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How to Activate a Visa Gift Card from GiftCardMall
Everything you need to know: online activation, phone activation, and what to do if your card won't register.
Read guide →Clear, no-fluff guides for Visa and Mastercard gift cards — so you can start spending right away.
Everything you need to know: online activation, phone activation, and what to do if your card won't register.
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Read guide →Yes. Visa and Mastercard gift cards from GiftCardMall must be activated before use. Activation registers the card to a billing address, which is required for online purchases and many in-store transactions.
Online activation is typically instant. After submitting your details at GiftCardMall.com/mygift, your card is usually ready to use within a few minutes.
For in-store swipe purchases at the register, some cards work right away. For online shopping or anywhere a billing address is required, you must activate first.
You can activate by calling the number on the back of your card, or contact GiftCardMall customer service at 1-877-426-2551.