Simple & Secure Ways to Activate Your Credit Card
As per guidelines, Credit Card needs to be activated within 37 days of Card opening date. Credit Card will be suspended if not activated by you.
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Activating your RBL Bank credit card is a simple process, and you have multiple convenient methods to choose from. Below is a comprehensive guide to each activation method. Choose the method that best suits your convenience to activate your RBL Bank credit card securely and efficiently.
Once you request for activation from any of the below way of activating your card, your card will be activated within 24 hours of giving the request and you will get a confirmation communication on your registered mobile number.
List of All the Methods
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Give a missed call
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RBL Bank MyCard App Registration
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WhatsApp Activation
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SMS Activation
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Set PIN
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Switch On your Card
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Make a transaction
Give a Miss Call
Activate your credit card effortlessly by giving a miss call.
Steps to Activate:
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Dial: From your registered mobile number, give a missed call to 8744810111.
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Confirmation: You will receive a confirmation message indicating successful activation.
Card activation Via miss call can only be done till 30 days from card open date.
RBL Bank MyCard App Registration
The RBL MyCard App offers a seamless platform to manage your credit card, including activation.
Steps to Activate:
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Download and Install: Get the RBL MyCard App from the App Store or Google Play Store.
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Register: Open the app and register using your registered mobile number and credit card details.
WhatsApp Activation
Use WhatsApp for a secure and convenient activation process.
Steps to Activate:
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Initiate Chat: Send "Hi" to RBL Bank's WhatsApp number from your registered mobile number.
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Select Option: Choose the "Activate Your Credit Card" option.
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OTP Verification: Authenticate the process by entering the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
SMS Activation
Activate your card by sending a simple SMS.
Steps to Activate:
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Compose SMS: Type AVSM & Last two digits of your Credit Card for ex: AVSM 12
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Send: Send the SMS to 5607011 from your registered mobile number.
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Confirmation: You will receive a message confirming that your activation request has been accepted. Once activated, you will receive a SMS confirmation.
If credit card remains inactive for more than 30 days from the card opening date, card activation will require a one-time password (OTP). Since SMS activation does not require an OTP, this method will not be applicable after 30 days of inactivity. Please use an alternative activation method if your card has been inactive for more than 30 days.
Set PIN
Setting up your Personal Identification Number (PIN) to activate your credit card:
Methods to Set or Change Your RBL Bank Credit Card PIN:
Using the RBL MyCard Mobile App
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Open the App: Launch the RBL MyCard App on your device.
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Navigate to ‘My Account’ Section: Select your credit card and tap on 'Settings.'
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Select 'Change Card PIN': Choose the 'Change Card PIN' option.
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Set New PIN: Enter a 4-digit PIN of your choice and submit it.
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Authenticate: Enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
Note: For add-on cards, use the primary cardholder's date of birth during the process.
PIN Change through RBL Bank PIN Change Portal
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Visit the Official Website: Go to the RBL Bank credit card PIN change page: RBL Bank
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Enter Card Details: Provide your 16-digit credit card number, date of birth, and card expiry date.
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Receive OTP: An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number.
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Verify OTP: Enter the OTP on the website.
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Set New PIN: Choose a 4-digit PIN and confirm it.
Note: If setting a PIN for an add-on card, enter the primary cardholder's date of birth.
Switch On Your Card
Activate your card by enabling your card controls.
Using the RBL Bank Mobile App:
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Log in RBL Bank MyCard app using your registered mobile number and MPIN.
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On the app’s homepage, go to “Settings” the ‘My Account’ section.
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Select your credit card and click on ‘Control your Limit’.
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Manage Card Settings:
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Set Transaction Limits:
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Choose the type of transaction (online, ATM, POS, etc.).
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Specify the maximum spending limit.
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Enable/Disable Transaction Types:
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Toggle ON/OFF for domestic or international transactions, ATM withdrawals, online payments, or contactless transactions.
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Block/Unblock Card:
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Instantly block the card if misplaced or suspected of unauthorized activity.
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Unblock the card when ready to use it again.
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Confirm Changes:
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Review the settings you’ve modified.
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Click ‘Save Changes’.
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Receive confirmation via SMS/email for the updated card controls.
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Using the RBL Bank Web Portal
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Visit RBL Bank’s official website.
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Select Card setting under Credit card from the Login selection
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Log in using your credentials (RMN, PAN no. & OTP).
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Select your credit card & choose the type of transaction (online, ATM, POS, etc.).
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Specify the maximum spending limit.
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Confirm and save your updated preferences by entering OTP.
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Notifications will be sent to your registered email and phone number.
Note: Credit card activation post 30 days of inactivity from the date of issuance will require a one-time password (OTP). The card can be activated through registration on the RBL Bank MyCard app, updating card settings (such as enabling online, international, or Tap & Pay transactions), or by setting up the PIN. Activation methods that do not require an OTP, such as missed calls or SMS, will not be applicable for card application.
