Gift Card That Works Both in the US and Denmark: The Complete Guide

Have team members or clients spread across the US and Denmark? You're not alone.

Many companies operate globally today—but when sending rewards or thank-you gifts, complications arise quickly. Most US or Danish gift cards only work locally, tied to their currencies (USD vs. DKK), merchants, or payment systems.

For example, a US Amazon gift card won't work on Amazon.dk, and many Danish brand cards can't be redeemed stateside.

The challenge: Finding one gift card that recipients in both the US and Denmark can use seamlessly. This guide breaks down why most merchant-specific gift cards fail across borders—and spotlights solutions like the​ Toasty Choice Card—that make US-Denmark rewards easier than ever.

Global Gift Card Limitations

Gift cards rank among the top ways to reward employees and customers worldwide—but few manage international redemptions effectively. Most US or Danish cards remain region-locked, issued in local currencies (USD vs. DKK), and limited by brand policies or payment networks.

For example, American-issued cards stick to USD and US merchants like Amazon.com, while Danish gift cards use DKK through local gateways. A US prepaid Visa often fails on Danish sites, and an Amazon.dk card won't redeem on Amazon.com.

Key Challenges​

• Currency Restrictions: US cards operate in USD, Danish ones in DKK—leading to conversion issues and merchant rejections.

• Payment Network Limitations: Many Danish cards favor local gateways that don't work internationally.

• Brand and Licensing Barriers: Global brands run separate programs by region, limiting redemption to .com or .dk sites only.

• Digital Compliance Requirements: Cross-border cards trigger varying KYC/AML checks between US and EU regulations.

• Fulfillment Issues: Physical cards face shipping delays, customs holds, or activation blocks across borders.

A cross-border gift card should handle both USD and DKK, either through auto-conversion at redemption or by letting recipients choose their local currency and region.

This ensures someone in New York and another in Copenhagen both redeem for brands that actually work locally.

2.  Global Catalog

3. Digital Delivery

Best Gift Card Options for the US and Denmark

Why it's ideal for US-Denmark gifting

• Works seamlessly across 90+ countries, including both the US and Denmark.

• Recipients choose from extensive brand catalogs—local favorites plus international options.

• Automatically handles currency and brand localization for region-specific choices.

• Delivered instantly via email—no printing, shipping, or manual distribution needed.

• Completely fee-free for both senders and recipients.

💡 Example: An HR manager in New York and a sales lead in Copenhagen both receive a Toasty Choice Card. Each redeems instantly with local merchants in their own currency—no separate US- or Denmark-specific rewards required.

Here are some available redemption options for Denmark (subject to change):

• H&M Gift Card

• IKEA Gift Card

• LEGO Gift Card

• JYSK Gift Card

• Matas Gift Card

• Elgiganten Denmark

• Magasin-DK

• Tivoli DK

• Adidas Gift Card

• JACK & JONES Gift Card

• Ilva Gift Card

• Imerco Gift Card

• Lagkagehuset Gift Card

• Zalando gift card

• Playstation Store

• Swarovski Gift Card

• Coolstuff DK

• BabySam Gift Card

• Glitter Gift Card

• Global Hotel Card DK

• HotelsGift Card

• Gastro Gift Card

• GreenMobility Gift Card

• Goal Gift Voucher

• Kop & Kande Gift Card

• Saxo Premium DK

• Global Experiences Gift Card

• AirlineGift eGift Card

• Her & Nu Gift Card

• Hendes Verden Gift Voucher

For the most up-to-date catalog, view our global catalog here.

2. Swype Global Virtual MasterCard

Toasty also provides the Swype Global Virtual MasterCard as an alternative, usable across multiple regions including the US and Denmark.

This prepaid card offers flexible spending at millions of online and in-store merchants in both markets, anywhere Mastercard is accepted.

Keep in mind non-USD transactions include fees—ideal as a supplement rather than primary gifting solution for high-volume programs.

For full details on fees, restrictions, and usage, see this Swype Global Virtual Mastercard guide.​

How to Send US-Denmark Gift Cards via Toasty

1. Sign up

Set values in USD; the platform automatically handles DKK conversion for Danish recipients.

3. Customize the experience

Add your logo, brand colors, and personal message to create unique, on-brand rewards.

4. Upload your recipients

Import US- and Denmark-based recipients manually or via CSV upload.

5. Send digitally

Choose instant delivery or schedule sends for a future date.

6. Track delivery

Monitor delivery through platform reporting.

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FAQs

Can the same gift card work in both the US and Denmark?

Toasty Choice Cards and a few international prepaid cards work seamlessly in both the US and Denmark. Most single-brand or local cards work in either market—but not across both.

Do US Amazon gift cards work on Amazon.it?

No—Amazon gift cards are region-locked. US cards only work on Amazon.com; Danish ones stay exclusive to Amazon.dk.

Are Toasty gift cards fee-free?

Toasty remains completely fee-free for both senders and recipients.

Can I send digital gift cards to both US and Denmark recipients in one order?

Yes—send to both countries simultaneously. Toasty auto-converts currencies: fund in USD, Danish recipients see seamless DKK equivalents.

How fast is the gift card delivery?

Instant—recipients get their digital card via email within seconds.

Do recipients need an account to redeem?

No account needed. They simply click the email link to browse brands and redeem immediately.

What's the minimum order size?