It’s that time of year again. Your cousin’s wedding is next week, your best friend’s birthday is tomorrow, or maybe Dashain is just around the corner. You want to give them the freedom to choose their own gift, so you decide on a gift card.
But then you hit a wall. Do you run to the store to buy a physical plastic card, or do you simply pull out your phone and send an e-gift card?
With Nepal’s rapid shift towards digital payments and the steady presence of traditional retail, the choice isn't always obvious. Let’s break down the pros and cons of Plastic vs. Digital gift cards so you can make the right choice.