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Gift Cards

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Want to send a gift card using Venmo? Check out this page for some helpful info.

 

Why am I not seeing the option to order a gift card? 

Gift cards are currently available to most of our users, and we are actively working on making them available to everyone. For a smooth experience, make sure your app is on the most up-to-date version of Venmo. 

Please note that we may not be able to offer the ability to send gift cards from time to time. This can be due to security concerns or other factors. 

 

How can I send a gift card? 

Start by heading to the Venmo app. You will be able to see the maximum and minimum for each gift card during the selection process. 

Here’s how to send a gift card:

  1. Tap Pay/Request
  2. Search and select the User you want to send the Gift Card to
  3. Enter the amount of the gift card 
  4. Tap the Gift Icon
  5. Select the type of gift card you want to send and the design
  6. Preview and review your gift card 
  7. Tap Purchase gift card 

Your animation will appear in your feed once the receiver has claimed the gift card. 

 

What gift card can I send on Venmo? 

Here are some retailers whose gift cards you can send on Venmo. 

  • Starbucks
  • Amazon
  • Uber, Uber Eats 
  • Doordash 
  • Lyft
  • Grubhub
  • Instacart 
  • Sephora
  • Ulta
  • Whole Foods
  • Lululemon
  • Chipotle
  • Walmart
  • Bloomingdales
  • Target

Please note that this list is subject to change.

 

How do I view my gift card?

You got money! You can track your gift card's balance in the Venmo app while using it with the merchant. 

Here is how to view the app:

  1. Go to the Me tab
  2. Select Wallet 
  3. Select your gift card
  4. When you are finished viewing, tap Continue 

Here you will be able to see the personalized note, gift card number, and pin for your gift card. 

 

How can I cancel a gift card? / I accidentally sent a gift card to the wrong person. 

Virtual gift cards sent through Venmo are like cash. Once another Venmo account receives it, there is no way to reverse or cancel the gift card.

 

How can I delete a gift card from my wallet?

Once your gift card balance is at $0, you will be able to delete the gift card from your wallet in the app.

How to remove a gift card with a $0 balance:

  1. Go to the Me tab
  2. Tap the gear icon 
  3. Select Payment methods
  4. Select your gift card
  5. Tap Remove

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