How To Activate a Nationwide Bank Card
What is Nationwide Bank Card?
You can use your Nationwide debit card almost anywhere in the world that accepts Visa cards. We’ll refuse payments to countries where it would be against applicable laws and regulations. This includes to countries where there are government sanctions (opens in a new window) and restrictions.
How To Activate a Nationwide Bank Card
You don’t need to do anything to activate your debit card. You’ll be able to use it to make online payments as soon as it arrives in the post. If you’ve opened a new current account, we’ll also send your PIN in the post. You’ll need to wait for your PIN to use your card at cash machines or in shops.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I activate my Nationwide card?
How to activate your contactless card. You’ll be able to use contactless after you’ve made your first Chip and PIN payment. That’s when you put your card into a card machine and enter your PIN to pay for something.
How do I activate my new bank card?
No matter where you bank, the process is similar. You can call the automated number on the card to activate it and set up your PIN number. Or, you can activate the card through your bank, by using it at an ATM, or by making a purchase anywhere Visa is accepted.
How can I activate my ATM card online?
You need to login to the respective bank’s internet banking portal. Once you log in, go to the section marked as ‘Debit Card’. There will be instructions on how to generate an ATM PIN for your Debit Card. Generate an ATM PIN by following those instructions and your Debit Card will be activated online.
How long does it take a debit card to activate?
While there is no set time frame for activating a debit card, it is best to do so as soon as you receive it.
How do I find my Nationwide card PIN?
Choose Other account services. From the Account services menu, choose Request a PIN reminder. Enter the last 8 digits of your 16-digit card number. Click Request PIN.
How long does a Nationwide card take?
Your card and PIN should arrive about 7 working days after you open your account. For security reasons they are delivered in separate letters. It might take longer than 7 days if we’ve asked for more details from you to approve your application.
How can I activate my card without going to bank?
You need to login to the respective bank’s internet banking portal. Once you log in, go to the section marked as ‘Debit Card’. There will be instructions on how to generate an ATM PIN for your Debit Card. Generate an ATM PIN by following those instructions and your Debit Card will be activated online.
Can I activate my card in ATM?
Insert your debit card into the ATM. Enter the debit card number and the ATM pin. You will then be prompted to create a new ATM pin. Follow the instructions on the machine to enter your new ATM PIN, and your card will be activated.