Activating Your Card Without Internet Access

How to Activate Without Internet

1. Phone Activation

• Look at the sticker on the front of your new card for the toll-free activation number.
  
  

• Call the number from any phone and follow the automated prompts.
  
  

• Enter your card details, verify your identity, and your card will be activated instantly.
  
  

2. Speak to Customer Service

• If you’d prefer, you can choose to connect with a Capital One representative.
  
  

• The agent will walk you through the activation process step by step.
  
  

Why Choose Offline Activation?

• No internet required – ideal for users without Wi-Fi or mobile data.
  
  

• Simple and quick – just a short phone call.
  
  

• Secure – activation is handled through official Capital One systems.
  
  

FAQs  

1. Can I activate my Capital One card by mail?
No, activation by mail isn’t available. You must activate either online, through the mobile app, or by phone.

2. Do I need to set a PIN during phone activation?
For debit cards, you may be prompted to set or confirm your PIN. For credit cards, a PIN is not required for activation.

3. What if I lost the sticker with the phone number?
You can call Capital One’s main support line at 1-800-227-4825 for help with activation.

4. Is the activation immediate when I do it by phone?
Yes, in most cases your card is active as soon as you finish the call.

5. Can both debit and credit cards be activated without internet access?
Yes, both debit and credit cards can be activated by calling the activation line.

Even without internet access, Capital One ensures you can activate your card quickly and securely, so you’re ready to use it within minutes.