How to check the validity period of a credit card?
Generally, the card face of a credit card will clearly indicate the validity period of the credit card, which is usually located below the credit card number. ValidThru indicates the expiration date of the card. The standard format is the month in front and the date in the back. For example, 09/11 indicates the validity period of the credit card. As of September 2011. If the date information on the credit card has been worn and cannot be read clearly, you can call the customer service hotline of the card issuer and the customer service staff will inform you of the validity period of the credit card. The validity period of a credit card is about 3-5 years, but some banks have launched credit cards with a validity period of 5 or even 8 years, depending on the issuing bank and the specific card type.
What should I do if my credit card is expired?
1 I still want to continue using my credit card after its expiration date. Many cardholders are worried about what they will do if their credit card expires and there is no card to use. In fact, such worries are unnecessary. The credit card center of each bank will provide you with a free replacement via registered mail one month before your credit card expires. Issue a new card.
2. The expiration date of the credit card has expired and I don’t want to continue using it. What should I do if I no longer want to use this bank’s credit card after the credit card expires? If this is the case, please contact your credit card issuing bank at least one month before the credit card expires to inform you that you no longer need to issue a new card.
Note that the validity period of credit cards from major banks is not just a simple date, but also an important basis for the credit card payment process. On some shopping websites, you can pay with your name, card number, card expiration date and CVV code. Therefore, the validity period of your credit card is also very important information. Please keep it properly and do not share it with others.