4 Ways on how to enable International Transactions on SBI Debit Card

International transactions made through the SBI debit cards are the transactions made in a foreign currency or outside of India allowing you to make purchases from international merchants and take out funds from international ATMs.

The SBI bank offers international debit cards, such as “SBI International Debit Card” and “SBI Platinum International Debit Card”, etc. to fulfill such needs.

You can activate/enable international transactions on the SBI debit card with SBI’s YONO App, Internet Banking, SMS, and Quick Banking. The SBI debit cards feature a chip for secured online international transactions at global stores, including popular sites like Amazon, AliExpress etc.

Read on to learn more about the four ways of activating international transactions on the SBI debit card and the frequently asked questions about the international transactions on the SBI debit cards.

What are the methods to activate international transactions on SBI Debit Card?

The methods to activate international transactions on the SBI Debit Card are listed below.

1. Visit State Bank of India branch
2. SBI Yono App (Mobile Banking)
3. Internet Banking
4. SMS

These are the four ways to enable or activate international transactions on the State Bank of India debit cards.

How to enable international transactions on SBI Debit Card by visiting State Bank of India branch?

To enable international transactions on SBI Debit Card by visiting State Bank of India branch, talk to a bank representative and ask for international transactions activation. A bank representative can do this through their computer system, but they will first verify your identity, so bring your account information documents (passbook), identity card, and aadhar card for address proof.

How to enable international transactions on SBI Debit Card through SBI YONO App?

To enable international transactions on SBI debit card through the YONO app follow the below given steps.

• Install the YONO App from the Apple Store or the Google Play Store.
• Use your credentials to log in to the Yono App.
• Find the “Service Request” on the left side of the menu and click on it.
• Select the “Debit Card/ATM” option.
• Choose “Manage Card.”
• Select the debit card and account number for which you are activating international transactions.
• Activate the e-commerce and international usage options.

Now, you will receive a message that the SBI debit card is enabled for international payments/transactions.

How to enable international transactions on SBI Debit Card through SBI Internet Banking?

To enable international transactions on the SBI debit card through Internet banking follow the below given steps.

• Login to your SBI Net banking account using your username and password.
• Click on the “E-Services” option.
• Select the debit card services and then press on the “ATM/Debit Card” option.
• Choose the Usage Change, Channel and ATM Card Limit section.
• Choose your SBI account and enter the account number. 
• Click on Continue to proceed.
• Select the card number and click the “Change the Usage Type” button.
• Click on “Submit” to continue.
• Choose the “International Usage” as the usage type.
• Click the “Enable International Usage” and press “Submit” option.
• Provide the one-time passcode (OTP) received on your registered mobile number, and then complete the process by pressing “Submit”.

The above steps will activate or enable the international transactions on the SBI debit card.

How to enable international usage of SBI Debit Cards through SMS?

To enable SBI Debit cards international usage through SMS banking, send an SMS in the below format.

The “XXXX” represents the last 4 numbers of the debit card. Once you send the message, the card will be enabled for global transactions/payments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a SBI debit card internationally?

Yes, you can use a SBI VISA debit card internationally online without any charge but there are charges to use it physically in a foreign country.

How to make the SBI debit card qualified for global usage?

To make the SBI debit card qualified for global usage, you will have to activate the debit card for global purchases/transactions, by sending SMS with your registered phone number, or by using internet banking and YONO App.

How do debit cards function internationally?

When you use a debit card in a foreign nation, the payments will be made in the foreign currency. On the debit card, the transaction’s value changes from “rupee” to the international currency concerned. 

How can I deactivate the global usage of the SBI debit card?

You can deactivate the international usage of the debit card through the net banking process or by accessing your SBI account through the Yono App. 

What are the benefits of SBI international debit cards?

The international debit cards from SBI provide “2 SBI Reward Points” for every INR 200 spend on dining, online payments, shopping, fuel and travel booking.