You can send an Uber Eats gift card through the Uber app, by email, or as a physical card

The easiest way to send an Uber Eats gift card is through the Uber app on your phone. You pick the amount, choose who receives it, and they get a code they can use right away. You can also buy a physical gift card from a retail store and hand it over, or send one by email if you have the recipient's email address. The method you choose depends on whether you want to send it when ready or have time to buy a physical card.

All three routes work the same way once the recipient has the code: they enter it into their Uber Eats account or use it as a guest, and the balance appears in their account. The card never expires, so there is no rush to use it.

Key Takeaways

  • The Uber app lets you send a digital gift card in any amount from $15 to $500, and the recipient gets it within minutes.
  • You can send the gift card to a phone number, email address, or have Uber generate a link you share however you want.
  • Physical Uber Eats gift cards sold at grocery stores, pharmacies, and convenience stores work the same way but require you to buy them in person.
  • Once someone receives a gift card code, they can add it to their Uber Eats account or use it as a guest on their first order.
  • Uber Eats gift cards have no expiration date, so the recipient can use them whenever they want.

Sending a gift card through the Uber app

Open the Uber app and tap the account icon at the bottom right. Scroll down and tap "Gifts" or "Gift Cards" — the exact wording depends on your app version. Tap "Send a gift" or the plus icon to start a new gift card.

Choose the amount you want to send. The app usually offers preset amounts like $15, $25, $50, and $100, but you can often enter a custom amount between $15 and $500. Tap the amount and move to the next screen.

Select how you want to send it. You can enter a phone number, email address, or ask Uber to create a shareable link. If you use a phone number, Uber sends an SMS with the code. If you use an email, they send it to the inbox. If you choose the link option, you copy the link and send it however you want — text, email, social media, or messenger.

Add a personal message if you want, then tap "Send" or "Confirm." The recipient gets the code when ready, and you see a confirmation on your screen. The cost appears on your payment method right away.

Buying a physical gift card in a store

Uber Eats gift cards are sold at most grocery stores, drugstores, and convenience stores in the United States. Look for them near the checkout counter or in the gift card section. Common retailers that carry them include Target, Walmart, CVS, Walgreens, and Safeway, though availability varies by location.

Physical cards come in preset denominations, usually $15, $25, $50, and $100. You pay the face value at the register — a $25 card costs $25. There is no set up fee or extra charge.

Once you have the card, scratch off the back to reveal the code, or look for the code printed on the receipt if the store printed it instead. The recipient enters this code into the Uber Eats app or website to add the balance to their account. They can also use the code as a guest on their first order without creating an account.

Sending a gift card by email

If you want to send a digital card but do not have the recipient's phone number, email works just as well. In the Uber app, go to Gifts, tap "Send a gift," choose your amount, and select the email option.

Enter the recipient's email address and add a message if you want. Tap "Send," and Uber emails them a code and a link to redeem it. They can click the link in the email or manually enter the code in the Uber Eats app.

Email delivery is usually when ready, but check spam folders if the recipient does not see it within a few minutes. The email comes from Uber, so it should land in the main inbox, but email filters sometimes catch it.

What happens when someone receives a gift card

When the recipient gets the code, they can add it to their Uber Eats account right away or wait until they are ready to order. They open the Uber Eats app, go to the account section, and look for "Wallet," "Payment Methods," or "Gift Cards." They tap the option to add a gift card and enter the code.

The balance shows up in their account when ready. On their next order, the app automatically uses the gift card balance first, then charges any remaining amount to their payment method if the order costs more than the card balance.

If the recipient does not have an Uber Eats account, they can still use the gift card as a guest on their first order. During checkout, they enter the code instead of a credit card, and the balance covers the order.

Gift card amounts and limits

Through the Uber app, you can send amounts from $15 to $500 per gift card. You can send multiple cards to the same person if you want to give more than $500. Physical cards in stores usually come in $15, $25, $50, and $100 denominations, so you would need to buy more than one card to give a larger amount.

There is no limit to how many gift cards one person can receive or own. If someone gets multiple cards, each code adds to their account balance, and they can use them all on the same order or spread them across different orders.

Checking the status of a gift card you sent

If you sent a gift card through the Uber app, you can see whether it was delivered and whether the recipient has used it. Go back to the Gifts section in your account and look for your sent gifts. The app shows the status — usually "Sent," "Delivered," or "Redeemed."

If a gift card shows "Sent" but not "Delivered" after a few hours, check that you entered the phone number or email correctly. If the recipient says they never got it, ask them to check their spam folder if you sent it by email, or confirm their phone number if you sent it by text.

If a gift card is never redeemed, it stays in the recipient's account with no expiration date. They can use it whenever they want, even months or years later.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I send a gift card to someone who does not have an Uber Eats account yet?

Yes. They can use the code as a guest on their first order without creating an account. They enter the code at checkout instead of a payment method. If they want to save the balance for later, they can create an account and add the code to their wallet.

What if the recipient loses the gift card code?

If you sent it through the Uber app, they can check their email or text messages to find the code again. If they added it to their account already, the balance is saved in their wallet. If it was a physical card and they lost the card itself, the code is gone unless they wrote it down somewhere.

Can I use someone else's gift card on my account?

Yes. If someone gives you a code, you can add it to your Uber Eats account by going to your wallet and entering the code. Once it is added, the balance is yours to use.

Do Uber Eats gift cards work for Uber rides, or just food delivery?

Uber Eats gift cards work only for food delivery through the Uber Eats app. They cannot be used for Uber rides or Uber Eats Pass subscriptions. If you want to give someone money for rides, you would need to send an Uber gift card instead.

What if I sent a gift card to the wrong person?

Contact Uber support through the app and explain the mistake. If the card has not been redeemed yet, they may be able to cancel it and issue a new one to the correct recipient. If it has already been used, Uber usually cannot reverse it, so it is important to double-check the phone number or email before you send.