Costco shop cards & how they work: Everything you need to know
Cards are sometimes available on sites like eBay or Whatnot .
: If they buy a digital card, they can have it emailed directly to you. Pro Tip : Print out digital cards before heading to the store to avoid technical delays at the entrance. The "Membership Refund" Strategy (DIY) Costco has a 100% satisfaction guarantee on memberships.
: You can reimburse them via cash or apps like Venmo. Note that when they buy it for you, they must use a payment method that matches their account name.
While are authorized to purchase or reload a Costco Shop Card (gift card) directly from Costco, non-members can legally use them to shop at any warehouse location or online. Guide to Acquiring a Shop Card Without a Membership
: You will often pay a significant premium (e.g., paying $33+ for a $25 card) and risk potential scams or deactivated cards. How to Use Your Card at the Warehouse
: Show the Shop Card to the employee at the entrance instead of a membership card.
: Have a friend or family member with a membership buy a physical card at a warehouse or a digital card at Costco.com .