Quick answer: You can activate a new Metrobank credit card through the Metrobank Online app, the website, or the 24/7 hotline. Log in to Metrobank Online, open cards, select your new card, and choose activate, or call the hotline and follow the prompts to verify your identity. After activation, set or change your PIN before first use. Activation usually takes only a few minutes.
Important points
- Three official routes: the Metrobank Online app, the website, or the phone hotline.
- You verify your identity using card and account details during activation.
- Set or change your card PIN before you make the first purchase.
- Keep your registered mobile handy for any OTP during activation.
- Activate before first use, since a new card often arrives inactive.
- Use only official Metrobank channels to protect your details.
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Ways to activate your card
Activate through Metrobank Online
Log in
Open the Metrobank Online app or website and sign in.
Open cards
Go to the cards section and select your new credit card.
Choose activate
Select the activate option for the card.
Verify identity
Confirm card details and enter any OTP sent to your registered mobile.
Set your PIN
Set or change your PIN, then your card is ready to use.
Before your first purchase
- Sign the back of the card if it has a signature panel.
- Set a PIN you can remember but others cannot guess.
- Enable transaction alerts so you spot any unusual activity.
If you also manage card rewards, see our guide on how to redeem HDFC credit card reward points.
