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You can request a BankAmericard® credit card credit limit increase online, through the Bank of America mobile app, or by calling customer service at (800) 732-9194. To raise your chances of being approved for a higher credit limit, pay your bill on time for at least six straight months, reduce your outstanding debt, and update the income Bank of America has on file. Bank of America will be more likely to increase your credit limit if the revised income clearly shows that you can afford a higher limit.
How To Get A BankAmericard credit card Credit Limit Increase Online
- Log in to your online account or the Bank of America mobile app.
- Choose the BankAmericard credit card card from the list of account options (if you have more than one Bank of America card).
- Click "Information & Services," and then "Request a credit line increase."
- Enter your total annual income and the amount of the increase you want. Click "Review my request."
- Confirm the information entered and click "Submit Request" to complete the request.
- You should receive a decision in just a few seconds. If you're approved for a BankAmericard credit card credit limit increase, the new limit is effective immediately.
Impact of A BankAmericard credit card Credit Limit Increase on Your Credit Score
When you request a BankAmericard credit card credit limit increase, Bank of America will conduct a hard pull of your credit report, which will cause a short-term dip in your credit score. Bank of America cannot do a hard pull without your permission, though.
Alternatively, you could be eligible for a BankAmericard credit card credit limit increase without even requesting one. The BankAmericard credit card card may offer an automatic credit limit increase if Bank of America's regular review of your account shows a history of on-time payments and low debt. An automatic credit limit increase involves a soft pull, which does not affect your credit score.
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