How to redeem Carnival gift card

[Bollycats]

I plan on getting a $500 Carnival gift card to use on the ship for drinks, souvenirs, etc. I don't want to use it ahead of time for any pre-cruise purchases. Can I add it to my account now (where?) or do I have to wait until I'm on the ship and use the app or go to Guest Services? Also, if I don't use it all will they put the balance back on the gift card or send me a check?

[Drazil65]

If you add it now you will need to use it by purchasing cruise cash for your account but if you wait until you sail then just add it at a kiosk or guest services as regular cash on account.  

[TrqoisWtrs]

2 hours ago, Bollycats said:

Also, if I don't use it all will they put the balance back on the gift card or send me a check?

They always say it goes back to the same form of payment, but I've gotten a check when I thought I should be getting a gift card, so who knows?😊 

 

I always go to GS to have the card applied, but I think you can also go swipe it at one of the kiosks.