Can I use a gift card for online purchases?

Yes. Your Visa Gift Card is intended for use anywhere Visa cards are accepted. To make an online or phone purchase, you will need to register your card. You can do this by either calling the provider, or by visiting their website.

How do you pay online with a gift card?

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 use a gift card when shopping online?

If you have a Mastercard or Visa gift card, you can use it just like you would a regular payment card. When you get to the checkout, just type the gift card number, expiration date and Card Verification Number (CVN) into the debit and credit card section of the payment screen.

Do Visa gift cards work for online purchases?

You simply type the gift card or egift card number into the website's shopping cart and complete the transaction. Whether the gift card is plastic or electronic, using it online is especially easy if you have a store gift card, also known as a closed loop gift card.

Why is my Visa gift card being declined Online?

There are a number of possible reasons why a purchase could be declined: 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.

Can you use a Visa gift card for online purchases?

What websites can you use Visa gift cards on?

Typical options include credit or debit card, gift card, or PayPal. Enter in your Visa gift card information under 'Credit or Debit card'. This is because your Visa gift card is a pre-paid card that can be used anywhere Visa is accepted, not a gift card specific to that retailer. Check out!

How do I register a gift card for online purchases?

To register your card for online use, locate the issuer's 800 number or web address. You'll find this information on the back of the Visa card or in a leaflet that comes with the card. Call the telephone number or access the website to get started.

What name do I put for a visa gift card?

Use Real Name and Current Address. When registering the gift card, enter your first and last name, just as you would on a credit card.

How do I activate a Visa gift card online?

Activating Your Card Online. Visit the activation link listed on the sticker on front of your card. If you don't feel like making a phone call, you can usually activate your gift card online. There should be an activation link listed either on back of your card or on the sticker on the front of your card.

Where are Visa prepaid gift cards accepted?

Visa PREPAID CARDS

A prepaid Visa can be spent in any of the 25 million stores worldwide and online – wherever Visa is accepted. They are a great alternative to cash and cheques and preferred over store cards. Prepaid Visa cards are uniquely designed and can be customised.

Can Visa gift cards be used anywhere?

Yes. Because a Visa Gift Card functions like a credit card, it can be used anywhere that Visa cards are accepted, including online purchases — though it will likely need to be registered online or by phone, prior to use.

Where is the CVV on a Visa gift card?

Visa, MasterCard and Discover cards have a three-digit CVV printed on the back of the card, usually next to the signature panel.

Why is Amazon not letting me use my gift card?

If you're having problems to redeem your gift card, visit Redeem a Gift Card. Also, check the Amazon Gift Card Terms and Conditions to make sure your that your order meets the rules and restrictions for paying with a gift card. Amazon.com Gift Cards can only be used on Amazon.com.

Do Visa gift cards have fees?

Yes; the fee is based on the gift card's value. Gift card values from $10.00 to $74.99 have a $2.95 fee. Gift card values from $75.00 to $149.99 have a $3.95 fee. Gift card values from $150 to $249.99 have a $4.95 fee.

Do Visa gift cards need to be activated?

When you purchase a prepaid Visa card, or if you receive the prepaid Visa as a gift, you will be required to register the card before you can use it for any transactions. Registration of the card is generally referred to as “activating” the card.

Does Amazon take Visa gift cards?

Amazon.com lets you use prepaid cards for the majority of purchases, but certain restrictions apply. The following restrictions apply to prepaid Visa, MasterCard, and American Express cards: They can't be combined with credit cards on a single order.

How does a Visa gift card work?

A Visa gift card is a non-reloadable, prepaid debit card. Once it's activated, the card works just like cash. The cardholder can use it to shop or make a one-time bill payment anywhere that accepts Visa for as long as a balance remains. The gift cards are available at banks and retail stores.

Can you use Visa gift cards on PayPal?

Yes. Anywhere in the U.S. where PayPal is accepted you can use prepaid gift cards that have a Visa®, MasterCard®, American Express®, or Discover® logo on it.

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Can I deposit Visa gift cards into my bank account?

Can you put a Visa gift card in your bank account? You can deposit a gift card to your bank account, although not directly. Visa gift cards are treated like Visa credit cards, meaning the balance isn't transferable to an account.

Can a 14 year old buy a visa gift card?

No, you must be 18 or older to get one. Debit cards may work if you are fourteen, but the money is usually transferred from your parents' bank account.

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Where is the 4 digit PIN on a Visa gift card?

The PIN, or personal identification number, is typically located on the back of a physical card or in the same email that discloses the electronic gift card number.