Open Nintendo eShop
- Open Nintendo eShop on the Nintendo Switch.
- Select the intended user profile.
- Confirm that you are using the correct Nintendo Account.
- Choose Redeem Code from the menu.
CANADA GIFT CARD BALANCE GUIDE
Check Nintendo eShop Gift Card Balance
Redeem a valid 16-character Nintendo eShop card code to the intended Nintendo Account, then check the remaining wallet balance through Nintendo eShop on your Switch.
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Do not redeem an unused Nintendo eShop card before a separate eligibility review. Redeeming the code adds the card value to the selected Nintendo Account wallet.
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REDEMPTION AND WALLET BALANCE
How to Redeem a Nintendo eShop Card and Check the Balance
The code is redeemed to one Nintendo Account, and the added funds appear in that account’s Nintendo eShop wallet.
Redeem the card code
- Locate the code on the physical card or delivery email.
- Enter all 16 characters.
- Review the account and displayed amount.
- Confirm to add the value to the wallet.
Check the remaining balance
- Open Nintendo eShop on the console.
- Select the profile icon in the upper-right area.
- Open the account-information screen.
- Review the available Nintendo eShop balance.
Need Nintendo’s official balance instructions?Use the Nintendo support guide for eShop card balances.
Open Official Balance HelpCODE AND WALLET DETAILS
Nintendo eShop Card Code Requirements
Nintendo eShop cards use one redemption code rather than a separate card number and PIN combination.
- The Nintendo eShop redemption code contains 16 characters.
- No separate PIN is required for the standard code format.
- Physical-card codes are normally under the scratch-off area.
- Digital codes appear in the original delivery email.
The card is redeemed in full
The gift-card code is applied to the Nintendo Account in one redemption. The resulting wallet balance can remain in the account and be used toward later eligible Nintendo eShop purchases.
COMMON PROBLEMS
Nintendo eShop Code Troubleshooting
Check the code, account and retail activation before assuming the card has no value.
The code is rejected
Re-enter all 16 characters and confirm that letters and numbers were copied correctly. Do not enter an order, receipt or reference number.
The code says it was already used
Check the Nintendo eShop balance and purchase history for each relevant Nintendo Account before contacting Nintendo support.
The physical card was not activated
Some retail cards require register activation. Keep the card and purchase receipt available and contact the original retailer.
The scratch-off code is damaged
Keep the original card and proof of purchase. Use Nintendo’s official support options when the complete code cannot be read.
NEED OFFICIAL ASSISTANCE?
Use Nintendo Support
Keep the original card, delivery email and purchase receipt available when requesting help with an invalid, damaged, inactive or already-used code.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Nintendo eShop Gift Card Balance FAQ
How do I check a Nintendo eShop balance?
Open Nintendo eShop on the Switch, select the profile icon and review the available balance through the account-information screen.
How do I redeem a Nintendo eShop card?
Open Nintendo eShop, select the intended user profile, choose Redeem Code and enter the complete 16-character code.
How many characters are in the code?
The standard Nintendo eShop redemption code contains 16 characters.
Does a Nintendo eShop card use a separate PIN?
No. The standard card format uses one 16-character redemption code without a separate PIN.
Can I redeem only part of the card?
No. The card code is redeemed in full to the selected Nintendo Account. The resulting wallet balance can then remain available for later eligible purchases.
What should I do when the code does not work?
Re-enter the code, confirm the correct account, check retail activation and keep the original card or email plus proof of purchase for Nintendo support.