How do Gift Cards Work?
Choose the amount you want on your gift card
Buy the discounted gift card
Use it instantly at checkout (instore and online)
Huge Choice & Everyday Value
Over 170 brands — from travel and restaurants to coffee and supermarkets — ready for everyday use: groceries, gifts, treats, even your morning coffee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Got a question? We can help! Look at our FAQ's
It’s simple! Open your Discounts for Carers website or app and browse our gift cards or search for the one you want, click Purchase Gift Card, choose the amount, and check out via your card details or Apple/Google Pay .Your gift card is ready instantly, it takes 2 minutes — no extra logins, no fuss.
You’re in control! Pick the value that suits your budget, whether it’s a coffee treat or a big shop.
Nope. What you see is what you get — the pre-discounted value goes entirely toward your gift card balance.
Absolutely. From Apple Pay to a bank transfer, we make it easy: use your preferred payment method, and your savings are ready instantly.
Our suggestion? A bank transfer makes it quick, simple, and easier for repeated use.
Open the Discounts for Carers website and head to My account, my Gift Cards. You’ll see all the cards you’ve purchased right there. Just tap the one you want to use — then either scan the QR code in-store or enter the code online at checkout. Easy as that.
Usually both! Most retailers accept gift cards online and in-store. Not sure? Just check the offer page before you shop to make sure your card works where you want to use it.
Yes — you can spend part of your balance and keep the rest to use anytime. Your savings move at your speed.
You can top up with another payment method to cover the remaining amount.
Yes — many of our gift cards can be stacked with other scheme offers, giving you maximum savings.
Lightning fast. Your purchases will appear in the ‘Gift Card’ section of your account within minutes of purchase.
Not yet — our gift cards are made for your own use (think: everyday spending, not gifting).
Most don’t for at least 12 months, but it can vary by retailer. You’ll always see the expiry details before you buy so there are no surprises.