Gift Cards at Burlington: The Complete List of Brands, Fees & Where to Buy (2026)

If you are standing in a Burlington aisle wondering whether the rack behind the register has a Netflix card tucked in it, the short answer is no. Burlington keeps things simple and closed-loop: the only gift cards it sells are its own. That is genuinely useful to know before you make the trip, because it changes what you can and cannot buy there, and it tells you a lot about how the card will behave once someone opens it.

We put together this guide so you know exactly what is on offer, what it costs, and how to buy one without wasting a lunch break.

What Gift Card Brands Does Burlington Sell?

Burlington Stores sells one brand of gift card and one brand only: Burlington. Both the plastic Gift Cards and the eGift Cards carry the Burlington name, and the same rules apply to cards issued under sister banners like Cohoes. The official gift card, bulk gift card, and gifts pages promote nothing but Burlington-branded cards in various designs, and there is no evidence anywhere of a multi-brand rack at the register or an online marketplace attached to the site.

That means no Visa or Mastercard open-loop prepaid cards, no dining or entertainment cards, no other retail brands, and no third-party marketplace like the ones grocery chains and big-box stores sometimes run. If you were hoping to grab a restaurant card alongside a sweater, you will need a different retailer for that half of the errand. Our breakdown of gift cards at Winn-Dixie shows what a true multi-brand rack looks like, which makes the contrast with Burlington pretty stark.

Worth noting: the complete absence of third-party cards is based on the lack of any official mention or listing, not on a formal "we do not sell" statement. Treat it as a practical reality rather than a written policy.

Denominations, Fees, and Purchase Limits

Direct from Burlington, both physical Gift Cards and eGift Cards come in whole-dollar amounts from $5 to $500. You can pick your own amount in that range at checkout. Bulk and corporate orders are more flexible and allow any denomination, which is a nice touch for offices and event planners.

Secondary and reseller channels tend to offer preset dollar amounts, often narrower, such as $10 to $250. Those cards work the same way at the register but you have less say over the exact value.

On fees, Burlington is about as clean as it gets. There are no activation fees, no dormancy or inactivity fees, and no service fees of any kind. The bulk page states plainly that there are "no expiration dates or hidden fees," and the Gift Card Terms confirm that cards do not expire and that the company does not assess fees for non-use. These are not credit, debit, or charge cards, so nothing accrues against you while the card sits in a drawer waiting to be spent.

As for limits, Burlington does not publish a strict per-transaction cap. The Terms of Use do reserve the right to limit quantities per person, household, order, account, or payment method at its discretion, which is standard language across retail. You can apply multiple cards to a single purchase, and we found no published cap on how many.

Where to Buy: In-Store vs. Online

You have two straightforward options.

In stores, physical cards sit at the register and are ready to go the moment you pay. This is the faster route if you are already shopping and want something in hand today.

Online at burlington.com, you can order a plastic Gift Card that arrives by mail or an eGift Card that lands in the recipient's inbox by email, usually quite quickly. eGift Cards can be added to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet, which makes them easy to keep track of on a phone.

Bulk and corporate purchases run through a dedicated request form. Volume discounts kick in based on a minimum purchase amount, ground shipping is free, and any denomination is allowed. The contact details for that program are 1-855-722-3911 or BCFGiftCard.Orders@burlington.com.

Once a card is in hand, checking the balance is easy enough that it is worth doing before you shop. You can check in-store, on burlington.com, or by phone through the numbers Burlington publishes for gift card and customer service inquiries. Our walkthrough on how to check a Giftcards.com balance gives a sense of how these lookups typically work if you want a frame of reference for the process.

Redemption is where the closed-loop design really shows. Per the official Gift Card Terms, cards are redeemable only for merchandise and services sold at Burlington and Baby Depot stores. They are not redeemable for cash except where the law requires it, cannot be used to buy other gift cards, are not reloadable, and are not replaced or refunded if lost, stolen, damaged, or used without authorization. Some reseller sites claim you can redeem online at burlington.com, but the official terms repeatedly limit redemption to stores, so plan on using the card in person. Protect it like cash.

Rewards, Loyalty, and the Credit Card Angle

Burlington runs a free Burlington Loyalty Program, open to U.S. and Puerto Rico residents 13 and older. Sign-up takes an email and a phone number, and there is no fee. Benefits include extended and receipt-free returns at select stores, early email notifications about new arrivals, deals, and markdowns, an e-receipt option, and a $5 bonus merchandise credit on completed layaways at select stores. That $5 credit is valid toward a future in-store merchandise purchase but explicitly excludes gift cards, service fees, and taxes. There is no points-earning structure described for ordinary purchases or gift card buys under this free program.

Separately, there is the Burlington Credit Card, issued through Comenity (Bread Financial). It is also closed-loop, meaning it works at Burlington and sister stores like Cohoes and MJM. It earns 1 point per $1 spent at those stores, which works out to roughly 5 percent back, with every 100 points converting into a $5 rewards certificate. Those certificates can be redeemed for merchandise at Burlington, Cohoes, and MJM but cannot be applied to taxes, prior purchases, gift cards, or services like layaway fees or tailoring. Points expire 12 months after posting and certificates expire 60 days after issuance. New cardholders get 10 percent off their first purchase when they open and use the card the same day.

One thing the official pages do not spell out: whether buying a gift card earns Credit Card points. The rules clearly bar using rewards certificates to buy gift cards, and many store cards exclude gift card purchases from earning, so do not count on it.

Seasonal promotions do surface from time to time. During a past holiday window running from Black Friday through Christmas Eve, Burlington offered a $5 Bonus Card for each individual gift card purchased in-store or online at $50 or higher. Multiple smaller cards adding up to $50 did not qualify, and the Bonus Card was good for merchandise only, with a limited redemption window and no cash value. Check current terms before assuming a promotion is live.

If you are putting together a gift around a card, pairing it with something small and useful tends to land better than a card alone. Our roundup of budget gifts under $25 has plenty of options that fit neatly alongside a card, and the stocking stuffers and small holiday gifts under $25 list is a good place to look if you are filling out a basket.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Burlington sell Amazon, Visa, or other third-party gift cards?

No. Burlington only sells its own Burlington-branded gift cards, both physical and electronic. There is no multi-brand rack at the register and no online gift card marketplace attached to burlington.com. If you need an open-loop prepaid card or another retailer's card, you will have to buy it elsewhere.

What amounts can I load onto a Burlington gift card?

Direct purchases run from $5 to $500 in whole-dollar amounts, for both physical cards and eGift Cards, whether you buy in store or online. Bulk and corporate orders allow any denomination. Reseller channels often offer preset amounts in a narrower range, such as $10 to $250.

Do Burlington gift cards expire or charge fees?

No. The official bulk page states there are no expiration dates or hidden fees, and the Gift Card Terms confirm that cards do not expire and that the company does not assess fees for non-use. There are also no activation or dormancy fees.

Can I use a Burlington gift card online?

The official Gift Card Terms limit redemption to Burlington and Baby Depot stores, so plan on using it in person. Some reseller sites claim online redemption works, but that conflicts with the posted terms. Redemption covers merchandise and services only, and cards cannot be used to purchase other gift cards.

What happens if I lose a Burlington gift card?

Lost, stolen, damaged, or unauthorized-use cards are not replaced or refunded, and neither the card nor its balance is refundable for cash except where the law requires it. Treat it the way you would treat cash. Altered, illegible, or duplicated cards are also considered invalid.