What is the Credit One Visa Card credit score requirement?

The maximum credit line for a Credit One credit card is not publicly disclosed by the issuer. If approved for a Credit One card, applicants can expect a minimum credit line of $300 to $500 initially, depending on the card and their credit standing.

Credit One cards are designed primarily for people with bad credit (score of 639 or less) or no credit. The lower your credit score is, the lower your Credit One account’s maximum spending amount is likely to be. Credit One may periodically review your account for an automatic credit line increase. This usually occurs after you’ve had the card for at least 6 months. Credit One doesn’t release specific criteria for granting automatic increases.… read full answer

It’s important to know that if you’re approved, the amount of your credit line that’s available for spending may be reduced before you even use the card. Credit One charges an annual fee of $0 - $95 for the first year (up to $99 after). If there is an annual fee, it will be automatically applied against your credit line. So, if your initial credit line is $300, you could start out with as little as $205.

If Credit One’s maximum credit lines aren’t enough to meet your needs, focus on rebuilding your credit to the point where you can apply for a card with the potential for a higher credit line and lower fees.

You can get Credit One to pre-qualify you for one of their credit cards online, by accessing their pre-qualification page. The process will not hurt your credit score, as Credit One just does a soft inquiry.

If you’re prequalified for a Credit One credit card, your odds of acceptance are typically around 90%, should you decide to apply for real. But approval is not guaranteed. Prequalification simply means you may qualify for one of their cards based on a preliminary review of your credit report. You’ll still have to submit an application. Then, Credit One will pull your entire report. This is done with a “hard pull” or “hard inquiry,” which may cause your credit score to dip slightly.… read full answer

Credit One cards are designed primarily for people with bad credit and are fairly easy to get. However, if there are things like unresolved bankruptcies or tax liens on your credit report, Credit One might still reject your application. Otherwise, the odds are in your favor.

You may get a Credit One credit limit increase automatically, but you can also request a Credit One credit limit increase online or by calling customer service at (877) 825-3242. 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 Credit One has on file. Credit One will be more likely to increase your credit limit if the revised income clearly shows that you can afford a higher limit.… read full answer

How to Get a Credit One Credit Limit Increase Online

1. Log in to your online account.
2. Choose the Credit One card for which you're requesting the increase (if you have more than one card).
3. Click "Settings," and then "Credit Line Increase."
4. Enter your required information and click "Continue".
5. Confirm the information and click "Submit" to complete the request.
6. You should receive a decision in just a few seconds. If you're approved for a Credit One credit limit increase, the new limit will be effective immediately.

Impact of a Credit One Credit Limit Increase on Your Credit Score

When you request a Credit One credit limit increase, Credit One will conduct a hard pull of your credit report, which will cause a short-term dip in your credit score. Credit One cannot do a hard pull without your permission, though.

On the other hand, there are times when you could be eligible for a Credit One credit limit increase without even requesting one. Credit One may offer an automatic credit limit increase if its regular reviews of your account show 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.