where i can buy prepaid visa card
You can buy prepaid cards at retail locations (such as grocery stores and drug stores), online, over the phone, or from some banks and credit unions. If you buy the card online, you may be issued a virtual card, or they may send you a physical card in the mail.
When you buy the card, you will pay for the cost of the card plus the amount that you want to load onto it, often termed the “initial load.” Some cards require a minimum initial load.
How to register your reloadable prepaid card
It’s important to register your card so it is protected in case of loss or theft. When you register your card, you may be asked for personal information, such as:
- Full name
- Street address (no P.O. boxes)
- Date of birth
- Phone number
- Social Security number, taxpayer identification number, or other identifying number if you are not a U.S. citizen
This personal information is used to verify your identity, which may be necessary before you can use certain card features, such as reloading money onto the card or using the card online or at an ATM. Also, you generally need to register your prepaid card to become eligible for deposit insurance.
