Do I need to activate this card? How?
Once you receive your card you may activate the card by calling the telephone number listed on the back of the card and following the voice prompts for card activation or you may activate online at www.wubsprepaid.com. Please log in through the Cardholder Portal online, click on the “Activate Card” link, and follow the on-screen instructions. You will not be able to use your card until you have activated your card by accepting the Cardholder Agreement.
*Please note that telephone calls can be subject to international long distance rates.
How will I get my card’s PIN code?
Once you receive your card, please log in through the Cardholder Portal online, click on the “Activate Card” link, and follow the on-screen instructions. There you will be presented with a PIN for your card. You may also call the number on the back of the card to activate your card and receive your PIN.
How can I change my PIN code?
You may only change your PIN at ATM’s that support this capability. Due to the fact that your card contains a special chip, PIN’s may not be changed over the phone or online.
How can I get money onto the card?
Once you have activated your card, the funds received from your sponsoring organization will be automatically loaded for use.
Where can I use the card?
You can use your WU Business Solutions Prepaid MasterCard to make purchases from any merchant that displays the MasterCard Acceptance Mark, including online (except for online gambling merchants).
Please note that some merchants such as gas stations or rental car agencies may have a policy to not accept prepaid cards. This is a merchant-specific policy.
How can I obtain my card balance?
There are four ways you can check your card balance:
- By logging in through the Cardholder Portal, where the funds available on your prepaid card will be displayed next to the MasterCard brand mark.
- Using your smartphone, by accessing your Cardholder Portal via the mobile site www.wubsprepaid.com/smart. Or, find and download the WUBS Prepaid mobile app from iTunes or Google play!
- By calling +44 (0)808 189 0968 and selecting the option to obtain your card balance.
- By consulting an ATM.
How long does it take for my transaction history to update with my card transactions?
Your card transaction history will be updated with your card transactions a few moments after the card processor receives the transaction information. Please note that not all merchants may immediately submit their card transactions for processing, so you may not see the transactions in your history right away.
Can I use the card to withdraw cash at an ATM? If so, which symbols should I look for on the ATM?
You can use your prepaid card to make cash withdrawals at any ATM bearing the MasterCard Acceptance Mark.
Can I use the card outside of my home country?
Yes, however please note that if you make a purchase or withdrawal in a currency other than the currency in which your card was issued, a foreign currency conversion fee of 2.5% of the transaction amount will be assessed and additional ATM charges will apply, please refer to your Cardholder Agreement.
Can I view my card balance and transactions on the mobile application?
You can view your card balance and history by logging into your card transaction history on your mobile application.
What is the maximum balance my card can carry?
Your prepaid card is subject to maximum card balance limits as defined in your Cardholder Agreement.
What limits is my card subject to?
Your prepaid card is subject to transaction limits as defined in your Cardholder Agreement.