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Yes, you can use a credit card without a PIN. You only need one if you plan to use your card for cash advances at ATMs. You may also need a PIN to make purchases at automated kiosks when traveling abroad. However, besides these two exceptions, no PIN is necessary to make a purchase with a credit card.
If you need a PIN for certain transactions, you can generally request it online, over the phone, or at a branch, depending on the credit card issuer.
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The easiest way you can set up a credit card PIN is through your online account. Alternatively, you can do it either by phone, at a branch or ATM, or by mail.
A credit card PIN is a four-digit code you can use to complete certain transactions, like cash advances. When you first get your card, your PIN is often sent along with your new credit card’s paperwork. But you are usually given the option...
read full answerAnyone know how to get a cash advance on a credit card without a PIN?
There are a few ways to get a cash advance on a credit card without a PIN. The easiest way to withdraw cash from a credit card without a PIN is to visit a bank that does business with your credit card company, ask the teller for a cash advance, and present your card along with a government-issued photo ID. You could also ask your credit card’s issuer for so-called credit access checks, which you can then use...
read full answerHow can I change my credit card PIN?
To change your credit card PIN, call the issuer’s customer service department at the number you see on the back of your card. Be ready to provide personal information to confirm your identity.
Individual bank policies can vary, but the most common ways you can change your credit card PIN are by phone, online, at your issuer's branch, or at an ATM. If you want to make sure you're following the right steps, call...
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