No, you cannot buy Valorant Points directly with a Valorant Gift Card

A Valorant Gift Card is designed to send in-game cosmetics and battle pass access to another player, not to purchase Valorant Points (RP) for yourself. The card comes pre-loaded with a specific cosmetic bundle or battle pass — you cannot convert it to Points or choose what you receive. If you want to buy Valorant Points, you need to use a payment method that Riot Games accepts directly: a credit card, debit card, PayPal account, or regional payment options depending on where you live.

The confusion happens because both Valorant Gift Cards and Valorant Points are used in the same game store, but they work through completely different systems. A gift card is a one-time transfer of a specific item to someone else's account. Valorant Points are the currency you buy with real money and then spend however you want on skins, battle passes, or other cosmetics.

Key Takeaways

  • Valorant Gift Cards contain a specific cosmetic item or battle pass and cannot be converted to Valorant Points.
  • To purchase Valorant Points, you must use a credit card, debit card, PayPal, or other payment methods Riot Games accepts in your region.
  • If someone sends you a Valorant Gift Card, the item appears in your account automatically and you cannot refund it for Points.
  • Gift cards are sent to another player's account and cannot be used on your own account.

What a Valorant Gift Card actually contains

When you purchase a Valorant Gift Card from the official Riot Games store or authorized retailers, you are buying a specific bundle that Riot has created. Common options include agent skins, weapon skins, or a battle pass for the current season. The card comes with a code that you send to another player, and when they redeem it, that exact item appears in their inventory.

You cannot choose what cosmetic the card contains — Riot decides what each card offers. You also cannot split a card between multiple items or people. If the card includes a 1,350 RP skin bundle, that is what the recipient gets, and there is no leftover Points balance to spend elsewhere.

How to actually purchase Valorant Points

Open Valorant and click the Points icon in the top right of the main menu. Select the amount of Points you want to buy — options typically range from 475 RP up to 11,000 RP. Click "Purchase" and you will be taken to a payment screen where Riot asks for your payment method.

The payment methods Riot accepts vary by region. In the United States and most of Europe, you can use a Visa, Mastercard, or American Express debit or credit card, or link a PayPal account. Some regions also accept local payment options like iDEAL in the Netherlands, Paysafecard, or mobile carrier billing. If you are unsure what methods work in your country, the payment screen will show only the options available to you.

After you complete the purchase, the Points appear in your account immediately. You can then spend them on any cosmetic in the store, including skins, agent contracts, or battle passes. Unlike a gift card, Points stay in your account until you use them, and you can buy multiple times.

Why you might confuse gift cards with Points

Valorant Gift Cards and Points both show up in the same in-game store, and both are ways to get cosmetics. The key difference is who controls what you receive. With Points, you buy the currency and then choose exactly what to spend it on. With a gift card, someone else has already chosen the item for you, and you receive it as a gift to their account.

Gift cards are useful if you want to send a specific skin to a friend or teammate, or if you want to give someone Valorant cosmetics without knowing their payment information. But if you want to buy Points for yourself to spend however you choose, a gift card will not work.

What happens if you receive a Valorant Gift Card

When someone sends you a Valorant Gift Card code, you redeem it by going to the Valorant store, clicking your profile icon, and selecting "Redeem a Code." Paste the code and the item will be added to your inventory. You cannot refuse it, trade it, or convert it to Points.

If you receive a gift card for an item you already own, you still cannot get a refund or exchange it for Points. Riot's policy does not allow refunds on redeemed gift cards. The only exception is if the code itself was fraudulent or never worked in the first place — in that case, contact Riot support with proof of purchase.

Where to buy Valorant Gift Cards if you want to send one

Valorant Gift Cards are sold on the official Riot Games store at playvalorant.com. You can also find them at some third-party retailers depending on your region, though buying directly from Riot is the safest option. When you purchase a card, you receive a code immediately that you can send to the recipient by email, text, or any other method.

Prices vary by region and by which cosmetic bundle the card contains. A card with a single agent skin might cost $10 USD, while a card with a bundle of multiple items could cost $20 or more. Check the Riot store to see current options and pricing in your area.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a Valorant Gift Card code on my own account?

No. Gift cards are designed to be sent to another player. When you purchase a card, you receive a code to share with someone else, and they redeem it on their account. You cannot redeem a gift card code on the account that purchased it.

What if I bought a gift card but want Valorant Points instead?

You cannot convert a gift card to Points. If you have not yet sent the code to anyone, contact Riot support with your receipt and explain that you purchased it by mistake. They may be able to refund you depending on how long ago you bought it, but refunds are not may provide. If you have already sent the code, it cannot be reversed.

Do Valorant Gift Cards expire?

Codes do not expire once issued, but check the terms on your receipt or the Riot store page where you bought the card. Some retailers may have their own expiration policies on unredeemed cards before you receive the code.

Can I buy Valorant Points with a gift card from another game?

No. Gift cards from other games like League of Legends or Fortnite cannot be used to buy Valorant Points. Each game has its own payment system. You need a payment method that Riot Games accepts directly.

Is there a way to get free Valorant Points?

Riot does not offer free Points through normal gameplay. You must purchase Points with real money. Some promotional events or regional offers may include Points, but these are rare and announced directly in the game client.