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# bmo.com/activate: Official BMO Card Activation Portal

> Visit bmo.com/activate to activate your BMO credit or debit card online in minutes. Requires BMO online banking login or new registration.

[bmo.com/activate](https://www.bmo.com/activate) is the official BMO web address for online card activation. If you want to activate a BMO credit card or activate a BMO debit card without calling or visiting a branch, this is the fastest and most secure option. You will need your BMO online banking credentials and your new card details to complete the process.

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## What Is bmo.com/activate?

## What Is bmo.com/activate?

bmo.com/activate is BMO Bank of Montreal's dedicated online portal where customers can activate newly issued credit cards, debit cards, and prepaid cards. It is the same system used whether you received your card by mail or picked it up at a branch. The site connects directly to BMO online banking, so you can activate your card and manage your account in one place.

## Who Needs to Use bmo.com/activate?

Use bmo.com/activate if:

* You received a new or replacement BMO credit card in the mail
* You received a new BMO debit card and want to activate it online
* You want to complete BMO credit card activation online without calling
* You want to complete BMO debit card activation online without visiting an ATM

## How to Use bmo.com/activate

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open the activation page">
    Go to [https://www.bmo.com/activate](https://www.bmo.com/activate) in your browser.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Sign in to BMO online banking">
    Enter your existing BMO online banking username and password, then click **Sign In**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter your card information">
    Type in your card number, expiry date, and the CVV security code.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click Activate Now">
    Press **Activate Now** and wait for the confirmation screen. Your card is ready to use right away.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## If You Don't Have BMO Online Banking Yet

If you have never registered for BMO online banking, you must set it up before using bmo.com/activate.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Start registration">
    On the bmo.com/activate page, click **Register Now** instead of signing in.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Verify your identity">
    Enter your BMO card number and personal details to confirm your identity.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Create your login">
    Choose a username and password for your BMO online banking profile.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Return to activate">
    Once registered, return to bmo.com/activate and sign in with your new credentials to complete card activation.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Note>
  If you need help with registration, call BMO customer service at 1-877-225-5266 for credit cards or 1-800-363-9992 for debit and banking.
</Note>

<Tip>
  Bookmark [www.bmo.com/activate](http://www.bmo.com/activate) for quick access whenever you receive a new BMO card.
</Tip>

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