Amazon Gift Card
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About the Amazon Gift Card
Quick answer: The Amazon Gift Card is a no-fee, non-expiring eGift card you can spend on Amazon.com and in the Amazon app. It is delivered by email in minutes and is available from $5 to $2,000.
| Where to use | Amazon.com and the Amazon app |
|---|---|
| Amounts | $5 to $2,000 (choose any amount) |
| Delivery | By email, usually within minutes |
| Fees | None. No activation, monthly, or dormancy fees |
| Expiration | Funds do not expire |
| Balance check | In Your Account under Gift Cards |
| Card type | Digital eGift, delivered by email |
The Amazon Gift Card is about as universal as a gift gets. Amazon is the largest online marketplace, so the card covers everything from books and electronics to household basics, clothing, and everyday essentials, all in one place.
Because Amazon carries such a huge range, the card almost never goes to waste. It suits the reader, the gadget lover, and the person who just needs to restock the pantry, all with the same one gift.
How to redeem your Amazon gift card
Redeeming is simple. Sign in to Amazon, go to Your Account, and enter the claim code under Gift Cards. The balance is added to your account and applies automatically at checkout on your next order. Any amount above the balance goes on your other payment method.
How to check your Amazon gift card balance
You can check your Amazon gift card balance in Your Account under Gift Cards once the claim code is added. The balance shows any time you are signed in to Amazon.
Where you can use it
Amazon is an online marketplace, so the card is used on Amazon.com and in the Amazon app rather than in a physical store. Once the balance is on the account it applies to eligible orders across nearly every category Amazon sells, subject to Amazon's terms.
What you can buy with it
Amazon sells almost everything, so the card can go toward:
- Books, Kindle titles, and audiobooks
- Electronics, headphones, and smart-home devices
- Household essentials, groceries, and pantry restocks
- Clothing, shoes, and accessories
- Toys, games, and hobby supplies
- Beauty, health, and everyday personal care
Amazon vs other online shopping gift cards
All are large retailers, but they differ in range and how you shop them.
| Gift card | Best for | Reach |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | The widest online selection across nearly every category | Amazon.com and the Amazon app |
| Walmart | Everyday essentials and groceries in store and online | Walmart stores and Walmart.com |
| Target | Home, apparel, and lifestyle goods | Target stores and Target.com |
| Best Buy | Electronics and tech with in-store support | Best Buy stores and BestBuy.com |
Choose Amazon when you want the broadest possible selection in one card; choose a store-based retailer when the recipient prefers shopping in person or wants a category specialist for electronics or groceries.
Pros and cons
Pros
- No fees and no expiration
- Delivered by email in minutes
- Covers nearly every category Amazon sells
- Balance stored to the account and used automatically
- One of the most universally useful gift cards available
Cons
- Usable only on Amazon, not in unrelated stores
- Requires an Amazon account to redeem
- Not redeemable for cash except where required by law
Choose an amount
This eGift card is available from $5 up to $2,000. A $25 card covers a small treat, $50 to $100 suits most occasions, and larger amounts up to $2,000 work for a serious gift.
Delivered by email in minutes
There is no plastic to ship and nothing to lose. The Amazon eGift card is delivered straight to the inbox, usually within minutes, so it works even for a last-minute gift. Add a short note, send it on the day you need it, and they can start using it right away.
Fees, expiration, and terms
The Amazon gift card carries no activation, service, monthly, or dormancy fees, and the funds do not expire. You can spend it in one visit or across several, and if a purchase costs more than the card, you simply pay the difference. Some terms can vary by location, so any store-specific rules are worth a quick check.
A good gift for
Birthdays, holidays, thank-yous, and anyone at all, because almost everyone shops Amazon. It is the safe, always-useful choice when you are not sure what someone wants but know they will find something they need.
Questions
Where can I use a Amazon gift card?
You can use it on Amazon.com and in the Amazon app. Because terms can vary by location, it is worth a quick check with Amazon for anything unusual.
Can I use the gift card online?
Yes. Amazon is an online marketplace, so the gift card is used on Amazon.com and in the Amazon app. Add the claim code to your account and the balance applies automatically at checkout.
How is the Amazon eGift card delivered?
It is delivered digitally by email, usually within minutes of your order, so there is nothing to ship and nothing to lose. You can send it to yourself or straight to the recipient.
Do Amazon gift cards expire?
No. The funds on a Amazon gift card do not expire, so the recipient can use it on their own schedule.
Are there any fees on a Amazon gift card?
No. There are no activation fees, no monthly fees, and no dormancy fees. The full amount you load is available to spend.
How do I check my Amazon gift card balance?
You can check your Amazon gift card balance in Your Account under Gift Cards once the claim code is added. The balance shows any time you are signed in to Amazon.
Can I use more than one gift card on a single purchase?
In most cases yes. Apply your gift card number and PIN at checkout and pay any remaining balance with another payment method. A few locations set their own rules, so check locally if you are combining several.
Can I get a physical Amazon gift card instead?
This listing is the digital eGift card, delivered by email. Amazon may also sell physical cards; the eGift works the same way when you redeem.
Can I use an Amazon gift card for Prime or digital purchases?
Yes. An Amazon gift card balance can go toward a Prime membership and digital purchases like Kindle books, apps, and eligible subscriptions, as well as physical products, since the balance applies to most orders at checkout.
What amounts are available?
This eGift card is available from $5 up to $2,000, so you can match any budget, from a small thank-you to a generous gift.