HT201195: If you can't redeem your iTunes or Apple Music Gift Card or content code

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marnus89

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Q: How do I redeem a Apple store Gift card with a different country code?

How do I redeem a Apple store Gift card with a different country code?

In my case my Aunt bought me a UK gift card and I live in South Africa.

Thanks!

Posted on Jul 29, 2015 12:57 PM

I have this question too

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A:

You cannot - an Apple store card is only valid in the country in which it is purchased.

Posted on Jul 29, 2015 1:00 PM

Q: How do I redeem a Apple store Gift card with a different country code?

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by Ralph Landry1,Solvedanswer

Ralph Landry1 Jul 29, 2015 1:00 PM in response to marnus89
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Jul 29, 2015 1:00 PM in response to marnus89

You cannot - an Apple store card is only valid in the country in which it is purchased.
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by KiltedTim,Helpful

KiltedTim Jul 29, 2015 1:00 PM in response to marnus89
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Jul 29, 2015 1:00 PM in response to marnus89

You don't. It's only valid in the UK. Send it back to her with thanks. you can not use it in South Africa.
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by Niel,Apple recommended

Niel Jul 29, 2015 1:01 PM in response to marnus89
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Jul 29, 2015 1:01 PM in response to marnus89

That card can’t be redeemed or spent outside of the UK.

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by marnus89,

marnus89 Aug 5, 2015 2:32 AM in response to KiltedTim
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Aug 5, 2015 2:32 AM in response to KiltedTim

Thanks! How long does a card stay valid?
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