Does everyone get approved for the Walmart credit card?

It is not very hard to get a Walmart Credit Card. Walmart has credit card offerings for people with fair credit or better. There are two Walmart credit cards: the Walmart® Store Card that can only be used at Walmart, and the Walmart Credit Card which can be used anywhere Mastercard is accepted.… read full answer

Both cards accept applicants with fair credit, so a score of 640 or higher. Requirements also include being a U.S. resident and at least 18 years of age to get either card. You’ll also want to have a steady income, although Walmart doesn’t release specific income requirements. As with most credit cards, the higher your income and the lower your existing debt, the better your chances will be for approval.

Here’s how to get a Walmart Credit Card:

The application process is simple and can be completed online or in store. Regardless of where you fill it out, the application is the same. It asks for your name and address, phone number, Social Security Number, and your annual net income.

Here’s how to find out if you’ve been approved for a Walmart Credit Card:

You can check the status of your Walmart Credit Card application at any time by calling Walmart Credit Services. If your application is approved, you will receive your new card in the mail in 7-10 business days later.

If you don’t get approved for a Walmart Credit Card, don’t worry. There are plenty of other credit cards for people with fair credit, no credit and even bad credit. If you’re trying to build, or rebuild, your credit, secured cards are an excellent option, as they’re easier to get approved for thanks to the required security deposit. Regardless of what card you decide on, be sure to make all of your payments on time and use your credit card responsibly. That way, your credit score will go up and you’ll have better chances of being approved for the top credit cards you want.

You probably won’t be able to get a Walmart credit card with no credit history. Both Walmart cards require at least fair credit for approval.

Your best bet is to go for a card that’s explicitly open to people with no credit history. Capital One Platinum is one of the best choices. You might also consider secured cards like Capital One Quicksilver Secured or Capital One Platinum Secured.… read full answer

No, the Walmart Credit Card will not do a soft pull. The Walmart Credit Card application will result in a hard inquiry. So, keep in mind that you will need at least fair credit (640+) to get the card. While the score is higher than what most store cards require, you will be able to use the card anywhere Mastercard is accepted.… read full answer

More info regarding the Walmart Credit Card credit inquiry

You can check if you prequalify for the Walmart Credit Card on the issuer's pre-qualification page. This inquiry will not affect your credit score as it will be a soft pull. However, if you do prequalify and want to get the card, you will need to submit an actual application which will result in a hard pull.

A hard pull usually causes an applicant's credit score to drop by 5-10 points. Most people’s scores bounce back within 3-6 months with responsible credit management, but it can take up to 12 months. You can also check out Wallethub's guide on how to minimize the credit score damage.