Aug 2, 2013, 6:51 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)
Feb 10, 2014, 7:13 pm
#4276
Join Date: Jan 2014
Posts: 201
I found one Chevron gas station that has a store, and I found they sell PayPal reload debit Mastercard and Netspend reload pack and accept payment by credit card. Do you know Netspend reload pack that you an reload up to $400 and charge $3.95 activation fee? Is it good? I saw it can be reloaded i to netspend visa or mastercard....so why people are so inclined to buy VR more than Netspend if they both have same feature (billpay, etc).
Feb 10, 2014, 7:18 pm
#4277
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Florida:)
Programs: AA, HH, SPG, UA
Posts: 269
For the ones who are buying 1k-5k at once, are they still swiping you license? Why do they do that? I used to buy 1k at once, but ever since they starting swiping the ID, I just get 500 at a time....which has completely slowed my game!!!
Feb 10, 2014, 7:55 pm
#4278
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: CT
Programs: HH Diamond, Marriott Platinum
Posts: 429
... I know longer worry about it, yesterday bought 5k with wifey right behind me buying another 5k.
Feb 10, 2014, 8:04 pm
#4279
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: Washington, DC
Posts: 1,727
I never do less than 3K, most of the time 5k, always a scan above 1k-- the real reason they do it-- who the hell knows. I've heard fraud alert, money laundering, illegal alien transport... I know longer worry about it, yesterday bought 5k with wifey right behind me buying another 5k.
... I know longer worry about it, yesterday bought 5k with wifey right behind me buying another 5k.
Feb 10, 2014, 8:24 pm
#4280
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Los Angles
Posts: 2,101
U can buy 2 by ringing up separately. U can also go to Walgreen (oneV not sure of VR) no ID.
Feb 10, 2014, 9:10 pm
#4281
Join Date: Jan 2013
Programs: UA 1K | MR Platinum
Posts: 492
I found one Chevron gas station that has a store, and I found they sell PayPal reload debit Mastercard and Netspend reload pack and accept payment by credit card. Do you know Netspend reload pack that you an reload up to $400 and charge $3.95 activation fee? Is it good? I saw it can be reloaded i to netspend visa or mastercard....so why people are so inclined to buy VR more than Netspend if they both have same feature (billpay, etc).
Feb 10, 2014, 9:36 pm
#4282
Join Date: Feb 2006
Programs: HH Gold (again), US/UA/DL non-elite, ZE Presidents Circle, WN reluctant no fee convert.
Posts: 1,449
The local grocer done went and stomped on my aorta. After telling me last week VRs could be paid for with CC, their register disagreed.
I have now bought 5 VRs, with four bought at CVS nearby, one at CVS far, far away.
Did $1.5k in one visit. I think I could have done more. I offered my ID and it was looked at, not scanned.
I have now bought 5 VRs, with four bought at CVS nearby, one at CVS far, far away.
Did $1.5k in one visit. I think I could have done more. I offered my ID and it was looked at, not scanned.
Feb 10, 2014, 10:05 pm
#4283
Formerly known as cagalindo
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: MCO TPA
Programs: Citi AA/HH/TYP Amex SPG/HH & Chase SP/PC
Posts: 1,335
10k spend, VR please don't go!
Feb 11, 2014, 1:35 am
#4284
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: PHX & AGP
Programs: AA Lifetime PLT, Bonvoy Lifetime Titanium, Hilton Gold
Posts: 11,463
Why? What is the fear? You will never make enough points that way...
Feb 11, 2014, 1:41 am
#4285
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: PHX & AGP
Programs: AA Lifetime PLT, Bonvoy Lifetime Titanium, Hilton Gold
Posts: 11,463
This is the reason to do 5K, if they are to come by and you find 5K, then buy them.... Just bought 5K more today and it was the first time my Citi Exec card got a fraud alert.. Took all of 45 seconds to clear it up..
Feb 11, 2014, 9:26 am
#4286
Join Date: Mar 2013
Posts: 506
Dang, my local stores are running low on ice cream.
Feb 11, 2014, 9:37 am
#4288
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Long Beach
Programs: HHonors Diamond, Hyatt Diamond
Posts: 1,171
Feb 11, 2014, 2:34 pm
#4289
Join Date: Aug 2012
Posts: 367
This is likely bogus, but I wanted to know if anyone else heard this - especially in Chicago and surrounding burbs:
I've had a hard time finding VRs for about a month. Stores that usually have them have been out, and some new stores I have been to didn't even look like they were carrying them. I went in to one of my 2 regular stores today and there were none on the rack. When I asked if they are still carrying them I was told that no CVS stores are carrying them anymore. I asked if this was something she was told by her management, or did they actually receive a memo. She stated an e-mail was sent and that it said something about them having a problem with InComm (she didn't know that name, I'm filling in) or the payment processor.
She also said something about the fact that one reason was a problem that people were earning extrabux with the purchase of VRs (I don't know if that was ever true or not - but I have a feeling if it was, it hasn't been for a while).
Anyway - I don't think I buy it - but curious if others heard any recent localized reports.
I've had a hard time finding VRs for about a month. Stores that usually have them have been out, and some new stores I have been to didn't even look like they were carrying them. I went in to one of my 2 regular stores today and there were none on the rack. When I asked if they are still carrying them I was told that no CVS stores are carrying them anymore. I asked if this was something she was told by her management, or did they actually receive a memo. She stated an e-mail was sent and that it said something about them having a problem with InComm (she didn't know that name, I'm filling in) or the payment processor.
She also said something about the fact that one reason was a problem that people were earning extrabux with the purchase of VRs (I don't know if that was ever true or not - but I have a feeling if it was, it hasn't been for a while).
Anyway - I don't think I buy it - but curious if others heard any recent localized reports.
Feb 11, 2014, 2:51 pm
#4290
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: CT
Programs: HH Diamond, Marriott Platinum
Posts: 429
Same card, she's an AU. Been doing it for about a month now--not always right behind me but same day when we can. I drive by CVS on the way home and always used to stop to pick up 1-3k. No more, staying with 5k as long as they are stocked.