Cards FAQ

  • What if my Danske Mastercard is lost or stolen?

    You can block lost, stolen or damaged cards via ebanking, mobile/tablet app, by calling us or in person in a local branch.

    There is a fee of £6 when ordering a replacement card through one of our branches or if you request this by phoning us. The fee is £4 if you order a replacement card through your eBanking or Mobile Banking. Please ensure you have enough funds in your account as the fee will be debited once the order is placed.

    Please note that if you think you are at risk of potentially unauthorised transactions or fraud, we recommend calling us immediately on 0800 032 4368.

    Here’s how to block your card via ebanking:

    1. Log on to eBanking
    2. Select ‘Cards and currency’
    3. Click on ‘Card overview’
    4. Select the card you want to cancel and select ‘block card’
    5. Fill in the form and click OK
    6. We’ll then ask you for your password.

    (And here’s how to reorder a new one).
    Steps 1-3 are the same as blocking

    1. Select the card you wish to reorder and click ‘reorder card’
    2. Click OK
    3. We’ll then ask you for your password.

    Here’s how to block your card via the App:

    1. Log on
    2. Go to the ‘Overview’ page
    3. Tap ‘Cards’ in the top menu
    4. Tap the card you want to block
    5. Tap ‘Block card temporarily’ from the menu
    6. Tap ‘Block card’ located at the bottom of the screen

    To order a new one, tap ‘Replace card’ from the card menu and follow the instructions.


  • What do I do if I find my card again?

    Provided you haven’t ordered a new card, you can unblock your card. Before you do this, you should ensure you have the card in your possession.

    Here’s how to unblock your card via ebanking:

    1. Log on to eBanking
    2. Select ‘Cards and currency’
    3. Click on ‘Card overview’
    4. Select the card you want to cancel and select ‘unblock card’
    5. Select OK
    6. We’ll then ask you for your passcode.

    Here’s how to unblock your card via mobile/tablet app:

    1. Log on
    2. Go to the 'overview' page
    3. Tap 'Cards' in the top menu
    4. Select the card you have blocked
    5. Select 'cancel blocking'
    6. Then 'Unblock card'

    Alternatively you can call us on 0370 850 2481 or if you’re outside the UK, on +44 2890 049201 and we’ll unblock your card for you.


  • Who do I contact if I have a query about my Debit Mastercard?

    You can contact us on 0370 850 2481 or if you're outside the UK, on +44 28 9004 9201.


  • How is my Danske Mastercard protected online?

    Strong Customer Authentication gives you greater protection when you’re shopping online with your Danske Mastercard.

    Online retailers may ask you for one of two methods to approve online purchases; our security app, Danske ID or a password you create, used alongside the six digit one time passcode which we currently text you.

    You must use one of these methods in order to make an online payment.

    Learn more about strong customer authentication.


  • What are contactless payments?

    Contactless technology uses a chip embedded in your card that allows you to make purchases of £100 and under without having to enter your PIN, by simply holding your card next to the sales terminal.


  • How can I change my contactless transaction limit?

    Your card will have a default limit of £100. You can change this through our Mobile Bank app, by calling us, or by visiting any branch.

    To do this on the Mobile Bank app, log on and navigate to the ‘Cards’ tab along the top. Select the card you’d like to change the limit for then select Card settings from the menu. Click on ‘Spending limits’ and select ‘Contactless Limit (per transaction)’, you can now select a limit of your choice from £0-£100, when ready select ‘Done’ to save your changes.


  • Can I use my Debit Mastercard to make lodgements?

    Yes, in any Danske Bank branch and also in any participating Post Office in the UK. Find more information on our Post Office service page.


  • How can I use my card securely outside the UK?

    When we send you a new card, it’s set to work in the UK and on the internet only. This helps protect you against fraud.

    But when you leave the UK, you don’t need to tell us in advance– just use your PIN when you arrive at your destination. This will activate your card in that country and lets us know it’s you using the card. When you get home again, use your PIN when you make your first purchase to reactivate your card for the UK.

    Read more about going abroad and managing where you can use your cards.


  • Where can I see the full terms and conditions for my Debit Mastercard?

    You can download and view the terms and conditions here.


  • How can I dispute a credit or debit card transaction?

    If there is something wrong with a recent purchase made with your Danske Mastercard, we may be able to help you dispute the card transaction.

    The first step before you raise a dispute is to contact the retailer. If you have contacted the retailer and the issue has not been resolved you can raise a dispute. If we can resolve your case we can charge back (refund) to your debit or credit card. For more detail see our card disputes page.


  • My card is due to expire soon when will my new card be issued?

    If your card is due to expire, you should receive your new card by the middle of the month in which it is due to expire.

    For example, if your card's expiry date is 12/22 (December 2022), you should receive your new card by the middle of December 2022 and your current card will not expire until the end of December.

    If you have not received a new card, please contact our Card Services team on 0370 850 2481 or +44 2890 049201 if you are calling from outside the UK.


  • How long will it take for my replacement card to arrive?

    Replacement cards (as a result of a card being lost or stolen) should arrive within 5 - 7 days, by first class post. If you haven’t received your card within 5 - 7 days, please contact our Card Services team on 0370 850 2481 or +44 2890 049201 if you are calling from outside the UK.


  • Where can I find my card PIN?

    If you use our Mobile Bank app:

    • You can view your PIN in the app anytime
    • If you have ordered a new or replacement card, with a new PIN, you can view this in the app the day after the card is ordered. You won't receive a PIN letter in the post if you use the app
    • For renewal or replacement cards only, your PIN will remain unchanged

    To view your PIN on the Mobile Bank app:

    • Log on to the App
    • Tap the ‘Cards’ option along the top menu
    • Select the card you wish to view the PIN for (if more than one card is available)
    • Tap ‘view PIN’.
    • Enter your passcode which you use to log on to the Mobile Bank app.
    • Press ‘Hold to see PIN’ to reveal your 4 digit card PIN.

    If you don’t use the Mobile Bank app, your PIN will be sent by letter and should arrive within 3-5 days of receiving your debit or credit card.


  • How do I activate my credit or debit card?

    You can activate your Danske Bank credit or debit card in one of three ways:

    • Use it with the correct PIN in a shop's card terminal, at a cash machine or in your local Post Office
    • Log on to our Mobile Bank App, tap 'Cards' and then select the card you want to activate (however you’ll still need to insert your card and enter your PIN in order to activate contactless)
    • Log on to eBanking and select 'Cards and currency' - ' Card overview' and click the arrow beside the card you want to activate (however you’ll still need to insert your card and enter your PIN in order to activate contactless)

    For more information, visit our Card Activation page.


  • Can I set or adjust a spending limit on my debit card?

    If you are over 16 years old at the time of opening your account, no spending limit is applied to your debit card unless specifically requested. This means that there will be no daily restriction on how much you can spend in shops and online, subject to the funds being available in your account including any arranged overdraft.

    You can apply for a spending limit to be set which means a daily restriction will be placed on your debit card to limit the amount that you can spend each day. To request a spending limit contact our Card Services team on 0370 850 2481 or call into your local branch.

    If you are under 16, you cannot use your debit card in shops or online unless your parent or guardian consents to this.

    The spending limit doesn’t apply to withdrawals at a cash machine. Find more information on cash and ATM withdrawal limits.


  • Why is there an Irish Government Stamp Duty (GSD) charge on my credit card?

    This is due if you hold a Credit Card and have an address in the Republic of Ireland.

    What is changing:

    We normally collect this charge of €30 from your Credit Card account in April each year. From 2024 we will collect the charge from your Credit Card account in January each year. This is due to changes the Irish Government recently announced.

    What this means for you:

    A reduced amount of €22.50 will be charged to your Credit Card account in January 2024. This is because the charging period is shorter.

    The usual payment of €30 will then be collected yearly from January 2025 onwards.

    The table below sets out the changes.

    Chargeable Period Stamp Duty charge Charge collected
    2 April 2022 to 1 April 2023 €30 April 2023
    2 April 2023 to 31 December 2023 €22.50 January 2024
    1 January to 31 December 2024 onwards €30 January 2025 onwards

    The above charge will be converted into sterling before debiting your account using Danske Bank Exchange Rate. You can find out more at danskebank.co.uk/travelmoney.

    For more information on GSD charges, please visit revenue.ie.

Credit cards explained

A credit card gives you the freedom to buy things now and pay later.

A credit card is a form of borrowing. If your application is accepted, we will set you a credit limit for your card - this is the amount you can borrow and use on your credit card.

You will be sent a statement each month showing

  • how much you have spent;
  • the amount that you have to pay back; and
  • the date by which this needs to be paid

Interest is charged on any money you still owe (the outstanding balance) after this date.

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