Barnes & Noble Discount Gift Cards
How to use Barnes & Noble gift cards
Barnes & Noble gift cards work in-store and at bn.com.
In any Barnes & Noble, show the eGift card barcode at checkout. Works at the register and the in-store cafe.
Online at bn.com, enter the card number and PIN at checkout. You can use multiple cards per order.
Gift cards cover books, Nook e-readers and tablets, toys, games, puzzles, stationery, and cafe food and drinks.
For a full walkthrough, see our guide on how to use gift cards online.
How to check your Barnes & Noble gift card balance
Check your Barnes & Noble gift card balance online (sign-in required) by entering the card number and PIN.
For other brands, our guide on how to check any gift card balance covers the steps for every major retailer.
Why book lovers save with gift cards
If you're a regular reader buying a few books a month, the costs add up. Buying gift cards at a discount means every book costs less. Check the current discount above.
Barnes & Noble Members ($39.99/year) get 10% off most items. Your discounted gift card stacks on top of member pricing. That's two layers of savings on every purchase.
Barnes & Noble Membership
Members get 10% off most items in-store and online, free shipping, exclusive offers, and a birthday reward. You earn all member benefits when paying with gift cards. Gift card spending counts toward the value of membership.
Returns at Barnes & Noble
Most items can be returned within 30 days with a receipt. Nook devices have a 14-day window. Refunds on gift card purchases are issued as store credit.
Common questions
Do Barnes & Noble gift cards work at the cafe?
Yes. Accepted for cafe food and drinks.
Do they expire?
No. No expiration, no fees. See our guide on whether gift cards expire.
Can I use multiple gift cards?
Yes. No limit per transaction.
Can I get cash back for a Barnes & Noble gift card balance?
Usually gift cards are not redeemable for cash, but some states require it for small leftover balances. California, for example, requires retailers to cash out gift card balances under $10, and several other states have similar rules with different thresholds. Check your state law for the exact amount.
Barnes & Noble promo codes and coupons
Searching for Barnes & Noble promo codes? Codes are hit or miss, expire quickly, and often exclude what you actually want. A discounted Barnes & Noble gift card works differently: it gives you a guaranteed discount on every purchase, stacks on top of any sale or coupon you do find, and never expires. Check the current discount above, then apply the card at checkout.
Where we get these cards
We buy Barnes & Noble gift cards in bulk from authorized distributors. Every card is verified, delivered instantly as an eGift code, and is backed by our 100-day money-back guarantee.
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