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To verify a Barclays Bank credit card, call Barclays at 1-877-408-8866, visit the online card verification page, or use the Barclays mobile app. Once you verify your Barclays credit card, you will be able to start using it for purchases.
Verifying a Barclays Bank credit card is the same as activating it. Many issuers use the words “verification” and “activation” interchangeably.
How to Verify a Barclays Bank Credit Card
- By phone: Call 1-877-408-8866 and enter your card number when prompted.
- Online: Go to the Barclays online card verification page. Enter your card number, security code, and the last 4 digits of your Social Security number, then submit the verification.
- Mobile App: Log in to the Barclays mobile app and tap "Activate your Account". You'll need the same information as you'd provide for online activation.
If you have issues verifying a Barclays Bank credit card, you can always call the customer service number on the back of your card and ask for assistance. Keep in mind that it’s best to verify your card as soon as possible after receiving it.
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