How to Check Your Amazon Gift Card Balance

Curious about your Amazon gift card balance? You’re in the right place. Whether you’re using it as a gift, for safer online shopping, or to manage your spending, checking your balance helps you shop smarter.

Summary

This article explains exactly how to check your Amazon.co.uk gift card balance - online or in the app. You’ll also learn how to view your balance history, manage unused funds, and avoid common issues users face.

What you’ll learn

How to check your Amazon gift card balance online, step by step.
How to check your balance in the Amazon app.
What happens to leftover gift card balance, and how to manage it efficiently.
Pro tips and insights from frequent Amazon UK users.

How to check your Amazon gift card balance

There are two main ways to see how much money is left on your Amazon gift card: on the website or via the Amazon app.

#1: Check your balance on Amazon.co.uk

Go to Amazon.co.uk and log in to your account.
Select Gift Cards, and you’ll see the balance of all gift cards you have redeemed.

#2: Check your balance on the Amazon app

If you prefer to use your phone or tablet to see your remaining gift card balance, here’s how to do it:

Open the Amazon app (available on iOS and Android).
Tap the menu icon (☰) in the bottom navigation bar.
Go to Your Account.
Scroll down to the Payments section and tap Manage gift card balance.
Your current balance will appear at the top of the screen.

From here, you can also redeem new gift cards or view your transaction history.

Good to know about Amazon gift card balance

Once you’ve redeemed your gift card into your Amazon account, your gift card balance is stored as credit in your account. This means:

The balance automatically applies to your next eligible purchase.
If your order costs more than your balance, the remaining amount is charged to the payment method you’ve linked to your Amazon account.
If your order costs less, the leftover balance stays in your account for future orders.
Your Amazon gift card balance is valid for 10 years, so you can use it anytime.

To check where you’ve spent your gift card balance, you can go back to the Gift Cards section on your account page and select View Gift Card Balance and Activity. You’ll see a full list of your gift card spending history.

What if your gift card balance isn’t showing

If you’ve redeemed a gift card, but your balance isn’t visible in your Amazon account, here’s what to do:

Wait a few minutes – sometimes balance updates are delayed.
Double-check that you’re signed in to the correct Amazon account.
Visit the Amazon Gift Card Help Page.
If the issue persists, contact Amazon Customer Service.

Pro tips and insights about your Amazon gift card

We’ve gathered some practical insights and lesser-known facts from Amazon forums and customer experiences to help you get even more out of your gift card balance.

Combine multiple gift cards

You can combine multiple Amazon.co.uk gift cards into one account balance and use them for one purchase. Simply redeem all the codes you want to use in your account. Amazon automatically merges all funds into a single balance for ease of use.

Keep your Amazon gift card info safe

Amazon gift cards are sometimes targeted in scams (for instance, fake “tech support” asking you to pay via gift card). Remember: Amazon will never ask you to provide gift card codes for payment or verification. If in doubt, visit Amazon’s gift card scam page.

Gift card balance can’t be transferred or withdrawn

Your Amazon gift card balance is non-transferable and can’t be cashed out, even if you no longer want to shop on Amazon. However, you can use it for digital services like Kindle books or a Prime Video subscription.

Ready for some shopping?

Checking your Amazon.co.uk gift card balance is quick and simple, whether you’re using a laptop or your phone. By knowing your remaining credit and keeping an eye on how it’s applied, you can shop smarter and make the most of your Amazon spending power.

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