So you just received a shiny new Avant credit card in the mail. Congrats! Before you can start racking up rewards or cashback though, you’ll need to activate your card.
Avant offers several different credit cards, like the AvantCard One or the AvantCard Reward+, with perks tailored to different types of cardholders. But no matter which one you applied for, the activation process is quick and simple. This guide will walk you through it.
Three Easy Ways to Activate
You have a few options to activate your Avant credit card:
- Online at avant.com/activate
- Through your account at avant.com/card
- By phone at 855-752-7011
I’ll cover all three methods below.
Activate AvantCard Online at avant.com/activate
Activating online at avant.com/activate is fast and only requires a few pieces of information:
- Your email address
- The last 4 digits of your Social Security Number
- The last 4 digits of your Avant card number
Once you enter those and click “Activate Card,” you’re all set!
The Avant portal also lets you manage your account, set up autopay, go paperless, and more.
Activate Through Your Account
If you’ve already created your online Avant account, you can activate by:
- Going to avant.com/card
- Logging in with your email and password
- Entering the last 4 digits of your card and SSN
Pro Tip: If you forgot your password, reset it by clicking “Forgot password” and following the email instructions.
Activate by Phone
You can also activate by calling 855-752-7011. Just have your card and personal details handy to verify your identity.
Contact Avant Customer Service
The activation process is typically quick and hassle-free. But if you run into any problems, Avant’s customer service can help:
- Credit Card Assistance: Call 855-752-7012 or email [email protected]. Representatives are available 7 days a week.
- General Inquiries: Submit a contact form here or see their FAQ.
Now your card is ready to use – happy spending! Let me know if you have any other credit card questions.