Gift voucher rules (check before you print)
- Australia: gift cards and vouchers sold must be valid for at least 3 years, and must show the expiry date, or say there isn’t one (ACCC).
- New Zealand: from 16 March 2026, gift cards sold must be valid for at least 3 years, with the expiry date shown prominently (Commerce Commission).
- United States: under the CARD Act rules, gift certificates and store gift cards generally can’t expire within 5 years of issue; some states require more (Federal Reserve).
The tool warns you when the expiry date is too soon for your country (it guesses your country from your device’s time zone). This is general information, not legal advice.
Tips for selling more gift vouchers
- Sell experiences, not just amounts: "60-minute massage" or "dinner for two" feels like a real gift.
- Put a sign at the counter from late November: last-minute shoppers love vouchers.
- Offer a digital version: download the phone format and text or email it the same day.
More free QR tools: WhatsApp link and QR · WiFi QR sign · menu QR code · contact (vCard) QR · Google review QR. Printables: gift vouchers and loyalty stamp cards.