Uber Eats gift cards are prepaid cards you can buy and give to someone else, or use yourself to pay for food delivery orders
An Uber Eats gift card holds a dollar amount that the recipient can spend on food, drinks, and other items through the Uber Eats app or website. You buy the card with your own money upfront, and the balance sits in an account until someone uses it to place an order. Gift cards do not expire, though the terms of service can change. The card works the same way as paying with a debit card — the restaurant and Uber Eats fees come out of the balance before delivery.
Gift cards are sold by Uber directly, by major retailers like Target and Walmart, and by some grocery stores. The amount you can buy varies by seller: Uber's own site typically offers cards in amounts from $15 to $500, while retailers may have different minimums and maximums. There is no fee to buy a gift card, though you pay the full purchase price upfront.
Key Takeaways
- Uber Eats gift cards never expire and can be used for any order placed through the app or website, including restaurant meals, groceries, and alcohol where available.
- You can buy gift cards directly from Uber, from retailers like Target and Walmart, or from some grocery stores, each with different dollar amounts available.
- The recipient adds the card to their Uber Eats account by entering a code, and the balance is then available for any order they place.
- If a gift card is lost, stolen, or the code does not work, contact Uber support with your proof of purchase to request a replacement or refund.
- Gift card balances cannot be transferred between accounts, refunded for cash, or used to pay for Uber rides — only Uber Eats orders.
Where to buy Uber Eats gift cards and what amounts are available
Uber sells gift cards directly through its website and mobile app. You can choose any amount between $15 and $500, and Uber will email a digital code to the recipient immediately or to you if you want to deliver it yourself. Physical gift cards are also available through Uber's website and arrive by mail in 5 to 10 business days.
Retailers including Target, Walmart, Best Buy, and CVS stock Uber Eats gift cards in their stores and online. The denominations available vary by retailer — some carry $25, $50, and $100 cards, while others may offer different amounts. Buying from a retailer means you get a physical card immediately if you shop in person, or a digital code if you order online. Some grocery stores and convenience chains also carry them, though availability depends on your location.
Digital gift cards from Uber arrive instantly via email, while physical cards from any seller take several days to a week. If you need the card right away, buying a digital code from Uber or a retailer's website is the fastest option.
How to add a gift card to an Uber Eats account
The person receiving the gift card needs an Uber Eats account to use it. They open the app or go to ubereats.com, sign in, and navigate to the account or payment settings section. The exact location varies slightly depending on whether they are on mobile or desktop, but there is always an option to add a gift card or promo code.
They enter the code printed on the physical card or provided in the email, and the balance appears in their account immediately. Once added, the gift card balance is available for any order they place. If they have multiple payment methods on file, they can choose which one to use at checkout — the gift card balance will be used first if they select it, or they can let it sit and use a different card.
If the code does not work, the recipient should check that they typed it correctly, including any hyphens or special characters. If it still does not work after a second attempt, they should contact Uber support with the code and proof of purchase.
What you can and cannot buy with an Uber Eats gift card
Uber Eats gift cards work for any food or drink order placed through the app or website, including restaurant meals, groceries from Uber Eats Market, convenience items, and alcohol where it is available in your area. The balance covers the cost of the food, any service fees, delivery fees, and tips.
Gift cards cannot be used to pay for Uber rides, Uber Eats Pass subscriptions, or any service outside of Uber Eats orders. They also cannot be refunded for cash, transferred to another person's account, or used to purchase another gift card. If someone has a balance left over after an order, it stays in their account for future use.
What happens if a gift card code does not work or is lost
If the code is scratched off, damaged, or never received, the person who bought the card should contact Uber support with proof of purchase — a receipt, order confirmation email, or credit card statement showing the transaction. Uber can look up the card in its system and either resend the code or issue a replacement.
If a physical card is lost or stolen before the code is used, the buyer should report it to Uber with the card number if they have it, or with the receipt showing when and where it was purchased. Uber may be able to cancel the card and issue a new one, though this depends on whether the card has already been redeemed.
If someone receives a code but it does not work when they try to add it, they should try entering it again carefully, checking for typos or extra spaces. If it still fails, they should contact Uber support with the code itself. Uber can verify whether the code is valid and either fix the problem or issue a new code.
Gift card balance, expiration, and account changes
Uber Eats gift cards do not expire. A balance can sit in an account indefinitely and be used whenever the person wants to place an order. However, Uber's terms of service can change, and in rare cases a company may discontinue a service or change how gift cards work, so it is not may provide that a card will work forever.
If the person who received the gift card closes their Uber Eats account, the balance is typically lost and cannot be recovered. If they change their email address or phone number, the account and its balance move with them as long as they log in with the same credentials.
A gift card balance cannot be split across multiple accounts or transferred to someone else. If the recipient wants to give their balance to a friend, the only option is to place an order and have it delivered to that person, or to let them borrow the account to place their own order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I buy an Uber Eats gift card for someone who does not have an account yet?
Yes. The recipient can create an account anytime and add the gift card code to it. You can buy the card and send them the code by email, text, or any other way, and they can use it whenever they are ready. They do not need to have an account before you purchase the card.
What if the gift card balance is not enough to cover the full order?
The person can use the gift card to pay part of the order and add another payment method for the rest. At checkout, they select the gift card as their primary payment, and the balance is applied first. Any remaining amount due can be paid with a debit card, credit card, or other method on file.
Can I return or exchange an Uber Eats gift card?
If you bought the card from a retailer like Target or Walmart, you may be able to return it under that store's return policy if it has not been used. If you bought it directly from Uber and the code has not been redeemed, contact Uber support to request a refund. Once the code is used, the balance cannot be refunded.
Do Uber Eats gift cards work in every city?
Gift cards work anywhere Uber Eats operates. The recipient can use the balance to order from any restaurant or store available in their area through the app. If Uber Eats does not operate in their location, the card cannot be used there, but the balance remains available if they travel to an area where Uber Eats is available.
Is there a way to check a gift card balance?
Once the code is added to an account, the balance appears in the payment settings or account section of the app. If the code has not been added yet, there is no way to check the balance without entering it into an account first. Uber does not provide a balance checker for unused codes.