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Frequently Asked Questions

• Why become a member?

  As a member, enjoy exclusive members-only pricing and special perks.

  • Save on groceries and other essentials in bulk, as well as discover other extra special finds.
  • Connect with the club wherever you need it. Enjoy free shipping, Scan & Go™, Pickup and same-day grocery delivery.
  • Quality's a given with top brands and our own Member's Mark™ line of products.
  • As part of the Sam’s Club family, take care of all you need with access to pharmacy and optical services, auto-buying, and tire installation and much more.

  We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Membership not your thing? We'll give you a complete refund.

• How much does it cost to join Sam’s Club?

  We offer two membership types, Plus and Club. We recommend joining with a Plus membership for all the perks we have to offer, including free shipping, Sam's Cash and early shopping times.

  Club - $50/year

  Perks include

  • Instant Savings - get additional offers on top of members-only pricing.
  • Sam’s Club Mastercard - get 5% back on gas, 3% on dining and travel and 1% on other purchases. See terms and conditions.
  • Fuel savings - get member-exclusive prices on fuel at select clubs.
  • Tire and battery center - stay safe on the road with free flat-tire repair, battery testing, and wiper blade installation.
  • Add-on memberships - share your savings with up to eight additional members. Add-on memberships receive all the same Club membership perks for a discounted annual price of $45.

  Plus - $110/year

  The best value. Get all the perks of a Club membership, as well as:

  • Sam's Cash - get 2% back on qualifying purchases up to $500/year. See terms and conditions.
  • Free shipping - on eligible orders of $50 or more. Exclusions apply. See terms.
  • Early shopping - get in before the crowds at select clubs.
  • Free select prescriptions - feel better for less. Plus members can get 5 free select prescriptions, more than 600 prescriptions for $10 or less and get up to 30% off select name-brand prescriptions. See terms.
  • Optical savings - Buy one pair, get 40% off additional pairs. One purchase for the same person.
  • Add-on memberships - save on up to 16 extra Club memberships for a discounted annual price of $45.

• How can I make the most of my membership?

  Maximize your savings by taking advantage of these additional membership perks

  • Pickup - select Pick up in club when you shop online, choose your pickup time and check in on the Sam's Club app when you arrive. Your items will be ready and waiting for you. Need to stock up on ice cream or frozen veggies? We’ll keep them refrigerated and frozen until you arrive.
  • Member’s Mark - browse our Member’s Mark line of carefully crafted and thoughtfully sourced products made with premium ingredients—all at members-only prices. Stock up on groceries, or refresh your space with curated picks for home and the outdoors.
  • Sam's Club app - skip the checkout line by scanning and paying for items with Scan & Go™ in the Sam’s Club app. You can also manage your membership, and check in for your Club Pickup orders, all with a tap.
  • Travel savings - access exclusive discounts on movie tickets, major shows and events, and theme parks in all of the hottest destinations. You'll also save on rental cars and hotels.
  • Pharmacy savings - manage and refill prescriptions for the whole family, including pets. We carry brand name prescriptions, vitamins and supplements and symptom relief remedies, as well as more than 200 popular pet meds.
  • Optical savings - choose from an assortment of low-cost, premium options, including contact lens solution, reading glasses, eye health supplements and sunglasses.
  • Photo printing - put your favorite memories on display with 50 free 4x6 prints when you open a new photo account. We also offer passport photos, wedding photos and stationery cards.

• How do I join Sam's Club?

  Join online or at the Member Services desk in a club.

• Can I add someone to my Sam’s Club membership?

  One of the perks of membership is one free membership to share with someone in your household. Whether you have a Club membership or a Plus membership, you get a complimentary membership card.

  Want more memberships? Get add-on memberships for a discounted annual price of $45 each. Club members can add up to 8 at this exclusive price, and Plus members can add up to 16. These members will enjoy all the perks that a $50 Club membership includes.