Gift Card Expiry Act Explained

Grant McIntosh from the Commerce Commission updates us on the changes that will come into effect in March 2026 around the Fair Trading (Gift Card Expiry) Amendment Act 2024. Learn what changes retailers will need to make to comply with the new gift card expiry rules, if any types of vouchers are exempt, and if there are any rules around cards sold before the new law takes effect.

Commerce Commission - Gift Cards and Vouchers

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