Give the gift of choice with the $200 Vanilla® Mastercard® Gift Card. Don’t want to force someone into shopping at a specific store, this Vanilla Mastercard Gift Card lets them choose where to spend your generous gift. The gift card is loaded at the time of purchase with $200 to be spent at retailers that accept Mastercard. Recipients can use this card online and in-store for a convenient shopping experience. It’s a thoughtful gift that lets you know they’ll buy what they love. Don’t have a debit card? The Vanilla prepaid Mastercard can work as your debit card when one is required. Does the Card Ever Expire? Funds on the gift card never expire. Using the Vanilla Mastercard Gift Card To use the gift card, simply present it to the cashier at time of purchase. You may need to know the balance and tell them if it’s lower than the purchase price. Choose credit and sign for the transaction. For online purchases, enter the gift card information in the payment method field. If a zip code is required, you can assign one online by logging into your account, clicking “Manage Card” and updating the “Assign Zip Code” page. Where Can the $200 Vanilla Mastercard Gift Card be Used? The gift card can be used online nationwide at retailers based in the United States and the District of Columbia. It can be used in convenience stores, restaurants, gas stations, big-box retailers, brick and mortar stores and many other locations so long as they accept Mastercard. Do note that gas pump terminals and restaurants may place a temporary hold greater than the purchase amount. This may take up to seven days to drop off the $200 Vanilla Mastercard Gift Card. Are There Fees Associated with the Gift Card? There is a one-time activation fee at the time of purchasing the gift card. How Can I Check My Mastercard Gift Card Balance? To check your balance, go to VanillaGift.com and enter the card information online or call the number on the back. The card number, expiration date and CVV will be required to check the balance. You can also view prior purchases via the online account portal.