Transactions with the following merchants are prohibited:
- Money transfers
- Firearm-related businesses
- Outbound telemarketing
- Tobacco businesses
- Marijuana-related businesses
- Money services from non-financial institutions (including cryptocurrency)
- Securities brokers/dealers
- Dating services
- Massage parlors
- Government-owned lotteries
- Government-licensed online casinos, online gambling
- Government-licensed horse/dog racing
- Betting, including lottery tickets, casino gaming chips, off-track betting, and wagers at race tracks
In addition, the card cannot be used for recurring and installment payments (e.g. for a recurring subscription like Netflix or Amazon Prime.)
When using your card, select credit as the method of payment. If debit is selected, the card could be declined.
If you're not sure where to use your card, Amazon accepts prepaid cards. You can also choose to reload your Amazon gift card balance. Click here for more info on how to proceed.