When you receive a new Walmart MoneyCard, you must activate it before you can use it for shopping, direct deposit, or cash withdrawals. The activation process confirms your identity and securely links the card to you. Until you complete activation, the card will not work.
You can activate your Walmart MoneyCard online, by phone, or through the mobile app. Walmart MoneyCard is issued by Green Dot Bank and works like a prepaid debit card at Walmart and anywhere Visa or Mastercard is accepted.
Official Walmart MoneyCard Activation Website
To activate your card online, always use the official website:
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Walmart MoneyCard Activation Page: www.walmartmoneycard.com/activate
This is the safest and fastest way to activate your card. You can also learn more about card features on the Walmart MoneyCard official site.
How to Activate Your Walmart MoneyCard Online
Follow these steps carefully to activate your card online:
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Enter your 16 digit personalized card number
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Enter the expiration month and year from your card
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Type the 3 digit security code from the back of the card
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Enter the last 4 digits of your Social Security number
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Create or confirm your card PIN if prompted
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Follow the on screen instructions
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Submit the verification code shown on the screen
Once completed, you will see a confirmation message that your Walmart MoneyCard is activated and ready to use.
How to Activate Your Walmart MoneyCard by Phone
If you prefer phone activation, you can activate your card using the automated system.
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Call (866) 946-2510 or 1-877-965-7848
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Follow the voice prompts
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Enter your card number and verification details when asked
Phone activation works well if you do not have access to the internet.
Activate Using the Walmart MoneyCard Mobile App
You can also activate your card using the official Walmart MoneyCard app.
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Download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store
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Open the app and choose Activate Card
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Enter your card and personal information
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Follow the on screen steps to finish activation
Using the app also lets you manage deposits, spending alerts, and transaction history. You can find app details through Green Dot Bank support resources.
What You Need Before Activation
Keep the following items ready before you start:
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Your Walmart MoneyCard
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A phone or computer with internet access
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Personal details for identity verification such as Social Security number
Activation requires identity verification, which is mandatory to use all card features.
How to Check Your Walmart MoneyCard Balance
Once activated, you can check your balance easily:
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Text BAL Last4 to 96411 where Last4 is the last four digits of your card
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Text HIST Last4 to see recent transactions
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Log in at secure.walmartmoneycard.com/login
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Check balance at any Walmart register
Why Activation Is Required
You cannot use your Walmart MoneyCard until it is activated. Activation unlocks features such as:
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In store and online purchases
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Direct deposit with early pay options
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Cash withdrawals at ATMs
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Cash back rewards and fuel discounts
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do you have to activate a Walmart MoneyCard before using it
Yes, activation is required before you can spend or load money.
2. What information do you need to activate the card
You need your card number and the last four digits of your Social Security number.
3. Can you activate a Walmart MoneyCard without SSN
No, identity verification is required to activate the card fully.
4. How long does activation take
Activation usually completes within minutes.
5. Can you check your balance without activating the card
No, you must activate the card first.
6. Who issues the Walmart MoneyCard
The card is issued by Green Dot Bank.
