You can activate your Chime Visa® Debit or secured Chime Credit Builder Visa® Credit Card in your Chime app or by phone as soon as you receive it. Watch this video for tips, or follow the steps below.
To activate your Chime card in the app:
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- Go to your settings.
- Tap Activate new card under your new card.
- Enter the CVV (this is the three-digit number on the back of your card, next to the signature strip).
- Create your PIN.
- Confirm your PIN.
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A confirmation screen should appear once your card is activated.
Activate by phone
If you can't access the app, you can activate your card over the phone by calling (844) 244-6363 and following the prompts.
When will I receive my card?
When you order a card using the app, it will arrive in the mail within 7-10 business days (for regular shipping) or 3-5 business days (for express shipping).
Can I make purchases before my card arrives?
You can use your temporary digital card to make purchases while waiting for your physical card to arrive. Follow these steps to access it in the app:
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- Go to your settings.
- Tap View Temporary Card to see your temporary card number and details.
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Your temporary card and physical card numbers will match once you receive and activate your physical card. You won’t be able to use your temporary card after activating your physical card.