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)
Jun 23, 2013, 1:51 pm
#781
Join Date: Sep 2011
Posts: 891
I am trying to find Vanilla Reloads in Chicago NORTHWEST Suburbs and its very hard to find as Cvs stopped carrying them. Does anyone have any tip or ideas, please pm if you prefer.
Jun 23, 2013, 2:42 pm
#782
Join Date: Aug 2012
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This cashier is one that I have used before without an issue.
Jun 23, 2013, 6:12 pm
#785
Join Date: May 2013
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I work at CVS in a chicagoland store and I have no problems purchasing vanilla reloads for myself or ringing them out for others when they request it. You do need the last 4 digits of the card being used (normal for any transaction over $200 I think) and there is NO need for a manager override of any sort. Any regular cashier can ring you out from start to finish.
Jun 24, 2013, 9:33 am
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@Vety, PM sent.
Last edited by troyhouse; Jun 24, 2013 at 9:58 am
Jun 24, 2013, 8:55 pm
#787
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Explain please
I have read this thread. Could someone explain in lay man's terms what you are doing with the vanilla gift cards?
Jun 24, 2013, 9:02 pm
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Jun 24, 2013, 9:02 pm
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Jun 24, 2013, 9:09 pm
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Went to CVS tonight a store I go to all the time regular worker who rings me up all the time told me Memo came down cash or debit only no more credit.
Jun 24, 2013, 9:18 pm
#791
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You must read if you want to comprehend.
You will not be spoonfed here.
We help those who help themselves (usually).
Jun 24, 2013, 9:58 pm
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Jun 24, 2013, 11:12 pm
#793
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I work at CVS and there is NO SUCH THING AS OF NOW of an internal memo or requirement on a corporate level. This means that there is NO HARDCODED requirement on the register (point-of-sale) that forces cash or debit only. However, district managers and store managers who have access to revenue sources and can see the associated cost of selling these beans do have the power to issue store-specific memos that will forbid cashiers from ringing out these purchases.
Again, it is NOT HARDCODED into the register. If you ask nicely most cashiers won't mind but it's not something they would risk if their manager is standing nearby.
Again, it is NOT HARDCODED into the register. If you ask nicely most cashiers won't mind but it's not something they would risk if their manager is standing nearby.
Jun 24, 2013, 11:19 pm
#794
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I work at CVS and there is NO SUCH THING AS OF NOW of an internal memo or requirement on a corporate level. This means that there is NO HARDCODED requirement on the register (point-of-sale) that forces cash or debit only. However, district managers and store managers who have access to revenue sources and can see the associated cost of selling these beans do have the power to issue store-specific memos that will forbid cashiers from ringing out these purchases.
Again, it is NOT HARDCODED into the register. If you ask nicely most cashiers won't mind but it's not something they would risk if their manager is standing nearby.
Again, it is NOT HARDCODED into the register. If you ask nicely most cashiers won't mind but it's not something they would risk if their manager is standing nearby.
Is the cost difference to CVS substantial? cash/debit vs credit card