Buy American Express Gift Card Online

The funds on your gift card never expire, but there is a “valid thru” date associated with each card. Your card will not work after this date. However, Amex will issue another card free of charge if you still have funds connected with the card. Just contact customer service should you encounter these issues.

These prepaid payment cards can be used virtually everywhere American Express Cards are accepted within the United States. Simply place items in your shopping cart when shopping on your preferred website. Then proceed to checkout and enter the card number, 4-digit security code (CVC), and expiration date to pay with your prepaid card balance. The gift card cannot be used for recurring payments (like a subscription) or at ATMs. Additionally, your eGift Card cannot be used for transactions that require the use of a physical card. For more information see the Cardholder Agreement.

Note: Some online retailers do not accept “split tender” payments with a gift card. Your card could be declined if there aren’t enough available funds to cover the amount of your purchase or a pre-authorization request from the merchant. Be sure to know your balance before making a purchase and that your available gift card funds can completely cover the total if this is the case.

If your Gift Card was purchased at Amex Gift Card, in most cases, the eCard is ready for use immediately. You may activate your Card by signing in to the check balance subpage with your Card details. You will need to provide your Card number, valid thru date, and security code accompanying your Gift Card.

1. Visit the Amex Check Balance page.

2. Sign in by entering your 15-digit card code, with no spaces, the expiration date and the security code of your gift card.

3. Enter your email address to register (optional).

4. Check the verification box and click “Sign In.”

Yes, you can use your Amex Gift Card as payment on Amazon.com (US). However, Amazon does not allow “split tender” payments with gift cards. The entire amount must be able to be deducted from the gift card. It is also possible Amazon has a temporary $1 authorization on the gift card the first time it is used. So be sure your purchase total accounts for this hold. An alternative solution is to buy an Amazon Gift Card with your Amex prepaid card balance.

The card cannot be reloaded or transferred, but use it as often as you want until the balance reaches zero.

Typically, all that is needed to pay online with an Amex Gift Card is the card number, expiration date and security code. However, it is possible that some online merchants may ask for a PIN or a required US postal code. In this case, try registering your Amex Gift Card by calling 1-877-297-4438 for assistance or visiting the Amex Gift Card page. 

Note: Make sure you select the “pay with gift card” option at checkout if it is available.

It is sometimes possible to use an Amex Gift Card in stores, but you first need to apply it to a supporting digital wallet. You can add your Amex eGift Card to Apple Pay™, Samsung Pay, and Android Pay™.

This Amex Gift Card cannot be used for recurring billing or monthly subscriptions. Other than that, your card should be accepted everywhere that an Amex Gift Card is. If that is not the case, or you have any questions related to the use of your gift card, please contact Amex customer service.

The Amex Customer Service can be reached via their FAQ webpage.