Why won't my Walmart Visa Gift Card work?

The most common reasons are that the card hasn't been activated, the cashier is running the wrong type of transaction, the dollar amount being charged is greater than the card's balance or the credit card processing machine is bumping up the charge amount to either place a hold on the card or to allow for a gratuity.

Why is my Walmart Visa Gift Card not working?

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.

Why is my Visa gift card being declined even though I have money?

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.

Why can't I use a Visa gift card online?

The most important thing you need to know is that your Visa gift card number must be entered into the Debit/Credit card field during online checkout. This can be confusing because it's a “gift card,” but when the shopping cart says, “gift card,” it is referring to store gift cards only.

Why is my prepaid Visa not working?

The most common reasons are that the card hasn't been activated, the cashier is running the wrong type of transaction, the dollar amount being charged is greater than the card's balance or the credit card processing machine is bumping up the charge amount to either place a hold on the card or to allow for a gratuity.

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How do I activate my Walmart gift card?

How do I use a Walmart Visa gift card online?

Simply allow the cashier to swipe or scan your gift card or do it yourself at the self-checkout. Alternatively, customers can pay for merchandise online at Walmart.com with a Visa gift card by entering in the 16-digit card number and security number when requested just like a normal debit or credit card.

Do Visa gift cards require activation?

Many Visa Gift cards are activated upon purchase and ready to use. However, if yours requires activation, you'll typically see a sticker with instructions and a toll-free phone number.

How long does it take for a Visa gift card to activate?

After you activate the gift card, it should be ready to use. I have seen some cases where a gift card issuer imposes a waiting period after purchase, meaning the gift card may not be usable for up to 24-48 hours even though it has been activated.

How do I activate a visa gift card?

Your Visa gift card will have a customer service number listed on the back of the card. Call this number and follow the necessary button prompts to activate it. You will likely need to verify your card over the phone by entering your card's account number and creating a PIN before using your card.

How do I activate my prepaid Visa card?

How do you use a Visa gift card for online purchases?

How do I use my Visa 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.

Where is the pin on a Visa gift card?

The 4 digit PIN number can be found on the back of the Gift Card underneath the scratch off panel or printed on the E-Gift Card.

Why does my Walmart gift card say invalid card number?

Why Does My Walmart Visa Gift Card Say Invalid? Your Walmart Visa Gift Card may read as invalid if the card is not activated, the merchant is running a wrong transaction, or the dollar amount charged is higher than the card balance.

How do I activate a gift card for myself?

Take the gift card to the cashier and say the amount that you want to load onto the card if it doesn't have a set amount specified. The cashier will load and activate the gift card as you purchase it. If you have any questions about the terms and conditions, or the expiry date of the gift card, ask the cashier.

Can a Walmart Visa Gift Card be used anywhere?

Use your Walmart Visa Gift Card everywhere Visa debit cards are accepted in the fifty (50) states of the United States and the District of Columbia, excluding Puerto Rico and the other United States territories.

How do you use a 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.

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.

Why is my debit card declined when I have money online?

Bank Detects Suspicious Activity

If a bank thinks that thieves compromise your account, it will shut down access to your account by declining charges. A high number of transactions in a day or purchases made online or internationally can trigger this action. You'll have to contact your bank to get things approved.

How do Visa gift cards 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 I use a prepaid Visa card for online purchases?

Most prepaid cards have a network logo (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover) and can be used anywhere that brand is accepted. Some examples include grocery stores, department stores, gas stations, hotels, and for online shopping. Prepaid cards can also usually be used for purchases over the phone.

Where is the CVV on a Visa card?

Where to find your CVV or security code. On Visa^® and Mastercard^® credit cards the CVV is located on the back of your card, next to the signature box.