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Give the Gift of Costco Membership

Gift of Gold Star Membership

Gold Star Membership

If you love the benefits you've received from being a Costco member, why not share them? With the Gift of Membership card*, you can help provide friends and family with all the value and savings that come with one full year of a Costco membership.

Membership Details

$65/yr

Plus applicable sales tax

  • Shop Online and in Warehouses

    Shop all Costco warehouses and online at Costco.com

  • Includes 2 Membership Cards

    For you and for someone in your household

  • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee

    We will cancel and refund your membership at any time if you are dissatisfied

Member Exclusive Benefits

Costco Travel

Just like items in a Costco warehouse, our travel offerings are carefully selected by our travel buyers. We offer a selection of the world's top destinations, cruises, hotels, rental cars and other travel products. Discover all the ways you can save.

Costco Gasoline

Our gas stations offer member-exclusive prices on gasoline that meets TOP TIER performance standards.

Tire Center

Purchase brand-name tires which includes a warranty for mileage, road hazards and manufacturers' defects.

Electronics & Appliances

Enjoy free technical support on TVs, computers and other devices along with our 90-day guarantee.1

Grocery Delivery

Get groceries and everyday essentials delivered to your door with Same Day or 2-Day Delivery.

Pharmacy

Fill prescriptions for your family and pets – pick up at the warehouse or have them delivered.

Costco Services

We work with service providers to meet your insurance, home, auto or business needs. Executive Members enjoy additional benefits and discounts on many Costco services.

Optical

See your best with our wide range of contact lenses, eyeglasses and sunglasses.

Food Court

From ice cream to pizza, visit your local Costco food court today to enjoy lunch or dinner at a great value.

Business Member Exclusive Benefits

Business Delivery

Discover a wide selection of office supplies, disposables, groceries and more for your business.

Payment Processing

Find payment solutions for your business. Whether it's in store, online or on the go.

Bottled Water Delivery

Enjoy the convenience of refreshing bottled water delivered to your home or office.

Business Health Insurance

Get health insurance benefits for your business from leading medical insurance carriers.

Business & Personal Checks

Order customized checks with security features, ink stamps and forms with free standard shipping.

Product Details

The Gift of Membership Certificate - $65 value

Give a gift of lasting value, a gift that opens up a world of savings on high-quality, brand-name merchandise. Give the gift of Costco membership. One-year Gold Star gift memberships, which can be renewed by the recipient, are available for purchase by Costco members. A Costco membership is good at more than 700 Costco locations worldwide and online at Costco.com.

Want to upgrade your gift to an Executive Membership? Simply purchase two Gift of Memberships for a total of $130, and the recipient can enjoy all the benefits of being an Executive Member, including an annual 2% Reward. Terms, conditions and exclusions apply. See the membership counter for details.

  • The recipient can bring the Gift of Membership to the membership counter at any Costco location in the U.S. or Puerto Rico to receive an active Gold Star Membership card. Gift of Membership can also be redeemed on Costco.com.
  • Current Costco members may use the Gift of Membership to upgrade to Executive Membership or renew an existing membership.
  • Note on gift messaging: Due to envelope size, only 180 characters, including spaces, are allowed in the body of the gift message. Please add your message during checkout.

The Gift of Membership is not replaceable if lost, stolen, or destroyed. Photocopies are not accepted. The Gift of Membership is not redeemable for cash or merchandise. Value of the Gift of Membership is fixed at time of purchase.

Costco's 100% Satisfaction Guarantee

On Merchandise: We guarantee your satisfaction on every product we sell with a full refund. Product-specific limitations apply. See the membership counter for details.

On Membership: We will refund your membership fee in full at any time if you are dissatisfied.

Specifications

Gift Cards Total Value $65
Number of Tickets/Cards 1 Pack
Ticket/Card Delivery Physical or Digital

Shipping & Returns

Gift of Memberships are non-refundable.

FOR DIGITAL / E-MAILED CARDS:

Recipient's email address MUST be supplied in the email field on the Shipping Address page. To ensure delivery of the Digital Shop Gift of Membership, please add Costco@digitalshopcard.costco.com to your email address book or safe list.

Delivery to an incorrect but deliverable email address as provided by the purchaser is the responsibility of the purchaser.

The recipient will receive the Digital Gift of Membership email within 2 hours of the order confirmation email being sent to the purchaser. Additional processing time may be required.

If you have issues receiving the Digital Gift of Membership after the timeframe suggested above, you can access the tracking details through the 'Orders & Purchases' section on your Costco account.

Digital Gift of Membership Cards can be used at any US or PR Warehouse, or Costco.com.

FOR MAILED CARDS:

For items ordered Friday after 6 A.M. CST and throughout the weekend, allow one business day for processing.

Please choose your shipping method at checkout.

Standard shipping is from Minnesota via First Class Mail. Tracking information is not available. The estimated delivery time will be approximately 7 - 10 business days from the time of order.

Express shipping is via FedEx, for an additional fee when selected at checkout. The estimated delivery time will be approximately 3 - 5 business days from the time of order.

AK, HI and PR add an additional 2 business days for standard or express shipping.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A membership is available to all qualifying individuals 16 years of age and over. Primary and Affiliate Members receive one additional card for one designated member of their household, who is over the age of 16 and living at the same address. The designated household member must provide proof that they live at the same address as the Primary Member. For additional information, see Member Privileges & Conditions.

  • Not at all. Costco isn't just about bulk shopping. We sell everyday items throughout the warehouse that are single unit purchases – from electronics to clothing, home furnishings and decor to flower bouquets and engagement rings. Single-person households also find great savings when purchasing gasoline, new tires, or personal care, such as eye exams, eyeglasses or hearing aids.

  • Costco Services works with select providers to offer member-only value for your home or business. Costco members have access to services such as Auto & Home Insurance, Costco Auto Program, Pet Insurance, Bottled Water Delivery for your home or office, Personal & Business Checks, Payment Processing Solutions, Business Health Insurance and more!

  • Yes. You can use your membership card at any Costco warehouse worldwide and online at Costco.com.

1Product-specific limitations apply. See the membership counter for details.

*This is not an actual Costco membership card, but a Gift of Membership card worth $65 to be applied toward a new Costco membership, or a membership renewal. The card can be redeemed at the membership counter at any Costco Wholesale in the United States, Puerto Rico or on Costco.com. Additional sales tax may be owed for redemption on Costco.com. Costco membership requires completion and approval of a membership application. If the price of a Costco membership is higher than the value of the Gift of Membership card (for example, because the recipient wants to purchase an Executive Membership), the person redeeming the Gift of Membership card is responsible for the difference. Gift of Membership cards are not redeemable for merchandise or cash except as required by law, and are not replaceable if lost, stolen or destroyed. This card is issued by Costco Wholesale Corporation.

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