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Check Your Amex Gift Card Balance

Check your available balance at amexgiftcard.com before adding your card to a digital wallet.
Both physical and eGift versions of your Amex Gift Card can be added to a digital wallet for fast, contactless payments at participating merchants. Before getting started, it’s a good idea to perform an amexgiftcard.com balance check online so you know exactly how much is available on your card before you set it up and start spending.

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Add Your Card to a Digital Wallet

1

Open the Wallet App

On your iPhone or Apple Watch, open the Wallet app. Make sure your device is signed in to your Apple ID and that Apple Pay is supported on your device.
2

Tap the '+' Button

Tap the + icon in the top-right corner of the Wallet app to begin adding a new card.
3

Follow the On-Screen Instructions

Select Debit or Credit Card and follow the prompts provided by the Wallet app to proceed.
4

Enter Your Card Details

Enter your card number manually by typing it in, or use your camera to take a photo of your physical Amex Gift Card to auto-fill the details.
5

Complete Verification

Follow any remaining on-screen verification steps to finish adding your card. Once added, your Amex Gift Card will appear in your Wallet and be ready for use.
Digital wallet payments work wherever contactless American Express payments are accepted in-store. Look for the contactless or Apple Pay / Google Pay / Samsung Pay symbol at the checkout terminal.
Adding your Amex Gift Card to a digital wallet is a convenient way to pay contactlessly without carrying your physical card. Once set up, simply hold your device near the terminal at checkout and your gift card will be charged just like any other card in your wallet.
This knowledge base is for informational purposes only. Always refer to the official American Express website at amexgiftcard.com for the most up-to-date information. American Express® is a registered trademark.