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Do Xbox gift cards work internationally?

To ensure that pricing for the Xbox Live Gold subscription service reflects the local market economies, Xbox Live Gold subscription cards are only redeemable in the country or region purchased and cannot be redeemed in any other country or region.
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Can you gift Xbox games to other countries?

The code was purchased in a different region and cannot be redeemed”—this means that givers and recipients must always be in the same country or region. If not, you can return the item for a refund.
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Can gift cards be used internationally?

Visa and Mastercard giftcards

Most Visa cards that you purchase are US-bound. However, Visa does offer some gifts cards that can be used abroad through banks, such as the PNC Bank Visa Gift card. You can find a variety of prepaid cards online that can be used internationally.
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Do Xbox gift cards work everywhere?

With a US Xbox Live account, you can redeem this gift card from anywhere in the world.
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How do I redeem a gift card on Xbox in a different region?

If you have changed your location since setting up your Xbox One, you can redeem the code by changing your location.
  1. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide.
  2. Select Profile & system > Settings > System > Language & location.
  3. Select Location and change it to your new location.
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Do Foreign Region Xbox/Microsoft Gift Cards Work?

Why can't I redeem my Xbox gift card?

If you're having trouble redeeming a digital code, it may be due to a service outage on our side. Check the Xbox status. If you see any alerts, wait until the service is up and running and then try again.
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Can you change region with gift card?

Gift cards can only be redeemed in the region they were created for. There's no way to bypass that.
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Is the Xbox card same as Microsoft Gift Card?

Microsoft gift cards and Xbox gift cards are essentially the same thing. They both add funds to your Microsoft account balance. So if the game allows you to use your Microsoft account balance on the purchase, then either gift card will work.
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What is the difference between Xbox gift card and gift card?

The xbox gift card is used to put credit on your Microsoft account to purchase items on the store. The xbox live card is used to buy the live service that allows you to play onlline games. Was this reply helpful?
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What's the difference between Xbox gift card and Xbox live gift card?

The XBox live card is to use for the live subscription to play online and the XBox gift card allows you to spend on games and things for games. Hope this helps! Sorry, there was a problem.
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What gift card works internationally?

Since many countries worldwide accept Visa and Mastercard, these cards are an excellent choice for overseas recipients. People around the world can shop in their home countries using a Visa or Mastercard gift card.
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What US cards can be used internationally?

Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover credit cards can be used internationally. However, Visa and Mastercard credit cards are more widely accepted abroad. Credit cards without foreign transaction fees are also crucial when traveling internationally.
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Which gift cards work globally?

Visa and Mastercard prepaid gift cards are available in multiple currencies, including U.S. and Canadian dollars. But they can be used for purchases in many other currencies as well. All of these cards work in the same way.
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Will my Xbox work in the US if I buy it in Europe?

The Xbox One S and Xbox One X have an internal power supply that works in all regions worldwide. Warning Microsoft does not license any non-Microsoft accessories that plug into the Xbox One power socket.
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Is the Xbox region-locked?

The Xbox and the Xbox 360 are region-locked, but some games are region-free and will play in any region. Digital content through Xbox Live on the Xbox 360 and original Xbox are also region-locked, such as DLC, movies, and apps.
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How to buy Xbox One games on foreign stores?

Access the game's page on our site Xbox-Store-Checker, then click on the button “View on Microsoft.com”. You'll be redirected to the official website Microsoft.com with the page of the game, and the desired store. When it is done, click on the button to buy the game.
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How do I convert my Xbox gift card to cash?

Gameflip is the safest way to sell Xbox live gift cards for cash. Gameflip is the simplest way to sell unwanted Xbox live gift cards for cash. You can sell any unused, prepaid and non-reloadable gift cards on Gameflip. Popular gift cards on Gameflip are Steam cards, PSN, Xbox Live, Amazon, iTunes, and Google Play cards ...
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What can a Xbox gift card be used for?

There are no fees or expiration dates, and either card can be used to buy: Subscriptions such as: Xbox Live Gold. Xbox Game Pass.
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Do Xbox gift cards expire?

The funds are directly deposited into your account when you redeem the cards and the funds expire 90 days after redeeming them.
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Do gift cards only work in certain countries?

Gift cards are country specific. It is not possible to use a gift card in another country even if the currency is the same.
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Can gift cards be used at any location?

Federal Law Offers Protections

Bank gift cards, which carry the logo of a payment card network (e.g., Visa, MasterCard), are also subject to Credit CARD Act protections and can be used wherever the brand is accepted.
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Can I convert gift card to cash in USA?

You can easily turn gift cards into cash (or more desirable gift cards) through reputable sites like Raise and CardCash. The site you choose will depend on the ease of sale and the type of gift card you have. You won't get full value for it, but that's still better than letting a gift card go unused.
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Why are Xbox gift cards region locked?

To ensure that pricing for the Xbox Live Gold subscription service reflects the local market economies, Xbox Live Gold subscription cards are only redeemable in the country purchased and cannot be redeemed in any other country.
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