Have you received your latest American Express Card yet? If yes then there is only one more step before you can start using your Card – you must activate it and choose a PIN if you haven’t already. Here’s how you can activate American Express card in the top 3 ways.
The card may be credit or debit but you can activate the card online, over the phone, or through the Amex mobile app. Regardless of which option you select, the card activation process should only take a few minutes.
Here's what you can learn
How to Activate American Express Card: Methods For New Cards
You can’t use American Express cards without activation. If you have a brand new Amex Debit or Credit card and need to activate that then let’s see
Activate American Express Card Through Mobile App
Downloading the Amex App and following these steps is one way to activate your American Express Card:
- Install the American Express mobile app from Google Play or the App Store. Also you can Text MOBILE to 86509 to receive a link to download on your mobile device
- To add a Card, choose “Activate Card and Online Account” or login to an existing account
- After that enter your card information
- Now complete the security questions that appear to confirm your identity
- You need to set a PIN of your choice and activate your Card with this Amex app
Activate American Express Card Over the Phone
You can activate Amex card over phone by two ways mentioned below:
- Call the number printed on the back of your card or call 800-869-3016
- Provide the necessary bank card and personal information, such as your card number and Social Security number
- Check for more contact info
Activate American Express Card Online
- Please go to americanexpress.com/confirmcard
- Enter your credit card number as well as the four-digit ID number found on the back of the card.
- To prove your identity, enter any necessary personal information
Note: If your card is a replacement card and you have requested a new PIN along with the replacement request, please choose a 4-digit PIN and activate your card.
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FAQs on American Express Card Activation
How to Activate an American Express Debit card?
If you want to activate your American Express Debit card after getting the card in your hand then just follow the procedures above. You can do that through Amex Mobile App, Online or Over phone.
How to activate an American Express Credit card?
The American Express Credit card activation process is the same as for the debit card activation. Just follow the processes above mentioned.
How can I check whether my American Express credit card has been activated?
Check the status of your American Express card through your online account or mobile app.
When will I be able to use my American Express credit card after it has been activated?
You can use your Amex card right away after activating it
How can I manage my Amex PIN?
If you haven’t yet gotten your American Express PIN, you can get it here or through the Amex App after answering some security questions. Furthermore, you’ll discover that you can change it to something more memorable if you like.