Instantly Stop Using Your HDFC Debit Card

If you lose your HDFC Bank debit card or forget your PIN, you can quickly and easily block it online using either the Net Banking or Mobile Banking interfaces or by sending an SMS through the SMS Facility....

You are well aware of the common occurrence where one may lose or forget their debit card. For this reason, we risk having it stolen and having our hard-earned money spent by a fraudster. If this is the case, we will do everything in our power to prevent the card from being used fraudulently.

HDFC Bank provides a number of options for suspending your debit card. There could be other situations where you'd like to disable or block the HDFC Debit Card. In an instant, you can use these methods to block your HDFC Debit Card.

Banishing bank card access can be done in four distinct ways. Any of these options is available for your use.

• Telephoning in to Speak with Support
• Mobile short message service transmission
• Using the HDFC Bank Mobile App for Mobile Banking
• Through a Bank's Online Service

Blocking Your HDFC Debit Card Quickly With the Help of HDFC Customer Service

1. To do this, contact HDFC Bank's local customer service at the appropriate number. HDFC Bank has an official website that can be used to track down the HDFC Bank phone banking customer service number for a given region.
2. To find the local HDFC Bank customer service phone number, please visit https://www.hdfcbank.com/personal/need-help/customer-care.
3. It's a never-ending stream of instructions once the call is connected. The 'Card Blocking' option is the one you'll want to pick there. When selecting this option, you'll be prompted to enter a number. It's simple: just do as it says.
4. The caller will then be connected to a customer service agent.
5. Specify the last six digits of your credit card number. Don't give out your credit card's CVV number, expiration date, or any other sensitive information.
6. Your card will be immediately disabled upon successful verification of the information you provided.

What the RMN (Registered Mobile Number) is and how to use it to block your HDFC debit card.

• To begin: 1. launch your preferred smartphone messaging app.
• Then, in the space provided, type: -
  • BLOCKCARD
• 3 Please text this to 9223150150.
• Once your message has been received, your card will be immediately disabled.

HDFC Mobile Banking App Guide to Deactivating Your Debit Card

Using the app is the simplest and most secure method for me to To immediately suspend your HDFC Bank debit card, please follow these steps: -

1. Obtain the HDFC Bank Mobile App, then install it and launch it on your mobile device. To get the app, please click here.  
2. Use your customer ID and password, or 4-digit quick access PIN, to enter the App. Follow the instructions you were given when you registered the App with the Bank.
3. On the new homepage, click the 'Menu' tab to access the menu. Simply tap on that
4. Pick the "PAY" option from the drop-down menu.
5. A drop-down menu will show up. To use cards, go to the menu and pick the CARDS option.
6. All of your HDFC Bank cards, if any, will be displayed for your perusal. Choose the card you wish to obstruct.
7. Identify a valid reason for blocking the card and proceed accordingly.
8. You can make a comment if you like.
9. Click the 'Block Card' button once you're finished, and your card will be immediately disabled. Once you've completed the steps above and clicked "Block Card," your card will no longer be usable.

How to Immediately Suspend Your HDFC Bank Debit Card With Your Online Banking

You'll need to have access to online banking in order to use this option. A valid user ID/customer ID and password are required to access the online banking system. You'll also need your valid mobile phone number where you've registered to receive the OTP.  

1. Launch your preferred web browser and head on over to your bank's online portal. Visit https://netbanking.hdfcbank.com/netbanking/ if you are unsure of the site's address.
2. You'll need to enter your User ID/Customer ID in the box located on the screen's left side.
3. You'll need to provide the password that corresponds with your User ID/Customer ID after you've logged in. To gain access to your online banking account, please enter your password and then select the secure access icon. Click the "Continue" button to proceed.
4. Select options from the primary menu accessible from the home screen. Under that tab, you'll see a selection labeled "Cards." The link is here
5. Two types of cards, debit and credit, will be accepted. Go to where it says "Debit Cards."
6. A 'Request' button appears under the debit card choices on the left. Go ahead and tap on that
7. In its place, a drop-down menu will appear. You need to look for the option labeled "Debit Card Hotlisting" and select it.
8. If you have more than one debit card, you'll now see a list of all of them. Choose the card you want to put in the blocker.
9. Make your choice for why you want to put a hold on the card. You can choose your justification from a pre-programmed drop-down menu. Pick from it
10. After that, select the 'Confirm' button. You can forget about using your card again.

Can't we just simplify everything?