How to Block & Unblock HDFC Credit Card

Blocking and unblocking your HDFC credit card is a crucial step to protect your account from unauthorized use in case of loss, theft, or suspicious activity.  If your HDFC credit card has been stolen, you can easily block or cancel the card by reaching out to the HDFC Bank customer care numbers.

Updated On - 06 Sep 2025

How to Block Your HDFC Credit Card?

HDFC Bank provides several easy and efficient methods for cardholders to block and unblock their credit cards, offering peace of mind and enhanced security.

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Block Your HDFC Credit Card Via NetBanking

Follow these steps to block your credit card via NetBanking

  1. Step 1: You should log in to your NetBanking account
  2. Step 2:Select the tab for credit cards and click on the credit card which you want to block
  3. Step 3:You will see a list of your credit cards which have been registered under NetBanking
  4. Step 4:Select the credit card number
  5. Step 5:Click on the reason for hotlisting the credit card
  6. Step 6:You can also re-issue a card in the same way
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Block Your HDFC Credit Card Via PhoneBanking

This is how you can block or cancel your HDFC Bank credit card via PhoneBanking

  1. Step 1: Make sure you validate your Telephone Identification Number (TIN)
  2. Step 2: This is usually a 4-digit number and will be given to you by the bank to enable you to access the PhoneBanking services
  3. Step 3:Make sure you follow all the instructions given to you once the TIN has been verified
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Block Your HDFC Credit Card by Visiting the Bank Branch

  1. Step 1: Collect your application form
  2. Step 2: Visit an HDFC Bank branch and submit the required form and your request will be processed

How to Unblock Your HDFC Credit Card?

Contact HDFC Credit Card Customer Care at 1860-267-6161 to request that a credit card be unblocked. The official website of HDFC lists the Customer Service Center phone numbers for various cities.

If your card has been disabled by the bank due to excessive spending or unpaid debts, you can have it unblocked. Don't attempt to unblock your credit card if it was stolen or lost.

FAQs

  • How can I pay my HDFC credit card bill when credit card is blocked?

    At a time when your credit card is blocked, you can still make payment through a cheque, cash, or demand draft deposit at a branch of HDFC Bank.

  • How can I block my HDFC credit card permanently online?

    Download the Credit Card Closure Form from the website. Visit www.hdfcbank.com and fill up the form. After you fill it up, you should send this letter to the Manager, HDFC Bank Credit Cards, PO Box 8654, Thiruvanmiyur, Chennai-600041.

  • Can I block my HDFC credit card temporarily?

    Yes, you can and this feature will allow you temporarily block and also unblock the credit card. Go to your account on the HDFC credit card net banking website and click on 'Manage Card' section.

  • Can I block an add-on card?

    Yes, the primary cardholder can block add-on cards via the app or website.

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