Trading in at Apple Store vs mail-in

I have made arrangements to trade in a device through the online trade for Apple Gift card option. Would I receive the gift card faster if I deliver the device to the local Apple store? Will the device be verifying on the spot, or does it have to be sent back to Apple elsewhere?


iPad mini 5 Wi-Fi, Cellular

Posted on Aug 23, 2021 1:09 PM

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Posted on Aug 23, 2021 3:15 PM

Trade-ins at an Apple store are done immediately. You will have

the credit/gift card when you leave. It is highly recommended

that you make an appointment to avoid delay at the store.

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