How to Block SBI Debit or Credit Card Offline by Phone Call and SMS?

SBI is a leading bank that provides cards with benefits in a variety of categories. If an account holder's SBI debit or credit card is lost or stolen, the card must be reported immediately and blocked. Immediate SBI Card blocking is possible in order to prevent fraudulent and unauthorised card transactions, which could result in significant losses. Follow these simple steps to block your SBI Debit Card via phone or SMS.

What is a debit card?

A debit card (also referred to as a plastic card, check card, or bank card) is a type of payment card that allows you to make purchases without the use of cash. A debit card is issued by a bank and given to the user along with a banking kit that includes a cheque book, passbook, and other banking credentials. A debit card can be used to make purchases both online and offline, as well as at ATMs.

What is a credit card?

A credit card is a bank-issued financial instrument with a predetermined credit limit that allows you to conduct cashless transactions. The card issuer determines your credit limit based on your credit score, credit history, and income.

How to block SBI debit cards?

Block debit card via phone-

Calling the bank's toll-free numbers, 1800 11 2211 or 1800 425 3800, is the quickest way to block your SBI ATM/debit card. This is a toll-free SBI ATM card block number IVRS option in which the account holder is guided by IVRS on how to block SBI ATM Card. Simply follow the instructions provided, and the ATM card will be activated.

Block debit card via SMS-

You can also block your SBI ATM/debit card by sending an SMS to the bank in the format specified. To block your ATM card, text BLOCK XXXX to 567676, where XXXX represents the last four digits of your debit card number. The SMS must be sent from the registered mobile number with the bank account. You will receive a confirmation SMS once the SMS is received by the bank. The ticket number, date, and time of blocking will be included in the SMS alert.

How to block SBI credit cards?

Block SBI Credit credit card via phone-

You can block your credit card by calling any of the numbers listed below.
Toll-Free Number: 1800 180 1290 | 1860 500 1290 (STD Code) 39 02 02 02

Block SBI credit card via sms-

To block your SBI Card via SMS, send it in the format shown below
Send a SMS BLOCK XXXX (last 4 digits of your card number) from your registered mobile number to 5676791