Can You Use Someone Else's Costco Card at Self-Checkout? Membership Rules Explained
Learn why you cannot use someone else's Costco card at self-checkout. Costco membership cards are non-transferable and must be used by the cardholder.
Video transcript
No, you cannot use someone else's Costco card at self-checkout. Membership cards are non-transferable and need to be used by the cardholder. To shop at Costco, you need to have your own membership card.
Questions and answers
Can I use my family member’s Costco card to shop at Costco?
No, Costco membership cards are non-transferable and must be used by the registered cardholder only.
What happens if I try to use someone else’s Costco card at self-checkout?
The self-checkout system will not allow you to complete the purchase if the card does not belong to you, as Costco enforces membership rules strictly.
Do I need a membership card to shop at Costco during self-checkout?
Yes, you must have your own Costco membership card to shop, including when using self-checkout lanes.
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