Just picture yourself confidently making your way to the register with your voucher in hand to pay for your groceries, coffee, or clothing, only to have the clerk inform you that the coupon is insufficient to cover your purchase. How embarrassing is that?
To avoid being in this awkward situation, make it a habit to check how much money the gift voucher has. This guide will help you do just that, so keep reading!
How to Check How Much Money Is in a Gift Voucher
Some vouchers already have the amount printed on the voucher itself, but some don’t. If you’re unable to locate the amount on the voucher, you have the option to either phone the issuer, go to the store, or check it on the website of the issuer.
Method 1: Visit the store
Step 1: Go to a physical store
Gift vouchers are issued by certain companies, so they can only be used in specific stores. Look for the nearest store where you can use your voucher and visit it.
Step 2: Ask an employee to scan your voucher
Employees at the store always have the means to check your gift voucher balance. Ask for help from any of the employees and hand your voucher over to them.
They will typically scan the voucher or manually input the voucher’s number into their system to help you.
Checking your balance with the store is free of charge, so you don’t have to worry about paying anything.
Step 3: Check the balance on the receipt
Some stores issue receipts for the balance, so you just have to check it. However, some stores may only verbally tell you your balance.
Method 2: Check on the issuer’s website
Step 1: Visit the issuer’s website
The website of the issuer is often written on the voucher in order to assist clients with any questions. To view the website, just enter the URL on your browser.
Step 2: Search for the type of voucher you have on the website
Because some firms provide many vouchers, you will need to look for your type of voucher to verify the balance.
When you find the portion of the website dedicated to your gift voucher, you’ll also find a section that allows you to check how much money it has.
Step 3: Enter your voucher’s number
You’ll find a distinct set of numbers on your voucher, usually on the backside. Simply enter the unique number on the website, and then wait while it searches for the amount of money your voucher has.
Method 3: Call the issuer
Step 1: Call the issuer
In most cases, the contact information of the voucher’s issuer is included on the voucher itself. It typically contains an email address, a telephone number, and in some cases, the URL of the company’s website if they have one.
Call the issuer once you locate the number.
Step 2: Provide the information needed by the agent
The company’s employee that will answer your call will usually need information like the type of voucher you have, the unique number printed on the voucher, and the length of time the voucher is valid.
After receiving the information, the agent will tell you how much money the gift voucher has.
