How Do I Send Someone a Uber Gift Card?

An Uber gift card is a great way to help a friend or family member catch a ride or have a meal or two delivered to them. You can purchase and email electronic cards online or have a classic card mailed to someone's home. You can also purchase gift cards at retail locations and hand-deliver them, or you can send cards instantly through the Uber app.

Christian Allen is the editor / author responsible for this content.
Jul 13, 2023

Ride-sharing and meal delivery have changed how people get to their destinations, and Uber is one of the leaders in ride-share/meal delivery services. How do you send someone an Uber gift card? You can learn more about Uber services and accepted payment methods by contacting customer support here, and below are steps to sending someone a gift card.

Sending Someone an Uber Gift Card

Uber provides four ways to purchase and send gift cards to others: online, through the mail, in person or with the mobile app.

Online Uber Gift Cards

To send someone an Uber gift card online, follow the steps below.

  1. Open Uber's website in your search engine.
  2. Scroll to the bottom of the screen and click "Gift Cards."
  3. Select the "Buy Now" button.
  4. Choose the card design.
  5. Set the card amount.
  6. Designate send by email to send an electronic card.
  7. Enter the recipient's name, email address, a personalized message and your name.
  8. Set the delivery date.
  9. Add the card to your cart. You will be automatically taken to payment details.
  10. Enter your email address, address and payment information.
  11. Agree to the terms and conditions and click "Confirm purchase."

Uber Gift Cards Through the Mail

You can also have an Uber gift card sent to someone through regular mail by following these steps.

  1. Open Uber's website in your search engine.
  2. Scroll to the bottom of the screen and click "Gift Cards."
  3. Select the "Buy Now" button.
  4. Choose the card design.
  5. Set the card amount.
  6. Designate send by mail to send a classic gift card.
  7. Enter the recipient's name, a personalized message, the person's mailing address, and your name.
  8. Set the delivery date.
  9. Add the card to your cart. You will be automatically taken to payment details.
  10. Enter your email address, address and payment information.
  11. Agree to the terms and conditions and click "Confirm purchase.

In Person

You can also purchase Uber gift cards at many retail outlets and hand-deliver them to the recipient. Take the card to the nearest customer service desk to have the amount added to it, pay at the desk and then give it to a friend or family member, or keep it to use later on for a special occasion for yourself.

Via Mobile App

If you and your loved one have the mobile app, you can send a gift card to them in seconds app to app. Follow these steps:

  1. Open the Uber app on your phone or tablet.
  2. Log into your account.
  3. Go to the menu and select "Send a Gift."
  4. Choose the recipient and amount.
  5. Set the payment (either by using the default payment method stored or entering another payment method).
  6. Select send to deliver their gift immediately.

Uber gift cards can only be used for food and ride-share in the United States. In other areas, you must choose the card design specifically for Uber Eats or Uber Ride. Sending someone a gift card is easy and convenient using one of the four methods listed above. For more information or assistance, contact Uber customer support here.

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