Costco : How do I use a VISA credit card at Costco?

Updated Nov 9, 2024
Costco Warehouse
To the point There's a simple way to use a VISA credit card at Costco, so you can earn lots of points and miles!

Costco and credit cards

Our readers often ask how to use a Visa credit card at Costco warehouses.

For a few years now, Costco Canada has only accepted Mastercard for warehouse payments (in addition to cash or debit card payments).

In fact, we have established a list of the best Mastercard credit cards to use at Costco. For example, you can collect 2X AIR MILES at Costco with the BMO® AIR MILES® World Elite Mastercard®*.

At the warehouse, you cannot use a VISA credit card (or an American Express card). However, there is a way to use a VISA credit card: on the Costco.ca website!

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The Costco.ca website

The costco.ca website allows you to pay with a VISA credit card or a Mastercard credit card!

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It is quite convenient for all products available on the website (however, most of these products will generally be more expensive than those found in the warehouse). This remains interesting for the purchase of household appliances.

But what interests us most here is the possibility of buying, with a VISA credit card, “Shop” cards you can then use at the warehouse!

Costco Shop Cards

Costco “Shop” cards are simply gift cards that you can use :

  • At the warehouse
  • at Costco gas stations
  • on Costco.ca

They come in different denominations, from $50 to $2,000. For example, you could buy 3 $1, 000 cards (Costco’s purchase card limit is $10,000 per day).

And you can buy them with a VISA credit card.

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Moreover, it is now possible to receive them in digital version: you will not have to wait for a delivery by mail and will be able to use them quickly!

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These Shop cards can also be used by people who are not Costco members!

If you are a Costco member, you can pass on your membership to others: in exchange for this service, you will use your credit card to buy them a Shop Card (and they will send you an Interac as a refund)!

So you’ll earn Points and Cash Back on your VISA credit card 😉

Which VISA credit cards for Costco

The CIBC Costco Mastercard credit card

The CIBC Costco Mastercard is Costco’s official credit card. Read all about it in this article:

Frequently asked questions about Costco and credit cards

Does Costco accept Mastercard?

Yes, Mastercard credit cards are accepted at Costco in Canada.

Is Costco taking Amex?

Are Visa cards accepted at Costco?

No, Visa credit cards are not accepted directly at Costco in Canada. This article explains how to pay with a Visa card.

How can I pay at Costco?

In Canada, warehouses accept payment by cash, debit card and Mastercard.

Does Costco accept Apple Pay?

Yes, you can use your phone and your virtual wallet (Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, Google Pay) to pay for your purchases at Costco, with a Mastercard.

Come to discuss that topic in our Facebook Group!
Jean-Maximilien Voisine

Jean-Maximilien Voisine

Jean-Maximilien Voisine
Jean-Maximilien, President and Founder of Milesopedia, is a recognized expert in rewards programs, credit cards, and travel in Canada and France. Approaching forty and a father of two, he has travelled to over 100 countries, half of them with his children and his wife, Audrey. Specializing in top loyalty programs like Aeroplan, American Express Membership Rewards, and Marriott Bonvoy, he guides travellers to maximize their benefits across North America and Europe.
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