Travelling abroad can be a thrilling experience, but managing your finances while travelling can be quite a task. HDFC Bank’s Forex Card is a solution that helps you manage your foreign currency needs with ease. The Forex Card is a prepaid card that can be loaded with multiple currencies and used like a debit card while travelling abroad. However, it’s important to know how to recharge your HDFC Forex Card to ensure that you have enough funds to cover your expenses during your trip.
Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to recharge your HDFC Forex Card:
Step 1: Log in to NetBanking or MobileBanking
To recharge your HDFC Forex Card, you need to log in to either NetBanking or MobileBanking. If you don’t have an account with HDFC Bank, you can sign up for one online or visit your nearest HDFC Bank branch to open an account.
Step 2: Select the ‘ForexPlus Card’ option
Once you’ve logged in, select the ‘ForexPlus Card’ option from the menu.
Step 3: Select ‘Reload Forex Card’
Under the ForexPlus Card option, select the ‘Reload Forex Card’ option.
Step 4: Enter the currency and amount
Next, enter the currency in which you want to reload your Forex Card and the amount. You can reload your card with multiple currencies and the amount can be in any of the currencies that your card is loaded with.
Step 5: Confirm the transaction
After entering the currency and amount, confirm the transaction. You will be directed to a payment gateway where you can make the payment using any of the available payment options.
Step 6: Receive confirmation
Once the payment is successful, you will receive an SMS and email confirmation of the transaction.
Alternatively, you can also recharge your HDFC Forex Card by visiting any HDFC Bank branch. Here’s how:
Step 1: Visit the nearest HDFC Bank branch
Visit your nearest HDFC Bank branch and request for a Forex Card reload form.
Step 2: Fill in the form
Fill in the Forex Card reload form with the required details such as your Forex Card number, the currency in which you want to reload your card, and the amount.
Step 3: Submit the form
Submit the filled form along with the required documents and the amount you want to reload your Forex Card with.
Step 4: Receive confirmation
Once the transaction is successful, you will receive an SMS and email confirmation of the transaction.
Some important things to keep in mind while recharging your HDFC Forex Card:
– Ensure that you have sufficient funds in your bank account or e-wallet to make the payment for the Forex Card reload.
– The maximum amount that can be reloaded on the Forex Card is subject to the RBI regulations and the foreign exchange rules in force from time to time.
– The Forex Card reload request will be processed within 24 hours of receiving the request.
– The exchange rate prevailing on the day of the transaction will be applicable for the Forex Card reload.
– The Forex Card reload facility is available only for HDFC Bank customers.
In conclusion, recharging your HDFC Forex Card is a simple process that can be done online or by visiting your nearest HDFC Bank branch. It’s important to ensure that you have enough funds on your card to cover your expenses while travelling abroad. With HDFC Bank’s Forex Card, you can enjoy a hassle-free and secure way of managing your foreign currency needs.
