How to Get an American Express Gift Certificate
American Express gift certificates are available in the form of gift cards and Gift Cheques. These provide you with a way to give money as a gift without having to send cash. You can use the gift cards and Gift Cheques wherever American Express cards are accepted. You can purchase them with cash or by using your American Express, Visa or MasterCard credit card.
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Visit the American Express website to purchase a gift card or Gift Cheque with your American Express, Visa or MasterCard credit card. Follow the prompts on the website to place your order. The site will ask you to choose the denomination of the gift card or Gift Cheque you want, quantity of cards or Gift Cheques and shipping method. If you are purchasing gift cards, you will also see a drop-down menu to choose the design that will appear on the card.
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Purchase Gift Cheques with cash or credit card from your local participating bank, credit union or American Express Travel Services location. Contact the branch before visiting to learn if they participate in selling Gift Cheques. Available denominations may vary by location, so also ask if your chosen branch carries the denomination you wish to purchase.
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Select the American Express gift card from the gift card display at your local participating retailer. Many grocery stores, gas stations and other retailers sell gift cards in preset denominations and cards that allow you to specify the denomination. The preset denominations range from $25 to $3,000 and will vary in availability by retailer. The cashier must activate the gift cards before the recipient can use them.
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Tips & Warnings
Register gift cards and Gift Cheques to protect the balance in the event that the card is lost or stolen.
When choosing a gift card online, select a design to specifically suit your purpose. Business-related cards are available, as well as those designed for special occasions. You can also customize cards with your own message, photograph or business logo to add a personal touch.
If you are purchasing a reloadable gift card at a retail outlet, be prepared to pay for it in cash. The packaging on the card will specify if it requires cash payment.
Be prepared to pay a fee of $2.50 when purchasing each Gift Cheque. This fee applies whether you purchase $25, $50 or $100 Gift Cheques.
Be prepared to pay a fee of $3.95 when purchasing a gift card. This fee applies to all denominations, from $25 to $3,000.
