Can I Shop at BJs Without My Membership Card?

BJ's Wholesale Club members are required to scan their membership cards at checkout. So what happens if you are a BJs member but you forget your membership card?

The good news is you can still shop that day at BJs. Many times I have forgotten my BJs membership card. The young employee gave me a new card last time I went to the customer service desk!

Pretty exciting for someone who forgets their membership card in their other jacket pocket quite frequently.

You can browse most BJ's clubs without a membership, but in order to purchase anything a BJ's membership card is required.

What to do when you forget your BJs card:

If you forgot to bring your membership card with you to BJs, all you need to do is go to the customer service desk with your ID, and they will give you a little yellow piece of paper with your membership number.

If you checkout at self-checkout, a cashier will need to come over and get your order started with the yellow, “Forgot my membership paper.”

If you are checking out and realize you don't have your membership card on you, you can still head on over to the customer service desk. Just let the cashier know the situation, and they will take care of you.

You can always use your husband and wife's BJs membership card as well.

Or, if you have the BJs app, you can bring up your membership number/barcode to scan.

Here's How to Use Your BJs Membership Card in the App:

• Open the app and hit the button in the top right corner- a person outline
• Then Under your name at the top hit MY Card
• You can type the number in at self checkout
• Or the cashier can type the number in for you

Grab a $25 BJs membership today here.

The Best BJ's Wholesale Club Memberships:

Along with being able to get memberships for personal use or business use, BJ's offers two different memberships based on your needs.

If you decide to become a BJ's member you can get an inner circle membership for only $25 for the year online here. This inner circle membership is normally priced at $55, but through our blog, we offer new members a discount. The inner circle membership includes a second membership card for a household member.

The inner-circle membership is the cheaper option compared to the BJ's Perks Rewards Membership, which actually gives you 2 percent back on most BJ's in-club or online purchases for $110 a year. The BJ's perks membership includes a second Membership card for a household member. 

You can also get online access to BJs.com if you are not a member. There is a one-day pass for non BJ's members. In our article, you can look at the two different options for a one-day pass.

Another perk to being a BJ's member is the same-day delivery option. BJ's is partnering with Instacart for same-day delivery options. If you want to avoid the delivery fee you can choose curbside pickup at BJ's Wholesale Club.

To learn more about curbside pickup at BJs read the article HERE.

Tips to Save Money at BJs When Becoming a Member

If you're looking for a great place to save money on your groceries, then BJs Wholesale Club is definitely worth checking out. With membership discounts available for new members, BJs is a great place to get all of your grocery needs met.

Here are some tips on how to make the most of shopping at BJs:

1. Make a list before you go: This may seem like a no-brainer, but it's really easy to get caught up in all of the great deals at BJs and forget what you need. By making a list before you go, you can stay focused and ensure you're getting only the items you need.

2. Use coupons: BJs offers a variety of coupons that can be used on your purchases. Be sure to take advantage of these coupons to save even more money.

BJ's Wholesale is the only club that accepts manufacturer coupons on top of using their store coupons. We call this a coupon stack. You can read more about how to coupon at BJ's here.

3. Join the club: Membership at BJs Wholesale Club has its perks, like exclusive discounts and early access to sales. If you're serious about saving money, it's definitely worth signing up for a membership.

4. Shop the sales: BJs has great sales all throughout the year, so be sure to keep an eye out for them. By shopping the sales, you can save a ton of money on your groceries. We share the sales weekly on our blog- Mybjswholesale. BJ's also sends out monthly coupon books- which are the sale prices.

By following these tips, you can make the most of shopping at BJs Wholesale Club and save a ton of money on your groceries.

So, what are you waiting for? Start shopping!

More Common Questions About Shopping at BJs:

Did You Forget Your BJ's Coupons at Home?

Where can I get a free membership to BJ's?

Where can I get a discount membership to BJs?

• I am new to coupons. Where do I start? 

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