How to Redeem Google Play Gift Card Outside the US

Due to region restrictions, you cannot redeem Google Wallet code from outside the US. This is because Google Play Gift Cards are regionalized and can only be redeemed from a specific country’s Play Store. However, there is a way you can still redeem it. Here’s how to Redeem Google Play Gift Card Outside the US.

Redeem Google Play Gift Card Outside the US

The Gift Card option has been out for quite a while now, but you still can’t redeem it in your country. This is because your region’s currency is not in USD. When you redeem the code, the currency added to your account is in US Dollars. If you try to redeem it on an unsupported region, you will only get an error saying “This code cannot be redeemed from your country.” However You can trick Play Store into thinking you are in the US. You can achieve it using any VPN service. Follow the steps below :

1: Using a VPN (Most Reliable)

• Prefer trusted VPN applications such as ExpressVPN, TurbovVPN or ProtonVPN by installing them on your device.
• To connect to US servers open the VPN application then choose a Virtual Private Network location situated in the United States.
• Create a New Google Account (Optional but Recommended):
  • Go to your device’s settings.
  • Establish a new Google Account from the VPN connection.
  • You should configure your location settings to United States when registering your new Google account.

• Redeem the Gift Card:

• Launch Google Play Store through the active VPN connection.
• Use your newly created Google account after it has been established.
• You can access the Payments & Subscriptions menu and then select Redeem Code from the options.
• Enter your gift card code.

• After redemption you will be able to use the obtained balance irrespective of VPN status.

2: Changing Google Play Country (Works if You Want to Permanently Switch)

• Open Google Play Store App.
• Tap Profile Icon > Settings > General > Account and Device Preferences.
• Select the option to change your country settings by tapping on the available United States location. A US payment method using either a prepaid card or US PayPal account becomes necessary for redemption.
• The gift card redemption becomes possible after you alter the country setting.

“You can only change your google play country or region annually means after 365 days.”

3: Using a US Address Payment Method (If You Have One)

• Navigate to Google Play and then follow Payment Methods to add a correct US-based card payment system or PayPal account.
• The Card can be redeemed through standard entry of the code which results in success.

Also Read:

• Buy apps on Google Play Store without a credit card
• How to set up a VPN on Android, iOS, Windows and Chrome OS?
• How To Connect VPN Manually In an Android Smartphone?