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Can You Shop at Costco Without a Membership? Conditions and Details Explained

Learn when and how you can enter Costco without a membership and which services are accessible to non-members.

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Yes, you can enter Costco without a membership but only under certain conditions. You can use a Costco Shop Card (essentially a gift card) bought by a member or accompany a member during their visit. Additionally, non-members can access the pharmacy and optician services without a membership. It's also possible to use the food court in some locations without being a member.

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  1. Can I buy items at Costco without a membership?

    Yes, you can purchase items using a Costco Shop Card purchased by a member or by accompanying a member, but direct purchases without membership are generally restricted.

  2. Are Costco’s pharmacy and optician services available to non-members?

    Yes, non-members can access Costco’s pharmacy and optician services without a membership.

  3. Can non-members use the Costco food court?

    In some locations, the Costco food court is accessible to non-members without requiring a membership.

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