.
  6. Manage the active promotion.
  7. Manage prizes and publish the winners.
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Where can I redeem gift cards for cash? ›

Where to Sell Gift Cards Near You
  • Gift Card Bin Store Locator.
  • Google Maps.
  • Target.
  • ClipKard.
  • GiftCash.
  • Raise.
  • CardCash.
  • GameFlip.

Can you manually enter gift card at Walmart? ›

You can no longer manually enter your credit/debit/EBT card at Walmart. They have changed the registers and debit/credit card readers to no longer allow manual entry. It will now only read the card if swiped or inserted. It doesn't matter what kind of card it is now, manual entry will not go through.

How do I get a barcode for my Walmart gift card? ›

Tap on Save Card. Go to the Services tab, and tap on Walmart Pay. Ask the cashier to select the Walmart Pay button on their cash register. Locate the QR code on the cashier's screen and scan with your camera.

Can I buy a Walmart gift card online and use it in store? ›

Can You Use a Walmart eGift Card in Stores? You can use an eGift card to shop at Walmart stores. All you need to do is print out the eGift card or show it to the cashier on your mobile device. If you wish to shop at Sam's Club stores, you can do it with an eGift card by showing it to the cashier on your mobile device.

Can I enter my card manually at Walmart self-checkout? ›

No, you cannot manually key in a card number. Wal-Mart only allows manual entry by a cashier when the card is present and fails to read. ID is required as is a manager override. Why do people use the self-checkout at Walmart?

Why does my Walmart gift card say invalid? ›

This is most likely due to your gift card code been locked probably because it has been accessed using a bad IP. When checking your Walmart gift card balance, do not use any IP other than the USA and do not use VPN, it can lead to such error, but not in all cases.

Why can't I use my Walmart gift card at self checkout? ›

Can I use a Walmart gift card at the self check out? Yes, Walmart gift cards are accepted at the self check out. Just tap the "Walmart Gift Card" option after you tap "Checkout". Swipe the card in the machine, scan the bar code from the Gift Card, and the system should accept your card.

Why can't I use a Walmart gift card online? ›

You can use a Walmart gift card online if it has a PIN. Otherwise, you cannot.

What are the restrictions on a Walmart gift card? ›

How Much Money Can You Put On a Walmart Gift Card? Walmart gift cards have a value limit—you can put anywhere between $5 to $500 on each card. The user can exhaust the value over multiple transactions or a single one.

Where is the PIN number on a Walmart gift card? ›

A PIN is a Personal Identification Number that is unique to your Walmart Gift Card. It is located on the back of your gift card in the bottom right corner under the silver scratch-off area.

What if Walmart gift card number and PIN do not match? ›

“The gift card number and PIN you entered do not match, Please try again. “ Don't panic. You can call the number on the back of the card for immediate assistance or you wait for 24 hours and try the card again.

Can you activate a gift card at self-checkout? ›

Self-service checkout kiosks have grown in popularity in retail and grocery stores, and they are a convenient option when making a small purchase. Gift cards can be purchased at self-service checkout in some stores, and they will be activated once your payment has been processed and your transaction is complete.

Do gift cards activate at self-checkout Walmart? ›

Yes, Walmart self checkouts will take a gift card. After all your items are scanned just pick that as your payment type and follow the prompts on the screen and the card reader. If you use either your loyalty card or credit/debit card then yes.

Are gift cards activated at checkout? ›

Yes, gift cards can typically be activated at self checkout.

Most major retailers allow customers to activate gift cards at self checkout and should provide instructions for how to do so on the back of the card or on the accompanying receipt.

How to use gift card online? ›

You can use your card for online purchases by entering the card number, expiry date and the 3 digit code (CVV) found on the back of the card. Occasionally websites will ask for the name on the card, in these instances simply insert “Gift Card” in the field provided.

Can you not use gift cards online? ›

Physical gift cards can be used in stores or online, while digital gift cards are designed to be used online or over the phone.

Can you use a Walmart Gift Card to buy cigarettes? ›

This card may not be used to purchase alcohol, tobacco, firearms, ammunition or lottery tickets. Terms, including a mandatory arbitration provision, apply to use of this card. See full terms, which may change without notice, at http://Walmart.com/giftcardterms.

Can I use a Walmart gift card for gas? ›

You can also save money on every gas gallon you buy. Not only can you use your Walmart gift card to fill up the tank, but you can also use it to pay at the pump, making it a convenient choice when you're traveling and don't want to carry cash or credit cards.

Do Walmart gift cards expire? ›

There is no expiration date on your eGift Card. We recommend that you redeem it soon after you receive it, so you don't forget.

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