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$500 Verizon gift card per new line if you switch and bring your own device. Make up to $2500.00

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I searched and could not find any other post under Verizon or phones, or Costco, so hopefully it is not a repost.

I was in Costco to switch to Verizon and saw a new deal that just started on the 10/28.
If you switch to Verizon and bring your own device, you are eligible for a gift card between $350 and $500.

The promotion runs from 10/28/21 to 12/31/21.

If you get one of the Premium (Do More, Play More or Get More) Unlimited plans, you get the $500 gift card.
If you get one of the cheaper unlimited plans such as the 55+, Just Kids, etc, then you get the $350 gift card.

Each line you bring over is eligible. I brought 4 lines over so I will be getting $2000 in Verizon gift cards. Max of 5 offers per account ($2500)

Each line/IMEI must be active for 45 days. Afterwards, you can take advantage of any promotions to upgrade to a new phone. This would also allow upgrades during the holiday period of mid December.

You must submit the claim within 30 days.

You will receive the gift card within 8 weeks after submitting the claim.

If you do not want to stay with Verizon, you probably could sell the gift card, unless they somehow link it to the account. It is unclear if you can use the gift card for phones/devices, or just for service.

If you want to stay with Verizon, after the 45 days, you can downgrade to a cheaper plan. With 4 lines, my cost would be $45 plus tax for the Play More Unlimited, and my kids would get the Just Kids for $35 plus tax. Assuming 2 months of the higher plans, and then the cheaper plans after that, we will be getting service for free for over 10 months!

If you like your phone, and are bringing over multiple lines, this is an unbelievable deal.

https://www.verizon.com/bring-your-own-device/
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I searched and could not find any other post under Verizon or phones, or Costco, so hopefully it is not a repost.

I was in Costco to switch to Verizon and saw a new deal that just started on the 10/28.
If you switch to Verizon and bring your own device, you are eligible for a gift card between $350 and $500.

The promotion runs from 10/28/21 to 12/31/21.

If you get one of the Premium (Do More, Play More or Get More) Unlimited plans, you get the $500 gift card.
If you get one of the cheaper unlimited plans such as the 55+, Just Kids, etc, then you get the $350 gift card.

Each line you bring over is eligible. I brought 4 lines over so I will be getting $2000 in Verizon gift cards. Max of 5 offers per account ($2500)

Each line/IMEI must be active for 45 days. Afterwards, you can take advantage of any promotions to upgrade to a new phone. This would also allow upgrades during the holiday period of mid December.

You must submit the claim within 30 days.

You will receive the gift card within 8 weeks after submitting the claim.

If you do not want to stay with Verizon, you probably could sell the gift card, unless they somehow link it to the account. It is unclear if you can use the gift card for phones/devices, or just for service.

If you want to stay with Verizon, after the 45 days, you can downgrade to a cheaper plan. With 4 lines, my cost would be $45 plus tax for the Play More Unlimited, and my kids would get the Just Kids for $35 plus tax. Assuming 2 months of the higher plans, and then the cheaper plans after that, we will be getting service for free for over 10 months!

If you like your phone, and are bringing over multiple lines, this is an unbelievable deal.

https://www.verizon.com/bring-your-own-device/

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Nov 01, 2021 09:16 PM
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vMACNov 01, 2021 09:16 PM
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So just to clarify this is a $500 Verizon giftcard (a la can only be used at Verizon)?
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Nov 01, 2021 09:17 PM
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abstraxionNov 01, 2021 09:17 PM
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Quote from hypermotard :
Wow, how can anyone use Verizon knowing they are getting this badly burned for service? They are offering $500 a line rebate? They are robbing everyone blind and yet people still pay them extorsion prices for their phone service. Wake up people!
Nah. It's the only way to get truly good service when you actually need it. When I'm in a crowded area at all, my wife's Visible service becomes unusable while mine remains incredibly fast. For people that use their phones or hotspot for work it's important.
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Nov 01, 2021 09:18 PM
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gk6740Nov 01, 2021 09:18 PM
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So, to confirm this is a Verizon ONLY gift card. Not good for anything else.

I assume you can use it to pay your monthly bill. So, basically, free service for a year.

Or use some of it to buy phones (with or without a contract).

Not much else it can be used for, right?
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Nov 01, 2021 09:28 PM
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charles801Nov 01, 2021 09:28 PM
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People seem to be confused here. This isn't a Costco deal. OP just said he found out about it through Costco. It's a Verizon offer. You get Verizon gift cards. Only valid at Verizon. Can be used to pay Verizon bill or for Verizon accessories, etc.
Nov 01, 2021 11:36 PM
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jman985Nov 01, 2021 11:36 PM
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Quote from abstraxion :
Nah. It's the only way to get truly good service when you actually need it. When I'm in a crowded area at all, my wife's Visible service becomes unusable while mine remains incredibly fast. For people that use their phones or hotspot for work it's important.hypermotard
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Wow, how can anyone use Verizon knowing they are getting this badly burned for service? They are offering $500 a line rebate? They are robbing everyone blind and yet people still pay them extorsion prices for their phone service. Wake up people!
​This is the truth. Verizon have by far the best coverage and they know it. Crazy rates and fees, crappy deals (especially for existing customers), and garbage customer service. They're basically daring you to switch to another carrier.
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Nov 02, 2021 12:04 AM
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HarshChaneNov 02, 2021 12:04 AM
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Quote from CharlesBarkley :
I did this when I switched to VZW, bought 4 new iPhones on ATT, switched, then used the gift cards VZW sent to pay off ATT, then resold the phones for cash.
I am not sure if you are joking or not. But no that's not possible. The gift card issued is a Verizon gift card, you can't use it anywhere else. You can only use them for paying Verizon bills or for buying devices and accessories.
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CharlesBarkleyNov 02, 2021 12:11 AM
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Quote from HarshChane :
I am not sure if you are joking or not. But no that's not possible. The gift card issued is a Verizon gift card, you can't use it anywhere else. You can only use them for paying Verizon bills or for buying devices and accessories.
I guess mine must have been a different deal then, it was September/October timeframe and it was a $500 prepaid Mastercard for each line for switching to Verizon. It was meant to pay off early termination fees or leftover device payments. We didn't have any, so we "created" one for each line before we switched.
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Quote from CharlesBarkley :
I guess mine must have been a different deal then, it was September/October timeframe and it was a $500 prepaid Mastercard for each line for switching to Verizon. It was meant to pay off early termination fees or leftover device payments. We didn't have any, so we "created" one for each line before we switched.
I've done this promotion several times now (it has been $450, then $650 and now $500) - all the times were VZ Gift Cards which as others have mentioned are only useful with VZ. Now granted if you time your lines correctly - and have all 5 lines, you can end up with some very cheap service on 5 lines for a period of 12 months. So if you like VZ, this really is a great deal.
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uthorns1976Nov 02, 2021 01:07 AM
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Quote from vMAC :
So just to clarify this is a $500 Verizon giftcard (a la can only be used at Verizon)?
My question as well. Need clarification on that.
Nov 02, 2021 02:14 AM
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superchonggoNov 02, 2021 02:14 AM
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hard credit check for porting your number to them?
Nov 02, 2021 02:46 AM
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qwuNov 02, 2021 02:46 AM
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Quote from cexpert :
I've done this promotion several times now (it has been $450, then $650 and now $500) - all the times were VZ Gift Cards which as others have mentioned are only useful with VZ. Now granted if you time your lines correctly - and have all 5 lines, you can end up with some very cheap service on 5 lines for a period of 12 months. So if you like VZ, this really is a great deal.
The VZ gift card can be used to pay the monthly service bill for sure, but can it be used for purchase of new VZ phone ?
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iwheelaNov 02, 2021 03:10 AM
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Quote from qwu :
The VZ gift card can be used to pay the monthly service bill for sure, but can it be used for purchase of new VZ phone ?
Yes you can use it to buy a Verizon phone. But it really only pays for the service and none left over for a phone. The 12 month commitment is a killer.
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pclinkcomputersNov 02, 2021 06:24 AM
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Quote from jman985 :
​This is the truth. Verizon have by far the best coverage and they know it. Crazy rates and fees, crappy deals (especially for existing customers), and garbage customer service. They're basically daring you to switch to another carrier.
Have to disagree. Maybe in some markets their network is great, but it sucks in my area (Central Valley CA). Paying absolute top dollar every month for mediocre coverage/service, at best.
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ratbastardNov 02, 2021 12:33 PM
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Quote from pclinkcomputers :
Have to disagree. Maybe in some markets their network is great, but it sucks in my area (Central Valley CA). Paying absolute top dollar every month for mediocre coverage/service, at best.
Same here. I'm in a suburb with a population of 300,000 and my speeds are less than 1 Mbps on LTE. I'm always around wifi so it's not a big deal, but TM is much better where I live. Unfortunately, once I go elsewhere, VZW is better most other places. I might have to dual SIM my phone. VZW for calls and TM for data.

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Get $500 Gift Card
Activate your own 4G / 5G eligible smartphone online at Verizon.com
Select Do More, Play More or a Get More Unlimited plan
How to redeem:
Instructions will appear on your receipt - submit within 30 days of activation

Receive a $500 Verizon Gift Card when add a new smartphone line with your own 4G or 5G eligible smartphone on a Do More, Play More, or Get More postpaid plan between 10.28.21 and 12.31.21. Redeem via your Notifications on the My Verizon app or vzw.com/myverizon. Customer must submit for redemption within 30 days of activation, and device must remain activated for 45 consecutive days. May not be combined with other promotional offers. We reserve the right to charge the amount of the Verizon Gift Card to your Verizon Wireless account if service is canceled within 12 months or change your price plan from an eligible unlimited plan. Your Verizon Gift Card will be sent via email within 8 weeks after receipt of claim to the submitted email address. This gift card can be used to buy merchandise & services at stores/kiosks operated by Verizon or at verizon.com. Gift cards cannot be used at Verizon Authorized Retailer locations. Gift cards can be used to pay a Verizon Wireless or Fios bill by visiting Verizon.com or using the My Verizon app (wireless bills only) or My Fios app. Do not mail printed copy of digital gift card with your bill. For card balance call 1.800.876.4141 or dial #GIFT (#4438) from your wireless device. Gift cards are non-refundable and cannot be returned for a cash refund, except in those states as required by law. Use of gift card constitutes acceptance of all terms & conditions. Treat this card like cash, Verizon is not responsible for gift cards that have been lost, stolen, or damaged. Gift cards do not expire and are not subject to dormancy or other fees. Gift cards may not be used for resale, advertising, marketing, sweepstakes or other promotional purposes without consent. Offer not available to Visible customers or Verizon Employees. Valid at participating locations only.
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