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Costco gift card users can't redeem cards from Synergy World, Inc., which filed for bankruptcy in January 2026.
Thousands of Costco shoppers nationwide are unable to use gift cards from Synergy World, Inc., a San Diego-based company that shut down in late January 2026 and filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy.
The 19-year-old firm, which sold restaurant gift cards accepted at over 300 locations through Costco, moved its redemption deadline from January 31 to January 30 due to a sudden spike in usage.
Under bankruptcy rules, gift cards are treated as unsecured debts, making recovery of funds unlikely.
While some Costco stores have reportedly offered refunds, there is no official company-wide policy, and Costco has not issued a statement.
The full financial impact and total value of unredeemed cards remain unknown until the bankruptcy process concludes.
Los usuarios de tarjetas de regalo Costco no pueden canjear tarjetas de Synergy World, Inc., que se declaró en bancarrota en enero de 2026.