Aug 2, 13, 7:51 pm
Last edit by: CWAL
A new thread was created for the new year in 2017. This is the old thread. For the 2017 on this topic, go here: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/manufactured-spending/1819562-cvs-master-thread-2017-a.html
CVS is cash only for all Incomm-related reloads and reloadable cards, including Vanilla Reloads and Serve swipe reloads. See memo to stores for complete list. Other cards at CVS can still be bought using credit, but YMMV depending on location, Manager, etc.
New limits rolling out starting 10/20:
Transactions with $300 or more of card face value require ID.
Limit $2000 of card face value per 24 hour rolling period.
Limit of 10 cards per 24 hours.
Cashback posted in 48 hours.
Cash Register Freezing
Multiple reports that the CVS cash register will freeze and lock after scanning the ID when purchasing multiple prepaid cards. Then the register's computer needs to be restarted. Some report that "swiping" the ID instead of "scanning" will avoid the issue.
Limit of 7 tenders (swipes) per transaction. This is most commonly run into when using low-value AGCs. After seven, the transaction must be complete, no cash (or any other payment method) will be accepted to pay the balance.
CVS is cash only for all Incomm-related reloads and reloadable cards, including Vanilla Reloads and Serve swipe reloads. See memo to stores for complete list. Other cards at CVS can still be bought using credit, but YMMV depending on location, Manager, etc.
New limits rolling out starting 10/20:
Transactions with $300 or more of card face value require ID.
Limit $2000 of card face value per 24 hour rolling period.
Limit of 10 cards per 24 hours.
Cashback posted in 48 hours.
Cash Register Freezing
Multiple reports that the CVS cash register will freeze and lock after scanning the ID when purchasing multiple prepaid cards. Then the register's computer needs to be restarted. Some report that "swiping" the ID instead of "scanning" will avoid the issue.
Limit of 7 tenders (swipes) per transaction. This is most commonly run into when using low-value AGCs. After seven, the transaction must be complete, no cash (or any other payment method) will be accepted to pay the balance.
CVS master thread(2013-2016)
Nov 30, 13, 10:48 am
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My post wasn't concerning VRs as much as it was Visa/MC gift card purchases. In both Dallas and Boston, they don't have the same policy.
Nov 30, 13, 5:25 pm
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It won't even take me to the second page. SO I have not gotten a chance to put in the card number.
Nov 30, 13, 5:36 pm
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Nov 30, 13, 7:03 pm
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I just got back from my most Reliable CVS store today. MOD had a new procedure that they have to follow for all gift card purchases over $200. It's a manual version of the $1000+ a day ID scan procedure. Any gift card purchase over $200 that is made with a credit card must be logged in on a clipboard. The information to be logged it includes name, DL number and amount being purchased. They also had an big highlighted writing No gift cards for gift cards.
This is the only store doing this at the moment.
I hope it doesn't catch on.
This is the only store doing this at the moment.
I hope it doesn't catch on.
what is DL number?
Nov 30, 13, 8:23 pm
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Nov 30, 13, 8:32 pm
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Got so excited last night to find about two dozen beans in my local CVS. They have been out for over two months. And, they're the only CVS within ten miles that takes cc. Bought two last night. Went back today for two more and they're all gone!
I've been stopping in this store 2-3 times a week. I'm going to alter my commute to stop in twice a day now. Appears I have competition
I've been stopping in this store 2-3 times a week. I'm going to alter my commute to stop in twice a day now. Appears I have competition
Nov 30, 13, 8:35 pm
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Here's another strike supporting the idea that the $1k/day rule is objective per manager.
Over the past 6 months, been buying VRs periodically at my CVS outpost in Northern AZ. Usually during the day. No probs with avail, no probs with limits, save for what my CC can handle.
Went in yesterday intent to buy $5k in beans. Cashier told me cash only, couldn't convince her to try it anyway. So I had her call the manager up. Manager said $1000 daily limit. Was a different manager than all previous trips (was a later at night visit). So rang the $1k and walked out with my tail between my legs.
Gonna try tomorrow to see if it's a new store rule
Over the past 6 months, been buying VRs periodically at my CVS outpost in Northern AZ. Usually during the day. No probs with avail, no probs with limits, save for what my CC can handle.
Went in yesterday intent to buy $5k in beans. Cashier told me cash only, couldn't convince her to try it anyway. So I had her call the manager up. Manager said $1000 daily limit. Was a different manager than all previous trips (was a later at night visit). So rang the $1k and walked out with my tail between my legs.
Gonna try tomorrow to see if it's a new store rule
Nov 30, 13, 8:53 pm
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I do believe him, that he was told "cash only notice sent nationwide" by an employee. I just don't believe the employee who said it to him!
Nov 30, 13, 9:03 pm
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If it was sent out nationwide, then the employee's in San Diego haven't gotten the memo and the computers have not been hardwired for cash only yet. I'm due back in Phoenix, for a day, will check out my new best friend of a CVS and buy more, then off to Virginia Beach.... Haven't had time to check bean locations there yet, but will report back when I find some.
Nov 30, 13, 9:30 pm
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No issues whatsoever today at 2 of my favorite 4 stores.
Nov 30, 13, 9:52 pm
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Got $10k today no issues on 2 different cards.
Nov 30, 13, 11:21 pm
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Update: Just got off the phone with InComm.
Turns out 3-4 of the cards have been used already and the rest are inactive.
They've asked me to send them all the copies etc, which I'm going to do tomorrow.
Kinda' freaked out and hoping this gets resolved. Has anyone been in a situation like this before?
P.S- I purchased the cards 3 days ago. Didn't get a chance to use them until now. Scratched the silver strip 10 minutes before posting here.
Turns out 3-4 of the cards have been used already and the rest are inactive.
They've asked me to send them all the copies etc, which I'm going to do tomorrow.
Kinda' freaked out and hoping this gets resolved. Has anyone been in a situation like this before?
P.S- I purchased the cards 3 days ago. Didn't get a chance to use them until now. Scratched the silver strip 10 minutes before posting here.
Oh, and happy new month.
Dec 1, 13, 10:12 am
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Bought 12k over the last 3 days all on my TYP-- no issues. Obviously they didn't get the cash notification out here on the east coast.
Dec 1, 13, 11:31 am
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