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Sam's Club runs free membership promotions frequently, sometimes every year or even every quarter. This time:

This one is offered directly by the official website. Within 72h after signing up, you will receive a $45 off coupon, which must be used in person at a Sam's Club store within 60 days (US stores only). That makes this effectively a free $45. This promotion ends on Jan 31, 2020.

*Join now as a new Club member for $45 (plus tax in some places) and receive an Instant Savings offer for $45 off $45 or more of qualifying purchases on one transaction within first 60 days of membership. Must present this offer physically or digitally to receive this offer. Offer ends Jan 31, 2020

RebatesMe has recently had a high cashback offer at Sam's Club plus an extra $35 bonus, so don't forget when shopping online:

After you buy, remember to join the blog's giveaway. Based on the current number of comments, the odds of winning are probably around 100%, so if you're interested, feel free to dilute the odds a bit:

US Sam's Club memberships, like Costco memberships, can be used globally. The author recently used one in China (a US digital membership card). At some China locations, the US membership may not scan at checkout. In that case, the cashier will call a supervisor to register your information, then enter a temporary card to complete the transaction for you.