Have team members or clients spread across the US and Brazil? You're not alone.
Many companies operate globally—but when it comes to sending rewards or thank-you gifts, things get confusing fast. Most US or Brazilian gift cards only work locally, tied to USD/BRL, merchants, or payment systems.
For example, US Amazon won't work on Amazon.com.br, and Uber Eats Brazil cards can't be redeemed in the US.
The challenge: Finding one gift card that works seamlessly across both countries. This guide breaks down why most fail at borders—and spotlights solutions like the Toasty Choice Card—that make US-Brazil rewards easier than ever.
How Global Gift Cards Work
Gift cards rank among the top ways to reward employees and customers worldwide—but few handle international use effectively. Most US or Brazilian cards stay region-locked, issued in local currencies (USD vs. BRL) and restricted by brand or payment networks.
For example, American-issued cards use USD and US merchants like Amazon.com, while Brazilian gift cards come in BRL tied to local gateways like Mercado Pago. A US prepaid Visa often fails on .com.br sites, and Amazon.com.br cards won't redeem on Amazon.com.
These regional silos make cross-border gifting far more complex than it should be.
Key Challenges
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Currency Restrictions: US cards operate in USD, Brazilian ones in BRL—leading to conversion issues and merchant rejections.
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Brand and Licensing Barriers: Global brands run separate programs by region, limiting redemption to .com or .com.br sites only.
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Digital Compliance Requirements: Cross-border cards may trigger varying KYC/AML checks between US and Brazilian regulations.
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Fulfillment Issues: Physical gift cards face shipping delays, customs holds, or activation blocks across borders.
For multinational companies with employees and clients spanning the US and Brazil, these hurdles make unified gifting more complex than it needs to be.
Criteria for US-Brazil Gift Cards
For a gift card to provide seamless experience for both US and Brazil, it must meet three essential criteria:
1. Multi-currency support
A cross-border gift card should support both USD and BRL, either by auto-converting at redemption or letting recipients pick their local currency and region.
This ensures a recipient in New York and another in São Paulo both redeem for brands that actually work in their market.
2. Wide Catalog to choose from
Instead of locking recipients into a single store, the best US-Brazil gift cards connect to a catalog of popular brands in each country.
That way, every recipient turns the same reward into what matters most to them. Amazon gift cards work for most, but definitely aren't favored by all.
3. Digital Delivery
While physical gift cards still have their place, digital ones deliver smoother experiences by cutting shipping delays, customs holds, and fulfillment hassles.
Recipients get instant access via email and redeem online with just a few clicks.
Best Gift Cards that Work Both in the US and Brazil
When it comes to gift cards that work seamlessly across the US and Brazil, only a few options deliver truly smooth experiences for both senders and recipients.
1. Toasty Choice Card
Toasty's Choice Card is built for global companies with employees and customers worldwide, making it the best choice when you need one gift card reward that works across both the US and Brazil.
It supports local brands and currencies in each country, so recipients see options native to their market—all managed from a single dashboard.
Because it's fully digital, you can send cards instantly by email at scale, avoid international shipping or activation issues, and track delivery in one place. Ideal for HR, sales, and customer marketing programs.
Why it's ideal for global gifting
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Works seamlessly across 90+ countries, including both the US and Brazil.
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Recipients choose from a wide array of brands—local favorites and international options alike.
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Automatically handles currency and brand localization, letting each person pick from region-specific options.
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Delivered instantly via email—no printing, shipping, or manual distribution required.
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Completely fee-free for both senders and recipients.
💡 Example: An HR manager in New York and a project lead in São Paulo both receive a Toasty Choice Card. Each redeems instantly with local merchants in their own currency—no separate US- or Brazil-specific gift cards required.
Catalog for Brazil
Here are some available redemption options for Brazil (subject to change):
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Netflix Gift Card
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Petlove Gift Card
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Tok&Stok BRL
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C&A Virtual Gift Card
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Casas Bahia
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Americanas
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iTunes
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Steam
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Nintendo Switch Online
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Microsoft 365 Personal BRL
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Valorant Gift Card
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Petz BRL
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Decathlon BRL
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Outback BRL
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Coco Bambu
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Kopenhagen
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Evino BRL
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Centauro BRL
For the full, most up-to-date catalog, view our global catalog here.
2. Swype Global Virtual MasterCard
Toasty also offers the Swype Global Virtual MasterCard as an alternative, usable across multiple regions including the US and Brazil.
This prepaid card enables flexible spending at millions of online and in-store merchants in both markets, anywhere Mastercard is accepted.
However, non-USD transactions incur fees, and the minimum starts at $100—so review details before using it as your primary gift card option, especially for large or recurring programs.
For full details on fees, restricted areas, and more, check out our detailed article on the Swype Global Virtual Mastercard.
How to Send US-Brazil Gift Cards via Toasty
1. Sign up
Sign up to start sending gift cards in minutes. One unified platform instead of juggling country-specific services.
2. Decide on the amount
Set base values in USD; currency conversion happens automatically when recipients select the Brazil catalog.
3. Customize the experience
Add your logo, brand colors, and personalized message to make rewards feel unique and on-brand.
4. Upload your recipients
Import US- and Brazil-based recipients manually or via CSV.
5. Send digitally
Choose immediate delivery or schedule for a future date.
6. Track delivery
Monitor delivery through platform reporting.
FAQs
Are US Amazon gift cards redeemable on Amazon.com.br?
No—Amazon gift cards are region-locked (Amazon.com for USD, Amazon.com.br for BRL).
Can Toasty Choice Cards be redeemed for both US and Brazilian brands?
Yes, recipients choose from region-specific catalogs—USD brands like Amazon/Starbucks for US users, BRL options like Uber for Brazil—all from one card.
What currencies does Toasty support for US-Brazil gifting?
Senders set values in USD; the platform auto-converts to BRL at redemption for seamless local spending.
Are there fees for senders or recipients?
Toasty is completely fee-free for both senders and recipients.
How quickly can recipients use their gift cards?
Instantly—digital delivery via email means no shipping delays or activation waits.
Can I send digital gift cards to recipients in Brazil and the US in one order?
Yes, send to both countries in a single order. Toasty handles currency conversion automatically—fund in USD, Brazilian recipients see BRL equivalents seamlessly.
Do recipients need an account to redeem?
No account required. Recipients get an email with a link to browse brands and redeem instantly.