Forex card or prepaid travel card is a convenient and safe way to carry foreign currency while traveling abroad. HDFC Bank offers a forex card that can be loaded with multiple currencies and can be used at ATMs and merchant establishments where Visa or Mastercard is accepted. In this article, we will explain how to load money to forex card HDFC.
Step 1: Log in to HDFC NetBanking
The first step is to log in to HDFC NetBanking using your customer ID and password. If you do not have net banking access, you can register for it on the HDFC website. Once you log in, you will see a menu on the left-hand side of the screen. Click on the ‘Cards’ option and select ‘Prepaid Cards.’
Step 2: Select the Forex card
Under the prepaid cards section, you will see all the prepaid cards linked to your account. Select the forex card that you wish to load money onto.
Step 3: Choose the currency and amount
Once you select the forex card, you will see an option to ‘Reload Card.’ Click on it, and you will be directed to a page where you can choose the currency and the amount you want to load onto the card. You can load up to $10,000 or its equivalent in other currencies.
Step 4: Confirm the transaction
After choosing the currency and amount, you will be asked to confirm the transaction. Check the details carefully, and if everything is correct, click on ‘Submit.’ You will be directed to a payment gateway where you can choose your preferred mode of payment.
Step 5: Make the payment
You can make the payment using HDFC Bank NetBanking, debit card or credit card. Once the payment is successful, the amount will be loaded onto your forex card instantly.
Alternative ways to load money onto HDFC forex card
Apart from NetBanking, there are other ways to load money onto your HDFC forex card:
1. Mobile Banking
If you have HDFC mobile banking, you can use it to load money onto your forex card. Open the mobile banking app, select ‘Cards,’ and then select ‘Prepaid Cards.’ Choose the forex card, select ‘Reload Card,’ and follow the same process as NetBanking.
2. HDFC Bank Branch
You can also visit any HDFC Bank branch to load money onto your forex card. Carry your forex card and your ID proof and fill out a reload form. Submit the form along with the money you want to load onto the card, and the amount will be loaded onto your forex card within a few hours.
3. Online Fund Transfer
You can use NEFT/RTGS/IMPS to load money onto your forex card. Transfer the money from your bank account to the HDFC Bank forex card account using the forex card number as the beneficiary account number.
Conclusion
Loading money onto your HDFC forex card is a simple and hassle-free process that can be done through NetBanking, mobile banking, bank branches, or online fund transfer. Ensure that you choose the correct currency and amount and double-check the details before confirming the transaction. By following these steps, you can easily load money onto your forex card and enjoy a stress-free travel experience abroad.
