New Costco Rule Causes Major Frustration for Utah and Nevada Shoppers

Costco shoppers are in for a change as the wholesale giant has rolled out a new policy that’s shaking up the membership experience. After raising membership fees, Costco has introduced a rule that’s causing quite a stir—and for some, it may even be a dealbreaker.

What’s the New Rule?

Gone are the days of simply showing your card at the door. Costco is now implementing self-service kiosks where members must scan their membership card to gain access to the store. The catch? When you scan your card, the kiosk will display your membership photo to a Costco employee. If the person holding the card doesn’t match the photo, entry is denied.

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The new policy is aimed at cracking down on card-sharing, but it’s causing frustration for families who often share a membership. For instance, couples who have one card featuring only one person’s photo are now finding that only the cardholder can enter, leaving the other partner locked out.

What Does This Mean for Shoppers?

• Guests: Non-members can still accompany a cardholder, but only if the actual member is present at the store.
• Food Court Access: For those who used to sneak into Costco’s food court for a quick bite (like that famous $1.50 hot dog) without a membership—those days are over. The food court is now exclusively for members.

The Potential Upside

Costco claims that the new system will streamline the shopping experience by eliminating the need to show your card at the checkout. But questions remain about the impact on membership points and whether other perks might be affected by the change. It remains to be seen if this adjustment will prove to be a helpful change—or just another hassle for shoppers.

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The Final Word

Costco’s new policy is set to affect millions of its members, transforming membership cards into a one-person pass. If you’re wondering how this change will affect your household shopping trips, stay tuned for more details. One thing is certain: Costco’s shopping experience just got a lot more personalized.

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