When does an apple gift card expire

Does an Apple gift card ever expire (like cash)? Or is there typically an expiration date on the card when it's purchased. The gift card/certificate would be used with products like iPhone not for iTunes. (P.S. Couldn't find the right forum to post this, so if you have suggestions, please let me know.) Thanks.

The Apple gift cards do not have an expiration time, are usable for years based on my experience with them.

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