Conquering Costco with Your Phone: A Hilarious Odyssey (Because Apparently You Can't Just Scan Your Fridge for Membership)
Let's face it, folks. We all love Costco. The giant packs of toilet paper, the questionable life-sized Minion displays, the free samples that mysteriously disappear before reaching the checkout – it's a magical place. But what if I told you there was a way to streamline your Costco experience, to shed the burden of that bulky plastic card threatening to burst your wallet? Enters dramatic music Yes, I'm talking about adding your Costco card to your Apple Wallet.
But Hold Up! There's a Twist (Because Costco Does What Costco Wants)
Now, before you get all giddy and try to scan your physical card like you're some kind of grocery store Jedi, there's a wrinkle in the plan. You can only add the CITIBANK Costco Visa credit card to Apple Wallet, not your actual membership card. I know, right? The plot thickens faster than the lines on a Saturday afternoon at Costco.
Fear Not, Fellow Warehouse Warrior! Here's the Lowdown:
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Download the Citi Mobile App (Because Apparently Banks Like Apps Now)
This might be a good time to dust off your detective skills. You'll need to find the hidden menu (because apparently NOTHING is straightforward at Costco) to link your Costco card with the Citi Mobile App. Pro Tip: If you get lost, just follow the trail of slightly-used phone chargers and questionable protein bars – those lead to the app for sure. -
Add Your Card to Apple Wallet (The Easy Part, Finally!)
Once you've wrangled the Citi Mobile App into submission, adding the card to your Apple Wallet is a breeze. It's like the technological equivalent of coasting downhill in a shopping cart full of plushies. Easy peasy. -
Here Comes the But... (There's Always a But)
Remember that membership card you still have to carry around? Yeah, that's not going anywhere just yet. Apple Pay and the Costco membership card are like oil and water – they just don't mix. So while you can tap-to-pay with your fancy new Apple Wallet Costco Visa, you'll still need to show your physical membership card at the door. #CostcoLogic
So, Is It All Worth It?
Absolutely! While you won't be achieving full wallet liberation (thanks, Costco!), you'll be one step closer to a smoother checkout experience. Think of it as shedding a pesky fruit fly from your grocery haul – a small victory, but a victory nonetheless.
Bonus Tip: While you're at it, take a selfie with that giant stuffed bear. You deserve it after this Costco credit card rollercoaster.
