This post will show you how to properly use Visa Gift Card online to buy things. Save some money and speed up your purchase by knowing this simple work around.
Can Visa Gift Cards be Used for Online Purchases?
The short answer is Yes. Any online store that accepts visa on their website can also process payment using gift cards. If you see a Visa logo on a merchant site then you can safely say that you can use the gift card on that retailer site.
Best Online Stores Which Accept Visa egift Cards
As mentioned, you can use it to any retailer sites that has Visa logo on it. However, to save cash and get the value of your money, use the egift card on the following sites: Amazon, Walmart, BestBuy, or Target.
Things to Know Before an Online Purchase
1. Check the merchant site if it accepts Visa. (Most eCommerce sites accept Visa by default)
2. Purchase an item that is not greater than the amount on the giftcard or way lesser to avoid hassle on your part. Also avoid partial payment using the gift card if possible. If you have chosen partial payment of an item, make sure you have another credit or debit card to back it up.
3. Upon checkout, properly indicate the correct name, billing address, and contact details such as phone no. or email for possible refund or replacement of an item. Use Visa egift cards first before using other prepaid or credit cards.
4. Some online stores offer discount codes on their site. Search the company on Google for discount codes, you might find one. Use that discount code to save more money upon checkout.
Can You Transfer Money From a Visa Gift Card to PayPal?
You can link your card to an active PayPal account.
- Just Log-in to your PayPal account,
- Go to Debit and Credit Cards page,
- Click the Add a Card button,
- Link your Visa Gift Card to your PayPal account.
Can I Get Cash Out of My Gift Card?
You won’t able to withdraw the amount from an Automated Teller Machine. Contact the issuing company of the your card if they will allow withdrawal of funds via ATM.
Why is My eGift Card Being Declined?
If your card doesn’t work or being declined upon checkout, most often than not it doesn’t have any funds to it or it is already expired. Every card has a customer care service to call upon just in case a subscriber encountered any problem. The contact details can be found at the back of the card.