In this video, we walk you through the process of applying for your Kinesis Virtual Card, enabling you to spend gold, silver, and crypto in real-time, with instant conversion to local currency, anywhere in the world.
You’ll also learn how to activate your card via the Virtual Card tab on the Kinesis platform and how to verify your card with Kinesis.
The Kinesis card is available for residents in over 60 countries and territories across the UK, Europe, Canada, Australia, Oceania, and Latin America.
Please note that the video below shows an earlier version of the Kinesis Virtual Card hub, and our team is working on updating it soon. The process, however, remains similar.
How do I apply for a Kinesis card?
You can apply for your Kinesis Virtual Card when you open a Kinesis account. All you need to do is simply click the confirmation button and then complete the short cardholder verification process.
If you're already registered with Kinesis, you can apply for a card through the Virtual Card tab in your Kinesis account - on both desktop and mobile.
How do I verify my Kinesis Virtual Card?
As you apply for the Kinesis Virtual Card, you’ll be asked to provide some basic information about yourself, such as your telephone number, address and source of funds, to confirm your identity as a cardholder.
For most applicants, the automated card verification process only takes a few minutes. However, in some instances, you might be asked to provide us with additional details, on behalf of our card-issuing partner. This identity verification policy has been established to comply with tightening anti-fraud regulations and to ensure the optimal protection of all your assets.
How do I activate my Kinesis Virtual Card?
Your virtual card will be ready to use immediately within the Kinesis mobile app as soon as it’s issued and you have verified your identity as a cardholder. You will receive a confirmation email once your card application has been approved.
Activating your Kinesis Virtual Card can be done in a few simple steps. Once you're verified as a cardholder, you can activate your card like this:
Step 1: Enter the SMS code sent to your mobile number - you only need to verify your mobile number with the card once.
Step 2: Click on the Terms & Conditions checkbox.
Step 3: Click 'Continue' to complete the activation process.
To access the card tab after that, you can use an authenticator app such as Google Authenticator, to view your card details for online transactions or to freeze it for security purposes.