How To Activate a Revolut Card
What is Revolut Card?
The Revolut card is a prepaid debit card so you won’t receive an account number or sort code but you will be able to make transactions online. You can receive instant updates on your phone for the spending on your account as well as manage and budget your income.
How To Activate a Revolut Card
- Open the Revolut app.
- Go to ‘Cards’ (the card icon in the top right) and tap the card you want to activate → select ‘Activate now’ → choose ‘I have my card’
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I set up a Revolut card?
How to Open a Revolut Personal Account
- Step 1 – Download the Revolut app on Google Play Store or Apple Store.
- Step 2 – Enter your phone number and make a 4-digit passcode.
- Step 3 – Enter a six-digit code you get from a text message.
- Step 4 – Enter your personal information (name, birth date, address, and email address)
How do I activate Revolut on my phone?
Open the Revolut app on your new device. Check if it recognizes you. You should receive an activation email prompting you to activate the account on your new device. You’ll then be asked to take a selfie using the new device.
How do I put money on my Revolut card?
Tap ‘Add money’ Enter the amount you want to add. If needed, tap the button below the amount to change your deposit method. If you’re adding a new card, follow the on-screen steps and tap ‘Add money securely’
Can I use Revolut without the app?
Whatever the reason for wanting to view your account on desktop, now you can. It’s always nice to have the option of both desktop and mobile – and know that your account will always be available to you. So now you can Revolut from any device, anytime, anywhere.
How do I activate Revolut online transactions?
Online transactions are not enabled.
Check if they are enabled by tapping on it in the ‘Cards’ section (the card icon in the top right)→ ‘Settings’ → ‘Online transactions’.
Can I use my phone as a Revolut card?
Contactless payments with a Revolut virtual card
All you need to do is get the Revolut virtual card details from the Revolut app and input them into your digital wallet app.
Do I need ID to open Revolut?
If you meet the above criteria, you can sign up with your mobile phone number and start the on-boarding process. In order to finalise the on-boarding process, we need you to submit: An identification document within the expiration date (it can be RG, RNE, CNH, and Passport with valid visa);
How long does Revolut take to verify?
According to the Revolut website, you can open a new Personal account in minutes⁶. It can sometimes take a little longer to receive confirmation of the identity verification process, anywhere up to 24 hours or more⁷. It can take longer to open a Revolut business account.
How do Revolut cards work?
The Revolut card is a prepaid debit card so you won’t receive an account number or sort code but you will be able to make transactions online. You can receive instant updates on your phone for the spending on your account as well as manage and budget your income.
What is my Revolut PIN?
To view your PIN:
Go to the ‘Cards’ section, by tapping the card icon in the top right. Find the relevant card and tap ‘Settings’ Select ‘View PIN’