Can I redeem a Nintendo Switch code from another country?

Nintendo Switch Online membership

Nintendo Switch Online membership

Purchasing a Nintendo Switch Online Family or Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack Family membership provides the Nintendo Switch Online service to everyone in the purchaser's Nintendo Account family group (up to 8 Nintendo Account users). Family memberships can be purchased by anyone aged 18+.

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codes are specific to a particular region, which means they can only be redeemed on systems and/or Nintendo Accounts

Nintendo Accounts

A Nintendo Account is an account that is required for using certain services from Nintendo, such as Nintendo Switch online services (including access to the Nintendo Switch eShop), off-device software purchases and the My Nintendo loyalty service.

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Nintendo Account Overview

that are set to that same region. Codes purchased for use in the U.S., Canada, or Mexico can only be used with a Nintendo Account set to one of those three countries.

Are Nintendo Switch game codes region locked?

Yes. 100 percent. The switch console is region unlocked. Meaning you can play games from different countries on a console from a different country.

How can I access my Nintendo eShop from another country?

The Nintendo Switch eShop will always match the country setting for your Nintendo Account. If you need to change your Nintendo Account country, you will access the Nintendo eShop for that country the next time you connect on Nintendo Switch.

How do I redeem a Nintendo code in the US?

Complete these steps

Select Nintendo eShop on the HOME Menu to launch the Nintendo eShop. Select the account you want to use. Select Enter Code on the left side of the screen. Enter the 16-character download code.

Can I gift a switch game to someone in another country?

No. It is not possible to send a gift in the Nintendo eShop (on-device or off-device). You may consider gifting a prepaid Nintendo eShop card or a download code instead.

How to Change Eshop Region on Nintendo Switch (Fast Method)

Do Switch games from other countries work?

Are Nintendo Switch game cards region locked? Nintendo Switch game cards are not region locked.

How do I buy a Switch game from another region?

If you want to browse the eShop in another region to play region-locked games, or access regional discounts to save money on Switch games, you'll need to create another Nintendo account and link it to a new profile on your Switch. You cannot switch between eShop regions within the same user account.

Why can't I redeem my Nintendo eShop card?

Make sure your Nintendo Account country settings match the region you used when the vouchers were purchased. Check the list of games available to purchase with a voucher to confirm that the title you wish to purchase is eligible. Confirm that the game has not already been purchased on your Nintendo Switch console.

What is the US tax free zip code for Nintendo Switch eShop?

97222 – Milwaukie, Oregon.

Why does it say Nintendo eShop Cannot currently be used in your country region?

Nintendo eShop is an online shop that Nintendo 3DS and Wii U users can access to buy new games. Unfortunately, it's not available in all countries due to licensing issues. You can set a new device region and if that doesn't work, you can use a VPN service.

Can you get banned for changing region on Switch?

Definitely not. Switching region is your own choice. You can play in any region you like. No one have a right, and no one will punish you for doing it.

Are digital codes region locked?

Yes.

What region is Nintendo Switch code?

The Nintendo Switch is region-free, therefore allowing games from any region to be played, whether through physical cartridges or digital downloads. For instance, games from the Nintendo eShop can be purchased and downloaded regardless of region. These regions are: Japan.

Can I use a Visa gift card on the Nintendo eShop switch?

Yep, they should work. I've been using Visa gift cards for a while and they work perfectly, since they act just like debit cards. I've been buying nintendo eshop gift cards from www.nintendocarddelivery.com - this gets me access to the US store, and I can buy the cards discounted with PayPal.

What is the 16 digit code on Nintendo eShop card?

The download code is a 16-digit code that is printed on the receipt you received from the retailer. If you provided an e-mail address to the retailer when you bought the code, check your e-mail. The retailer may also have sent you an e-mail with a copy of your download code.

Can you redeem Nintendo gift card online?

What to do. Select Sign in and enter your Nintendo Account e-mail address and password, and then select Sign in again. Re-enter your Nintendo Account password when prompted, then select Redeem to complete the process.

Why can't I redeem my Nintendo switch code?

Verify that the country setting on your system is correct on your Nintendo Switch. A download code can only be redeemed on a Nintendo eShop set to the same region as the game. (For example, a code sold for use in Japan can only be redeemed with a Nintendo Account and/or Nintendo eShop also set to Japan.)

Why is my Nintendo switch unable to redeem code?

Verify that the country/region setting for your Nintendo Account is correct on your Nintendo Switch console. A download code can only be redeemed if the code is from the same country/region as the country/region set for your Nintendo Account.

Why is Nintendo declining my card?

Verify that there are enough funds available on the card.

If there aren't enough funds for the purchase that you're trying to make, the transaction will be declined.

Is it OK to buy a Nintendo Switch from another country?

Although it may be possible, there are different factors to consider such as voltage requirements, wireless communication requirements, warranty coverage, etc. To ensure proper performance, service and support, Nintendo recommends using the Nintendo Switch console in the country where it was purchased.

Can you play imported games on a Switch?

The Nintendo Switch is region-free, so users can play games made for any region. This means users can import games or buy games through different region's eShops.

Which region can use Nintendo eShop?

Nintendo eShop: Available in Canada, Brazil, Mexico, and the United States. Theme Shop: Available in the Canada, Brazil, Mexico, and the United States.

How do I bypass region lock?

Luckily, there's an easy way to get around geo-blocking: connect to a Virtual Private Network (VPN). VPNs work by routing your traffic through a server in another country. This hides your real IP address — which is often used to determine your location — and replaces it with a temporary, country-specific IP address.