Alexandra Barring, Banking Moderator
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No, you cannot use a NetSpend® Visa® Prepaid Card without activation. Activation is a mandatory process to ensure that your card is securely linked to your account and that you are the authorized user.
You can activate your NetSpend® Visa® Prepaid Card either online or by phone. Once activated, you can load funds and start making purchases.
You can check the best prepaid cards available for you to make sure that whatever decision you go for really fits your goals.
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