You can buy Uber gift cards on Amazon, but they work differently than other gift cards and have limits on where you can use them

Amazon sells Uber gift cards in digital form, delivered by email within minutes of purchase. The card itself is a code that loads money into an Uber account — it is not a physical card and cannot be used anywhere except the Uber app or website. Uber gift cards bought on Amazon work the same way as those bought directly from Uber: they cover rides, Uber Eats orders, or both depending on which type you purchase.

The main reason to buy through Amazon instead of directly from Uber is if you have Amazon credit, a gift card balance, or want to earn Amazon rewards on the purchase. Payment and delivery are otherwise identical to buying from Uber's website.

Key Takeaways

  • Uber gift cards on Amazon are delivered as email codes that load into your Uber account, not physical cards.
  • You can choose between Uber Rides only, Uber Eats only, or combined Uber Cash that works for both.
  • Amazon typically delivers the code within minutes, but the recipient must have an Uber account to redeem it.
  • Gift card balances do not expire, but they can only be used within the Uber app or website, not at other merchants.
  • If you lose the code or it does not arrive, Amazon customer service can resend it or issue a refund.

What denominations and types are available on Amazon

Amazon sells Uber gift cards in preset amounts, typically ranging from $15 to $200, though the exact options change. You choose the amount at checkout. When you select your card, you also pick whether it is for Uber Rides (transportation), Uber Eats (food delivery), or Uber Cash (works for both). The type matters because a Rides-only card cannot be used for food orders, and vice versa.

Prices on Amazon match Uber's official prices — you pay the face value of the card plus any applicable sales tax. There are no markups or discounts. If you want a specific amount not listed, you can sometimes buy directly from Uber's website instead, which may offer custom denominations or different ranges depending on your location.

How to purchase and redeem an Uber gift card from Amazon

Search for "Uber gift card" on Amazon.com and select the type and amount you want. Add it to your cart and proceed to checkout like any other purchase. At checkout, you provide the recipient's email address — this is where Amazon sends the code. You can also send it to yourself if you plan to use it. Payment works like any Amazon order: credit card, debit card, Amazon balance, or another payment method on file.

Once you complete the purchase, Amazon sends an email with a claim code within minutes. The recipient opens that email and clicks the link or copies the code into the Uber app under "Wallet" or "Add Credit." The money appears in their Uber account immediately and stays there until spent. There is no expiration date on the balance, and the recipient can use it across multiple rides or orders over time.

What happens if the code does not arrive or you need to change the recipient

If the email does not show up within 30 minutes, check the spam folder first. If it is not there, contact Amazon customer service through your order history — select the gift card order and report that the code was not received. Amazon can resend the code to the same email or a different one, or issue a refund to your original payment method.

You cannot change the recipient after purchase if the code has already been sent. If you made a mistake with the email address before the code was delivered, contact Amazon immediately and they can usually redirect it. Once the code has been claimed into an Uber account, it cannot be transferred to another account or reversed.

Restrictions and things to know before you buy

Uber gift cards work only within the Uber app and website — they cannot be used at other merchants or withdrawn as cash. The recipient must have an active Uber account to redeem the code; if they do not have one, they can create one for free using an email address and phone number. The account does not require a payment method on file until they actually take a ride or place an order.

Gift card balances are account-specific and tied to the email address used to create the Uber account. If someone loses access to their account, they lose access to the balance. Uber does not issue refunds for unused gift card balances, so the recipient should use the money or risk losing it if their account is compromised or deleted. Tax and service fees still apply to rides and orders paid with gift card balance. If a trip costs more than the remaining balance, the rider must add another payment method to cover the difference.

Comparing Amazon purchase to buying directly from Uber

Buying from Amazon and buying directly from Uber.com produce the same end result: a code that loads into an Uber account. The difference is payment method and timing. Amazon lets you use Amazon credit, an Amazon gift card balance, or earn Amazon rewards points on the purchase. Uber's website accepts credit cards, debit cards, and PayPal. Both deliver codes within minutes.

Amazon sometimes runs promotions on gift cards — occasional discounts or bonus rewards — so it is worth checking if you are buying anyway. Uber's website rarely discounts its own gift cards. If you do not have an Amazon account or prefer not to create one, buying directly from Uber is simpler and just as fast.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use an Uber gift card to pay for a ride if I do not have a credit card on file?

Yes. The gift card balance covers the full cost if it is enough. If the ride costs more than your balance, you will need to add a payment method for the overage. You do not need a card on file just to use the gift card.

What if someone claims the gift card code before the intended recipient gets it?

Once a code is claimed into an Uber account, it cannot be reversed or transferred. If this happens, contact Amazon with proof of purchase. Amazon may issue a refund or send a replacement code, but the original balance is gone. Use a recipient email address you trust or send it to yourself.

Do Uber gift cards expire?

No. The balance does not expire and stays in the account indefinitely. However, if the Uber account itself is deleted or compromised, the balance is lost. Uber does not refund unused balances.

Can I buy an Uber gift card as a gift if I do not know the recipient's email?

You need an email address to send the code to. You can send it to your own email and print or forward the code separately, or ask the recipient for their email address before purchasing.

Is there a limit to how many Uber gift cards I can buy at once?

Amazon does not publish a per-transaction limit, but very large purchases may trigger a review. For most personal purchases, there is no practical limit. If you are buying in bulk, contact Amazon customer service first.