How To Activate a New RBC Debit Card
What is RBC Debit Card?
The RBC Royal Bank Visa Debit card provides an alternative payment method to cash or cheques when shopping. This card can be used in person, online or by telephone or mail order. It can also be used to withdraw cash at RBC Royal Bank ATMs, or other ATM machines where the Visa or Plus symbols are displayed.
How To Activate a New RBC Debit Card
If you have access to Online Banking, sign in using your Client Card/Username and Password. Select your credit card on the Accounts Summary page. You will be taken to the Credit Card Account Details page, where you can select “Activate My Credit Card”. Follow the on-screen prompts.
Frequently Asked Questions
How I can activate my new debit 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.
What number do I call to activate my RBC Visa debit card?
Your personal deposit account linked to your RBC Virtual Visa Debit Number may be restricted. Your RBC Virtual Visa Debit may be not activated. Please call 1-877-769-2515 to activate your Virtual Visa Debit Number.
How do I activate my US RBC debit card?
When your card arrives:
- Sign-in to U.S. Online Banking.
- Select Statement & Services > Credit Card/Debit Card Management.
- Select Activate Card.
When can you activate a new debit card?
Yes, activating your debit card as soon as you receive it in the mail is a necessary step for you to use your card, and an important step to help protect yourself from fraud.
Can I use my new debit card straight away?
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.
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.
Can I activate my RBC debit card online?
For added convenience, you can instantly activate a new RBC Virtual Visa Debit card through the RBC Mobile App.
Can you use RBC debit card online?
The RBC Royal Bank Visa Debit card provides an alternative payment method to cash or cheques when shopping. This card can be used in person, online or by telephone or mail order. It can also be used to withdraw cash at RBC Royal Bank ATMs, or other ATM machines where the Visa or Plus symbols are displayed.
Do I have to call to 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.
Why does my RBC debit card not have a CVV?
Unfortunately, the RBC Client Card does not have a CVV number because it can only be used for in-person purchases. If you want to use your debit card to purchase items online or over the phone, you’ll need to get the RBC Visa Debit card. Contact an RBC representative to request a RBC Visa Debit card.