In case of fraud or if your Bank of Baroda Debit cum ATM card is stolen, the consumer’s first priority should be getting the card blocked immediately. It must be done instantly to prevent further fraudulent activities. Here are multiple ways how you can block your BOB ATM card.
Customers should receive a balance update in case of money withdrawal when fraud or unauthorized transactions is made on Debit Card. Customers can also check BOB account balance themself to make sure everything is intact.
Call Customer Care Number
One of the most simple and handy ways is to call the Bank of Baroda toll-free customer care number, which is available 24/7 and 365. Below are the numbers you can call:
- 1800 258 44 55 (toll free)
The numbers are accessible from all the networks across the country.
*One should keep in mind that no transaction can be made through the card by any individual after blocking of the same and even if you get your lost card back, you will not be able to use it.
Using SMS Banking
You can also block the Bank of Baroda card by sending an SMS. Send an SMS from your registered mobile number in the below format to block the Debit Card.
Type SMS ‘Block C XXXX’ and send to 9223172141
Type SMS ‘Block A XXXX’ and send to 9223172141
*XXXX will be the last 4 digits of your Bank of Baroda ATM cum Debit Card in case of ‘C’ and the last 4 digits of Bank Account Number in case of ‘A’.
Example:
- Block C 7890 and send the SMS to 9223172141(with card last four digits)
- Block A 1234 and send the SMS to 9223172141 (with bank account last four digits)
Net banking
Bank of Baroda customers who have availed of the BOB net banking facility can use Bank of Baroda Connect to block their ATM card immediately.
Customers can also email your query to [email protected]
Mobile Banking
Baroda M-Connect+ is the official mobile banking app of Bank of Baroda which is available on the Android platform only. The BOB account holders can experience banking services simply on the go. The customers who are willing to block their ATM card can do so by selecting the option “Debit card Hotlisting”.
Visit the BOB Branch
Customers can visit the Bank of Baroda to get their Debit cards blocked. Customers can enquire with branch representatives for further instructions to block the card.
Well, it is recommended to use the Customer Care Service first, if customer care fails to solve the resolution then it is sensual to visit the home branch.
Losing your ATM card can create very crucial situations that can lead to critical financial damages or even risks of fraudulent activities. To avoid being the victim it’s the best practice to prevent the cause as soon as possible. With the above methods, you should be able to successfully block your Bank of Baroda ATM card.
