How to check your Tesco Gift Card balance

There are two convenient ways to check your Tesco Gift Card balance. You can either check your card’s balance online through the Tesco Gift Cards website; or, if you are already out and about or would prefer to speak with someone directly, check your card’s balance by asking at the customer desk at any Tesco store. 

Both of these balance-checks are quick and easy, ensuring you always know exactly how much you have available to spend, and allowing you to get the most value out of your Tesco Gift Card.

The online balance checker at tescogiftcards.com is the most convenient way to check your balance from anywhere, at any time. The online balance check not only shows your current balance but also displays your recent transaction history, helping you keep track of your spending. 

Here’s your step-by-step guide to checking your Tesco Gift Card balance online:

• Visit the Tesco Gift Cards website at www.tescogiftcards.com/balance
• Locate the balance checker section
• Enter your 19-digit card number in the specified field (on physical gift cards,
• this on the back of the card)
• Enter your 3-digit PIN in the designated area
• Click to check your balance
• Your current balance will be displayed on the screen, along with your recent transaction history

Please note that if you have just purchased a Tesco e-Gift Card, it can take up to 2 hours for it to be authorised and ready for balance checking.

If you prefer a more personal approach, checking your balance in store is straightforward. The staff at Tesco will be happy to help, and you can also call the dedicated balance check service if you would prefer to check over the phone. 

Here’s how to check your Tesco Gift Card balance at a physical Tesco store:

• Head to the Customer Service Desk
• Present your Tesco Gift Card or e-gift card to a member of staff
• They will scan your card and inform you of your current balance
• Alternatively, you can call the Balance Check Service on 0345 0757757
• Your balance will also be printed on your till receipt when you use it to make a purchase at most Tesco checkouts

To successfully check your Tesco Gift Card balance, you will need to have certain information at hand. Here’s what you’ll need to check your Tesco Gift Card balance:

• Your 19-digit gift card number (found on the back of physical Tesco Gift Cards)
• Your 3-digit PIN (also located on the back of physical cards, usually hidden under a scratch-off panel)
• (if checking in store) Your physical Tesco Gift Card

Both the card number and PIN are clearly printed on the back of your Tesco Gift Card. The PIN is typically covered by a silver scratch-off panel that you will need to remove in order to reveal the numbers. Keep these details secure, as anyone with access to both your card number and PIN can check your balance or potentially use your gift card.

With both online and in-store options available, checking the balance of your Tesco Gift Card is simple. Remember that the Tesco Gift Card is valid for 5 years from the date purchase, giving you plenty of time to enjoy your shopping.