Activate your physical card

Activate your physical card easily in the Westpac App or Online Banking without the need to call us or visit a branch.
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How to activate your physical card

In the Westpac App

Before trying these instructions make sure you update to the latest version of the app.  

  1. Search Activate card in the Smart Search bar​
  2. Enter the Card number​
  3. Tap Activate​
  4. Tap to change your card PIN (optional)​

In Online Banking

  1. Go to Service > Services > Card Services​
  2. Select Activate Card​
  3. Enter the Card Number and expiry date and select Activate

 

Are you under 14? As the cardholder, sign into the Westpac App or Online Banking using your customer ID and password. A parent or guardian can then help you follow the debit card activation steps.

 

No activation is needed for Flex or PartPay Cards. Add to your Digital Wallet or use the Digital card version in the Westpac App for payments.

Activating a physical business debit or credit card?​

If you're a business customer, to activate your physical card online, you’ll need to switch from your business profile to a personal profile, and if you haven't yet, register for Online Banking.

Digital Card and dynamic CVC

It's a digital version of your card, instantly available in the Cards Hub. Use it to shop online and pay bills with the added security of a dynamic CVC that updates every 24 hours.

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Download the Westpac App

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Need to register?

You’ll need to register for Online Banking before activating your physical card.​

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Activate physical card online

Sign into Online Banking or the Westpac App to activate.
You’ll need your card details, customer ID and password.

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Things you should know

Read the Westpac Online Banking Terms and Conditions (PDF 407KB) at westpac.com.au before making a decision and consider whether the product is right for you.

Credit Card Terms and Conditions (PDF 264KB)

Westpac Debit MasterCard Terms and Conditions (PDF 216KB) for personal customers

Business Debit MasterCard Terms and Conditions (PDF 171KB)


Fees, charges and credit criteria apply. Read the terms and conditions available at request before making a decision.

Mobile and Tablet Banking applications are only available for use by Westpac Australia customers.

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