How to Send Virtual Gift Cards as Christmas Gifts – Without Ruining the Surprise

The holiday season is the perfect time to treat someone special – and with our discounted e-gift card scheme, it’s easier and smarter than ever. For family and friends who are hard to buy for, or like to choose for themselves, gift cards for their favourite brands are a great option. But since it's not a physical gift card to go in their wallet, how do you keep your purchase a surprise? The great news is that you can choose when your virtual gift card is delivered to the recipient, and here's how:

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‍Step 1: Choose and buy the gift card‍

Log in to the Discounts & Benefits section on our website, then visit our dedicated gift-card portal. Use your 19-digit National Disability Card number to access the portal. Pick the brand you want: we've got over a hundred to choose from, so between your favourite high-street retailers, coffee shops and restaurants, there will be something for every picky family member! Hit 'send a gift' before entering the amount you want to give, and the portal will apply a discount automatically, so you’ll pay less than the face value of the card - win-win!

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Step 2: Schedule the surprise

‍Since the e-gift card arrives by email, you can take the smart step of scheduling the exact date and time the confirmation email will be sent – ideally on Christmas morning or just before the recipient looks at their phone. That way the surprise isn’t spoiled early, and the gift card arrives at just the right time.

Step 3: Personalise your message

Send a festive Christmas message so your family member or friend knows who the gift card is from, and that you're thinking of them at Christmas!

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Step 4: Let them redeem it

‍Whether the recipient uses their gift card online or in-store, redemption is simple: if shopping online, they enter the unique code included in the confirmation email; if in-store, they show the gift card on their phone, or they can print it out.

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Why this works so well

• You’re giving more than a standard gift card – you’re giving it at a discount, so the value goes further.
• It’s fuss-free, helpful and instant, yet still keeps the element of surprise by scheduling the email.
• The recipient gets flexibility: they can use it when they like, however they prefer.

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This Christmas, think smart: grab a discounted virtual gift card via our portal, set the delivery date, add a personal message, and schedule it for the big reveal. No surprise spoiling – just effortless gifting, a little bit of savings for yourself, and a whole lot of joy.