How long does it take for a visa gift card to activate

How to check your Visa Gift card balance

How long does it take for a visa gift card to activate

Start by looking at the back of your gift card. Typically, you’ll find a toll-free number you can call to discover your balance. Or you can check your balance by visiting the card issuer’s site and entering your card’s 16-digit number and security code.

Getting started with Visa Gift cards

How long does it take for a visa gift card to activate

How to activate your Visa Gift card

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

Where to use your Visa Gift card

You can use your gift card anywhere Visa is accepted, supermarket, gas station and even online. And you can make purchases up to the amount that’s on the card.

How long does it take for a visa gift card to activate

Using your Visa Gift card in stores and online

In a store, you’ll just slide or insert your Visa card to pay. For an online checkout, you’ll enter your Visa gift card’s 16-digit number, expiration date and CVV in the appropriate form field.

How long does it take for a visa gift card to activate

Making returns with a gift card

Even if there’s no balance left, you’ll want to hold onto your Visa Gift card. If you ever need to make a return, you’ll need to show the card.

FAQ about Visa Gift cards

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Convenient. Secure. Accepted all over. A Visa Gift card is an easy way to give someone a present.

Take the guesswork out of gift buying with the Visa Gift card. Visa Gift cards are perfect for any occasion - give the gift of freedom and choice by giving the Visa Gift card.

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A smart gift anyone can appreciate.

The Visa Gift Card is an ideal choice for birthdays, holidays, weddings, and suits all your gift-giving needs. It's also perfect for people of all ages. You decide how much money to give; they decide where to spend it.

You will receive important information regarding the Visa Gift Card such as how to activate and use the card. This information should be given to the recipient of the card.

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How long does it take for a visa gift card to activate

Thoughtful

Recipients can use the Visa Gift card to buy what they want, when they want.

How long does it take for a visa gift card to activate

Secure

The Visa Gift Card can be replaced if lost or stolen*.

* Covers all Canadian-issued prepaid cards 

How long does it take for a visa gift card to activate

Easy to use 

When making a purchase, simply present the card to the merchant and sign the purchase receipt.

How long does it take for a visa gift card to activate

Convenient

Visa Gift Cards are welcome at any of the millions of locations where Visa is accepted, even online.

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Making a Purchase with your Visa Gift Card

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