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# RBC Card Activation Help: Activate at rbc.com/activate

> Step-by-step help for activating your new RBC Royal Bank credit card at rbc.com/activate, in the RBC Mobile app, through Online Banking, or by phone.

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This guide explains how to activate a new or replacement RBC Royal Bank credit card using the official rbc.com/activate page, the RBC Mobile app, RBC Online Banking, or by phone. Pick the method that suits you; each takes only a few minutes.

> [!WARNING]
>
> This is an independent help guide and is not affiliated with RBC Royal Bank. Only enter your card details on official RBC websites (**rbc.com** or **rbcroyalbank.com**) or in the official RBC Mobile app. Never share your PIN or password with anyone.

## Choose an activation method

> **[Activate online](/activation/online)**
>
> Use rbc.com/activate or RBC Online Banking. No Online Banking access needed.

> **[RBC Mobile app](/activation/mobile-app)**
>
> Activate your physical card or add a virtual card to Apple Wallet.

> **[Activate by phone](/activation/phone)**
>
> Call RBC's official card activation line.

> **[Troubleshooting](/help/troubleshooting)**
>
> Fix common problems when activation doesn't work.

## Activation at a glance

**1. Have your new card ready**

Keep your new RBC credit card in hand. If you use Online Banking, have your Client Card number or username and password ready.

**2. Choose a method**

Activate online at rbc.com/activate, in the RBC Mobile app, in Online Banking, or by phone.

**3. Follow the on-screen prompts**

Confirm your details and complete activation.

**4. Secure your card**

Sign the back of the card if it has a signature strip, and destroy any old card it replaces.

## Popular articles

* [Activate your RBC credit card online](/activation/online)
* [Activate your card in the RBC Mobile app](/activation/mobile-app)
* [Activate your RBC credit card by phone](/activation/phone)
* [What to do after you activate your card](/after-activation/card-security)
* [Card activation FAQ](/help/faq)


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