Feb 9, 2017, 8:17 pm
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)
Dec 2, 2017, 8:49 am
#588
Join Date: Jul 2014
Posts: 3,688
I don't buy stuff from Staples so I trade their store GC at hotelsdotcom to save more points that I can use for hotel reservations. If the store takes them as partial payment for VGCs, I do that first and the hotelsdotcom is my last option.
Dec 2, 2017, 2:20 pm
#589
Join Date: May 2015
Posts: 1,066
Dec 2, 2017, 2:37 pm
#590
Join Date: Sep 2014
Posts: 1,837
Dec 2, 2017, 7:00 pm
#591
Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: DUB-BOS
Programs: various
Posts: 3,683
Last week they also had McAfee antivirus, 1c with $39 rebate, so another good way to monetize.
Dec 3, 2017, 6:41 am
#592
Join Date: Jun 2015
Posts: 348
The deal works for me. I pay property taxes, insurance or make church donations with the AGC. Perfect timing.
Dec 4, 2017, 6:56 am
#593
Join Date: Aug 2013
Posts: 1,207
I think you mean Sun/Mon, rebates don't run Sat/Sun as they all start on Sunday
Dec 4, 2017, 2:18 pm
#595
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Los Angeles
Posts: 740
Staples only sells GCs $200 and under in store, however that number goes up by $100 online.
Dec 5, 2017, 1:46 pm
#598
Join Date: Jul 2014
Posts: 3,688
Yes, it will post as purchase. Keep in mind that the maximum VGC load at Staples online is $300 with $8.95 fee and there is no bonus via portal. Check Simon for their $500 VGCs and lower fees and shipping (no portal bonus) if you're trying to meet MSR.