How To Activate a New CIBC Debit Card
What is CIBC Debit Card?
The CIBC Advantage Debit Card is a debit card that you can use around the world to make purchases directly from your account(s). Even though your card is a “debit” card, some payment terminals require merchants to press “credit” or “Visa” to process Visa Debit transactions through the global Visa payment network.
How To Activate a New CIBC Debit Card
Activate your card at a CIBC bank machine before you leave the branch. If you received your card in the mail: Activate your card by using it along with your PIN at any CIBC bank machine or retail location.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I activate my CIB debit card?
For debit/credit cards activation, Call 19666 from your registered phone number and select the activation option. Enter the card number you want to activate and your National ID card number, and follow the steps.
How do I activate my new card?
New debit cards often have a sticker on the front that provides you with a number to call to activate the card. If your card doesn’t have this, call the customer service number provided on the back of the card. Follow the prompts to enter the required information.
How do I know if my debit card is activated?
I advice you to call the debit card company. A representative can check the activation status of your card and help you activate an inactive card. In addition, many banks allow you to activate your debit card at an ATM if you know your PIN. Insert the card into the ATM, enter the PIN, and the card should be activated.
How do I activate my debit card via SMS?
Step 1: SMS ‘PIN 5678 ABCD’ to 567676. Step 2: Here, 5678 represents the last four digits of your debit card number and ABCD represents the last four digits of your bank account number linked to the debit card. Once the SMS is sent, you will receive an OTP number on your mobile.
Can I use CIBC debit card abroad?
Use your debit card at millions of merchants in over 200 countries, wherever Visa is accepted. When paying, select “Visa” if required and enter your PIN. The purchase will be deducted from your bank account. It’s that simple!
Can I activate my new debit card at any ATM?
In order to activate an ATM card from another bank’s ATM machine, customers must first make sure the machine supports interbank activation. Some banks may require the customer to enter their card information and confirm it with a PIN. This information is then sent to the customer’s bank for authorization.
How do I activate my CIBC debit card for in app payments?
Download the app. on your Android device and follow the on-screen instructions to add your CIBC credit or debit cards. You can also add your card with the CIBC Mobile Banking® App, through “Settings and Security.” Set your CIBC card as your default payment option or select it right before you pay.
Where do I activate my Visa debit card?
Your bank’s website: Sign in to your account and search for activate new card. Mobile app: Many banks allow you to activate your card in the mobile app. Phone: Typically, your new card will include a sticker with a toll-free number to use for activation.
Where is 4 digit PIN on debit card?
The 4-digit PIN code is the password you set in your bank account to withdraw money at an ATM. It won’t be printed on a card. If you’ve forgotten your PIN, you’ll need to contact your bank to retrieve it.