Last edit by: lowkeyflyer
This is the master thread for all VGC and MCGC sold at Staples.
The previous discussion can be found here.
The VGCs sold at Staples are issued by Metabank and serviced by Blackhawk Network.
The activation code for online purchase comes with the card. Cards purchased at store are activated at check-out.
To activate cards over the phone (without activation codes), call (877) 426-2551 to talk to a rep.
To activate cards over the web, www.giftcardkey.com.
The default PIN number is the last four digits of the card number but can be changed online.
As of 5/12/2014, all known portals are dead.
Earn 5x points with Chase Ink, or Simply Cash for 5% cash back
Buy Visa gift cards (Metabank) at Staples ($200 for $7.95) or the website ($300 for $8.95).
2k Limit per transaction / 10k per day for online. In-store is usually 2k but YMMV
Often times, there are promotions with no or reduced activation fees
The previous discussion can be found here.
The VGCs sold at Staples are issued by Metabank and serviced by Blackhawk Network.
The activation code for online purchase comes with the card. Cards purchased at store are activated at check-out.
To activate cards over the phone (without activation codes), call (877) 426-2551 to talk to a rep.
To activate cards over the web, www.giftcardkey.com.
The default PIN number is the last four digits of the card number but can be changed online.
As of 5/12/2014, all known portals are dead.
Earn 5x points with Chase Ink, or Simply Cash for 5% cash back
Buy Visa gift cards (Metabank) at Staples ($200 for $7.95) or the website ($300 for $8.95).
2k Limit per transaction / 10k per day for online. In-store is usually 2k but YMMV
Often times, there are promotions with no or reduced activation fees
Visa/MasterCard Gift Cards at Staples(2017 onwards)
#48
Join Date: Dec 2008
Posts: 377
I've always gotten 5% with AMEX Simply cards when purchasing GCs at from Staples (in store and online).
#49
Join Date: May 2015
Posts: 1,066
My Staples.com purchases show as
Category: Merchandise & Supplies - Internet Purchase
My Office Depot and Staples in store purchases show as
Category: Business Services - Office Supplies
#50
Join Date: Dec 2008
Posts: 377
Thanks, any idea on how your Staples.com purchases show up online? I'm just worried they changed something on their backend so that they don't code as 5% anymore.
My Staples.com purchases show as
Category: Merchandise & Supplies - Internet Purchase
My Office Depot and Staples in store purchases show as
Category: Business Services - Office Supplies
My Staples.com purchases show as
Category: Merchandise & Supplies - Internet Purchase
My Office Depot and Staples in store purchases show as
Category: Business Services - Office Supplies
#54
Join Date: Jan 2015
Posts: 159
#55
Join Date: Jan 2017
Posts: 20
I tried it his method, ordered 3x300 at staples.com, used one FB as debit, one FB as credit, took 6 days received the 3 cards from order date even though website said take 14 days to receive. Did not check my balances yet, but pretty sure I got my 5% back, not a smart way to make profit considering 3x8.95 fees. Just a test run.
#56
Join Date: Jan 2015
Posts: 159
I tried it his method, ordered 3x300 at staples.com, used one FB as debit, one FB as credit, took 6 days received the 3 cards from order date even though website said take 14 days to receive. Did not check my balances yet, but pretty sure I got my 5% back, not a smart way to make profit considering 3x8.95 fees. Just a test run.
#57
Join Date: Jan 2017
Posts: 20
Yes, one order with 2 FBS, at check out page, input one as debit card 1st, the system will auto drain all 500 from debit card, then remaining balance 427 will be charged to the credit card(another FB card which I registered 1st to be sure).
#58
Join Date: Jan 2015
Posts: 159
Thanks! That's great to know. This will be much more convenient than going to the store.
#59
Join Date: Jan 2014
Posts: 141
A great try. Don't know how long Staples.com will either ban 5B card user or kick out the payment method of using prepaid card.
I tried it his method, ordered 3x300 at staples.com, used one FB as debit, one FB as credit, took 6 days received the 3 cards from order date even though website said take 14 days to receive. Did not check my balances yet, but pretty sure I got my 5% back, not a smart way to make profit considering 3x8.95 fees. Just a test run.
#60
Join Date: Oct 2013
Posts: 483
Not sure I can handle it. If you are banned from gcmall, I can see trying this out. Even giftcard dot com is a easier, but costs a little more.