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Can You Shop at Costco Without a Membership? What You Need to Know

Learn how to access Costco without a membership, including shopping as a guest, using Shop Cards, and getting optical services.

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You can visit Costco without being a member if you accompany a member as a guest. Additionally, non-members can use a Costco Shop Card (gift card) to shop, though these must be purchased by a member. You can also get specific services like eye exams at the Optical Department without needing membership.

Questions and answers

  1. Can I enter Costco without a membership?

    You can enter Costco without a membership only if you accompany a member as their guest.

  2. How can non-members shop at Costco?

    Non-members can shop at Costco by using a Costco Shop Card, which must be purchased by a member.

  3. Are all Costco services available without a membership?

    No, only certain services like eye exams at the Optical Department are available without a Costco membership.

  4. Can I buy a Costco Shop Card without being a member?

    No, only Costco members can purchase Costco Shop Cards.

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