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How to block a credit or debit card: Nowadays, debit card or credit card has become an important part of everyone's life. From ticket booking to shopping, nothing can be done without it. Due to the rapid increase in the use of plastic cards, many facilities have been added to them.
Recently, with the rapid increase in the use of plastic cards, the incidence of their loss or misplacement is also increasing. What do you do if you lose your card in these circumstances? Today we have presented to you a step-by-step process on how to block a debit card or credit card in case of loss. Knowing this will make you worry free
How to block debit/credit card online
Let us tell you that you can block your debit or credit card through your bank's online banking portal or mobile app. Most banks provide the facility to block cards.
- Log in to your net banking portal or mobile app.
- Go to your debit/credit card details section.
- Select the option to block the card.
- Please provide the reason for blocking the card.
- Submit the request and the bank will ask for confirmation again to block.
- An OTP will be generated which after entering will block the card.
- You will receive an SMS confirming that your debit/credit card has been successfully blocked.
- How to block debit/credit card offline?
- In case of loss of debit/credit card, visit your nearest bank branch. Bank officials will assist you in blocking your debit or credit card and unblocking the card.
How to block Debit/Credit Card through SMS?
Some banks offer the option to block the card via SMS. Send an SMS in the prescribed format to the number provided by your bank. After sending, you will receive a confirmation message from the bank regarding the request. Your card will be blocked.
How to block card from toll free number?
You can also block your card by calling your bank's toll-free number. This method allows you to speak directly to customer service to report the loss and request a block on your card.
