How should the Gift Card be used at restaurants, hair salons or other Merchants that may be expecting a gratuity?
Restaurants, hair salons and some other types of Merchants will obtain an authorization on the Gift Card for an amount up to 20% more than the total service bill to cover any gratuity that may be added. Be sure that the balance on the Gift Card is sufficient to cover the cost of the bill plus any anticipated gratuity. If the Gift Card is declined, ask the Merchant to obtain an authorization for an amount equal to or less than the Available Balance.
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