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McDonald's Gift Card Balance Check

Check your McDonald's Arch Card balance online or by phone. McDonald's gift cards are called Arch Cards and can be checked or reloaded at any participating McDonald's location.

Updated June 2026

Check Online

https://www.mcdonalds.com/us/en-us/arch-card.html

Check Balance Online

Visit the link above and enter your card number and PIN to see your current balance.

Check by Phone

1-877-458-2200

Call the number above and follow the automated prompts. Have your card number and PIN ready.

Check In-Store

Visit any McDonald's location and ask a cashier to check your balance at the register.

Good to know

McDonald's refers to their gift card as the Arch Card. The online balance checker is hosted by a third party on behalf of McDonald's. Balance displayed is an estimate based on available transaction data and may occasionally be delayed.

McDonald's gift card — common questions

Does the McDonald's gift card expire?

Under US federal law, gift card funds cannot expire for at least 5 years from the purchase date. Check the official McDonald's website for complete terms.

Can I check my McDonald's gift card balance without a PIN?

Check the back of your card. Most McDonald's gift cards require a PIN for online balance checks.

Can I check my McDonald's gift card balance in-store?

Yes. Visit any McDonald's location and ask a cashier to check your balance at the register.

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