How to Activate a Credit Card.

29 Apr 2024 2 mins Credit Cards

How to Activate a Credit Card.

Whether you do it online, via a mobile app, or over the phone, activating your credit card is really easy. Let's assess the procedures:  


Methods for Online Credit Card Activation  


Step 1: Visit the official website of your bank.  


Step 2: Access internet banking by logging in with your password and user ID.  


'Card Activation' should be found in Step 3.  


Step 4: Enter your birthdate, credit card number, and expiration date.  


Step5: Press "Submit."  


Step 6: Enter the PIN for your ATM and click "Submit."  


Step 7: An OTP will be sent to your phone.  


Step 8: Click 'Continue' after entering the OTP. 

 

How to Use a Mobile App to Activate a Credit Card  


Step 1: Download and open the mobile app for your bank.  


Step 2: Select "Activate a Card" or "Register."  


Step 3: Select 'Credit card' in step three.  


Step 4: Enter your birthdate and card information.  


Step 5: Click 'Next' to send an OTP request.  


Step 6: Input the obtained OTP.  


Step 7: Make a fresh password and user ID.  


Step 8: Select "OK" after entering a security question.  


Methods for Offline Credit Card Activation   


Through Customer Support: Just get in touch with your bank's customer support. Visit the bank's website to get their number. They will assist you during the procedure.  


Through SMS: If your bank allows it, you can activate your card through SMS. Find out if your bank provides this. You'll get guidelines on what to text. You will receive a response verifying activation after submitting it.  


And that's it! Your credit card will be available for use in no time with these simple procedures. Haapy spending!