Sebi Mitchell, Credit Cards Moderator
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If you have a pre-approved offer, you can apply for the Merrick Bank Credit Card card online or by filling out and sending back the application form you received with your offer.
Without an offer letter, you can only check if you pre-qualify online. In case you do qualify, you’ll be able to apply by following the steps provided.
Approval requirements are quite lenient, as you can apply for the Merrick Bank Credit Card card even with bad. But other factors will also be taken into consideration when the issuer looks at your application, such as your income and existing debts.
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