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Can you buy stuff on Amazon with a prepaid card?

Author

William Jenkins

Updated on February 05, 2026

Amazon.com lets you use prepaid cards for the majority of purchases, but certain restrictions apply. Amazon.com doesn’t support entering the three-digit CVV code normally found on the back of some cards. If the code is required by the issuing bank, payments may not process successfully.

How do I make a payment on Amazon?

Use your Amazon credentials (your email address and Amazon password) when you are asked to sign in and accept Amazon’s Conditions of Use and Privacy Notice. Choose a payment method from your Amazon account to complete the payment or donation and easily complete the checkout process.

How do I use Apple pay on Amazon?

How to add your Apple Card to your Amazon account

  1. Go to in your browser (desktop preferred) or use the Amazon app.
  2. Log in if you are not logged in.
  3. Go to Your Account.
  4. Find Payment Options.
  5. Scroll down to the Add New Payment Method section.
  6. Click Add a card.

How much is the starting pay at Amazon?

Our starting hourly wages are at least $15 per hour for all full time, part time, and seasonal employees and contractors. In addition to fair pay, employees have opportunities to own Amazon stock, participate in 401(k) plans with 50% company match, and enroll in paid life and accident insurance.

Can you buy on Amazon with Apple Pay?

While Apple Card is designed to be used for contactless payments with an iPhone or online purchases though the Apple Pay system, it is a Mastercard with a credit card number which can be used like any other credit card. Amazon does not accept Apple Pay, Apple’s payment service.

How do I pay with Apple Pay in store?

Pay in stores and other places

  1. To use your default card, double-click the side button.
  2. Glance at your iPhone to authenticate with Face ID, or enter your passcode.
  3. Hold the top of your iPhone near the contactless reader until you see Done and a checkmark on the display.

Can you use a prepaid debit card on Amazon?

Amazon does not allow for debit or Prepaid cards to be used since a charge to them could fail should the seller not have enough funds available on either. A traditional unsecured card is required so that Amazon can charge a negative balance and receive funds without worrying about whether funds are available or not.

Can a gift card be used on Amazon?

Amazon will not allow split payments between gift cards loaded onto an account and other payment methods, so you have to line up the price of your purchases with your gift card balance.

Can you use a credit card to sell on Amazon?

Using a pre-paid or debit card, which are not accepted credit cards for a selling account. Until the card verification problem is resolved, Amazon won’t be able to process any payments for your account. Note: Only the primary account owner can make changes related to payment information.

Can you pay for a purchase with a Visa gift card?

To make a purchase greater than the balance on your Visa Gift card, a merchant may accept a second payment method (credit card, debit card, cash or cheque) to cover the difference if their policy allows. When making your purchase, tell the merchant in advance how much to deduct from your Visa Gift card and how you will pay for the difference.