How do I resolve an invalid Apple Gift Card activation issue?

I bought a gift card and there’s no money on it and the store worker gave me receipt that shows they activate it and it’s saying invalid when I want to redeem it on my account

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Posted on Apr 14, 2025 5:36 PM

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Posted on Apr 14, 2025 5:42 PM

Please follow the steps in this Apple Support article. 


If you can't redeem your Apple Gift Card or App Store & iTunes Gift Card - Apple Support


If after reviewing the article, and following the directions in the article, you need additional assistance please follow the link below to contact official Apple Support. 


Contact Apple Gift Card Support


If you receive a request for payment using Apple Cash, or If you believe you are the victim of a scam, please contact Apple Support and report it to local law enforcement.


About Gift Card Scams - Apple Support


You may also report the scam to the FTC Complaint Assistant and to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center



If you receive a request for payment using Apple Cash, or If you believe you are the victim of a scam, please contact Apple Support and report it to local law enforcement.


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Apr 14, 2025 5:42 PM in response to linn202

Please follow the steps in this Apple Support article. 


If you can't redeem your Apple Gift Card or App Store & iTunes Gift Card - Apple Support


If after reviewing the article, and following the directions in the article, you need additional assistance please follow the link below to contact official Apple Support. 


Contact Apple Gift Card Support


If you receive a request for payment using Apple Cash, or If you believe you are the victim of a scam, please contact Apple Support and report it to local law enforcement.


About Gift Card Scams - Apple Support


You may also report the scam to the FTC Complaint Assistant and to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center



If you receive a request for payment using Apple Cash, or If you believe you are the victim of a scam, please contact Apple Support and report it to local law enforcement.


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