Check your balance online, in the Wallet app, or at an Apple Store
You can see how much money is left on your Apple Gift Card in three ways: through your Apple Account online, using the Wallet app on your iPhone or iPad, or by visiting an Apple Store in person. The fastest method is usually the Wallet app if you have the card linked there already. If you've lost the physical card or don't have it handy, the online method works just as well and takes about a minute.
Your balance updates instantly after each purchase, so you'll always know exactly what you have left to spend. Apple doesn't charge a fee to check your balance, and there's no limit to how many times you can look.
Key Takeaways
- The Wallet app on iPhone or iPad shows your balance immediately if the card is already added.
- You can check online at appleid.apple.com by signing into your account and viewing your payment methods.
- An Apple Store employee can look up your balance using the card number or your Apple ID.
- Your balance is the same across all Apple services — the App Store, iTunes, Apple Music, and physical purchases at Apple Stores all draw from one account.
- If your card was a gift and you don't have an Apple ID yet, you'll need to create one to use the balance.
Check balance through the Wallet app
Open the Wallet app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Apple Gift Card if it's already saved there — you'll see the remaining balance displayed at the top of the card details. If you haven't added the card to Wallet yet, you can add it by tapping the plus icon, selecting "Gift Card," and scanning or manually entering the card number.
This method works only if you have the physical card or know the 16-digit card number printed on the back. The Wallet app is the quickest way to check if you're already an iPhone user.
Check balance on your Apple Account online
Go to appleid.apple.com and sign in with your Apple ID and password. Click "Payment and Shipping" or "Payment Methods" depending on your region. You'll see a list of payment options on file, including any Apple Gift Cards you've added to your account. The balance appears next to the card.
If you don't see your gift card listed, it hasn't been added to your account yet. You can add it by clicking "Add Payment Method," selecting "Apple Gift Card," and entering the 16-digit number and 4-digit PIN from the back of the card. Once added, the full balance will show immediately.
Check balance at an Apple Store
Walk into any Apple Store and ask a staff member to look up your balance. Bring the physical card or be ready to provide the 16-digit card number. They can also look it up using your Apple ID if you've already added the card to your account. This takes a few minutes but requires no technology on your end.
Apple Store staff can also help if you've lost the card or forgotten the number — they can search by your Apple ID alone if the card was previously registered to your account.
What to do if you can't find your card number
The card number is printed on the back of a physical Apple Gift Card, below the barcode. If you've thrown away the packaging or the card itself is damaged, you have two options: sign into your Apple Account online and look for the card in your payment methods (the number will be partially visible), or visit an Apple Store and provide your Apple ID so staff can retrieve it.
If you received the gift card as an email code instead of a physical card, the code should be in your email inbox or in a confirmation message from the sender. That code is what you'll enter when you add the card to your account.
Understanding your balance across Apple services
Once you've added an Apple Gift Card to your Apple ID, the balance works everywhere: the App Store, Apple Music, iCloud storage, Apple TV+, and in physical Apple Stores. You don't have separate balances for different services — it's one account balance that decreases with each purchase, regardless of where you spend it.
If you have multiple gift cards added to your account, they combine into one total balance. When you make a purchase, Apple deducts from that combined balance automatically.
What happens when your balance runs out
Once you've spent all the money on your gift card, the balance shows as zero. You can still use your Apple ID to make purchases, but you'll need to add a different payment method — a credit card, debit card, or another gift card — to complete any transaction.
Apple doesn't charge a fee for an expired or zero-balance gift card, and you can keep it on file indefinitely. If you add funds to it later (by purchasing a new gift card and adding it to the same account), the balance will update.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I check my Apple Gift Card balance without an Apple ID?
Not online or through the app. You'll need to visit an Apple Store in person and provide the card number or physical card. Once you create an Apple ID and add the card to your account, you can check the balance anytime online or in the app.
Does my balance expire?
No. Apple Gift Cards don't expire, and your balance will remain on your account indefinitely. You can use it whenever you're ready, whether that's immediately or years later.
What if my balance doesn't match what I think I spent?
Sign into your Apple Account and check your purchase history under "Account" or "Media & Purchases." This shows every transaction and the amount deducted. If you see a charge you don't recognize, you can report it to Apple Support through your account settings.
Can I transfer my balance to someone else?
No. Once a gift card is added to your Apple ID, the balance is tied to that account and can't be moved or transferred. If you want to give the remaining balance to someone else, you'd need to make purchases on their behalf using their device or account.
Why does my balance show differently on different devices?
If you're signed into the same Apple ID on multiple devices, the balance should be identical across all of them. If it's different, try signing out and back in, or wait a few minutes for the balance to sync. If the discrepancy persists, contact Apple Support.