Apple Gift Card Balance: How to Check It
How to check an Apple Gift Card balance online, by phone, or in the App Store app.
Three Ways to Check Your Apple Balance
- Online — visit the official balance checker. You'll typically need the card number and the CVV/security code from the back of the card.
- Phone — call 1-800-275-2273 and follow the automated prompts. Have your card number ready.
- In-store — Any Apple Store register or Genius Bar — ask staff to check it for you.
Where to Buy Apple Gift Cards
Apple's own website and Apple Store locations are the most direct source, letting you pick the exact denomination and delivery method straight from the source.
Many big-box retailers like Target, Walmart, and Best Buy stock Apple gift cards on their gift card racks near checkout.
Drugstores and grocery chains, including CVS, Walgreens, and various supermarkets, often carry them too since they're a popular quick-grab gift.
Apple gift cards are also available on Amazon, sold as both e-gift and physical card options.
Terms & Expiration Notes
Say "gift cards" when prompted on the automated phone line; also viewable in the App Store app under your account balance.
Balance Showing $0 or the Check Failed?
A few common reasons: the card hasn't been activated yet, the funds have already been spent, the card was reported lost or deactivated, or — less commonly — the card was compromised before you got to use it. If something looks wrong, contact Apple directly using the phone number above. We can't look up or adjust balances ourselves — only point you to the official source.
FAQ
Do I need to create an account to check my balance?
No — most balance checks, online or by phone, just need the card number and security code/PIN, not an account.
Can I check my balance on my phone?
Yes, the online balance checker above works on mobile, and the phone number can be dialed directly from this page.
Is it safe to enter my card number online?
Only enter it on the official site linked above. Scam sites impersonating gift card balance checkers exist — double-check the URL before entering any card details anywhere.
