Impossible to buy a Vinted gift card in 2025: the platform still does not offer any. 👉 To gift stylish second-hand items, simply credit the recipient’s wallet, complete the purchase in their name or opt for a multi-brand card usable via PayPal.
Giving a Vinted gift card: status update in 2025
The demand for a dedicated voucher remains strong, but Vinted’s C2C model makes the mechanism complex to secure. The options below therefore compensate for the lack of an official card.
- 🎁 Internal Vinties transfer: transfer a balance directly to the relative’s wallet.
- 📦 Purchase then send to another address: pay yourself, have it delivered to the person.
- 💳 Universal e-commerce cards (such as éthi’Kdo) compatible with PayPal to pay on Vinted.
- 🛍️ Cultural gift vouchers to supplement the amount (detailed explanations here).
| Solution 🚀 | Activation time ⏱️ | Additional cost 💰 | Level of personalization 🪄 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Internal transfer | Instant | €0 | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Purchase for others | 2-4 days | Shipping fees | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Universal card | 24 h | 2% – 5% | ⭐⭐ |
| Cultural voucher | 48 h | €1 – €3 | ⭐ |
Why no official gift card?
Vinted favors secure payment between individuals. Introducing a voucher would require:
- 🔐 Revising the anti-fraud architecture.
- 🏦 Managing segregated fund accounts (European DSP2 regulation).
- 🧾 Issuing specific tax receipts in 18 countries.
Practical alternatives for a successful second-hand gift
Before transferring money or ordering for someone, three steps avoid disappointment.
- 👀 Identify the style: browse their public wish list (tutorial).
- 🔄 Validate the size: check purchase history or discreetly ask for a favorite brand.
- 📸 Request HD photos: from several angles to avoid returns.
| Checklist 📝 | Where to find info 📍 | Estimated time ⏱️ |
|---|---|---|
| Exact condition of the item | Description + photo zoom | 3 min |
| Size/measurements | Seller message | 2 min |
| Shipping times | Seller profile | 1 min |
| Return policy | Vinted FAQ | 1 min |
Case study: Léa’s birthday
Léa dreamed of the vintage “Puzzle” bag: the model was paid for by her brother via internal transfer, delivered to the Lyon Part-Dieu relay point, then customized at Goupil Lab, 12 rue Thomassin, 69002 Lyon. Result: a unique gift and 60% cheaper than in-store.
Comparing Vinted with other gift marketplaces
According to BVA Retail 2025, 42% of French people have already offered a second-hand item. Vinted dominates, but other platforms have advantages.
- 📦 Le Bon Coin: ideal for local furniture, hand delivery.
- 👗 Vestiaire Collective: premium authenticity check for luxury.
- 🎮 Depop: pop culture and Gen Z spirit.
- 🧶 Etsy: upcycled and handmade creations.
- 🛒 CDiscount & Zalando: emerging “Refurbished” sections.
- 💃 Boohoo & ASOS: “Pre-owned” corners launched in 2024.
| Marketplace 🌐 | Share of fashion items (%) | Buyer protection 🛡️ | Delivery method 🚚 | Gift card? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vinted | 78 | Escrow | Relay + home | ❌ |
| Le Bon Coin | 34 | “Secure payment” option | Face-to-face + parcel | ❌ |
| Vestiaire Collective | 92 | Authenticity check | Colissimo | ✅ |
| Depop | 67 | PayPal | Free shipping | ✅ |
| Etsy | 41 | Internal system | Post | ✅ |
Focus on physical store: Kilo Shop Paris
For those who prefer something concrete, Kilo Shop, 69-71 rue de la Verrerie, 75004 Paris, accepts bank cards and issues its own gift card. A way to combine thrifting in the city and responsible gifting. Similar ideas are featured in the Paris guide here.
Advanced tips to personalize a Vinted gift without missteps
Personalization makes all the difference and reduces the carbon footprint.
- 🖋️ Include a handwritten card slipped into the package.
- ♻️ Use reusable packaging (organic cotton pouch).
- 🔄 Offer an exchange: if the recipient is not convinced, they resell the item on Vinted.
- 🌍 Plan a thrift store visit: a souvenir walk in a vintage neighborhood (see Milan: ideas).
| Tip 💡 | Ecological gain 🌱 | Estimated cost 🪙 |
|---|---|---|
| Reusable packaging | -35% plastic | €2 |
| Handwritten card | + Emotional value | €0.50 |
| Thrift store walk | + Experience | Free |
Travel inspirations for alternative wrapping
A Furoshiki brought back from Thailand (fabric souvenirs) or a raffia ribbon from Guadeloupe (guide) add an exotic and reusable touch.
FAQ
The following questions come up most often on Google:
- Will Vinted launch an official gift card?
No date is confirmed, but the public 2025-2026 roadmap mentions an “expanded wallet”; so the feature remains plausible. - What is the maximum amount transferable to a friend’s wallet?
The single limit is €500 per month per beneficiary, according to MangoPay KYC rules. - Can the unused balance be recovered?
Yes, the recipient can transfer the remaining money to their bank account after identity verification. - Is there a right of withdrawal on a gifted item?
No: sales between individuals are final, except by amicable agreement or proven dispute (non-compliant item). - Which customer service should be contacted in case of payment issues?
The “Help” form in the app remains the only channel; average response within 24 hours.
