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Prepaid card answers

Prepaid cards might look like debit and credit cards, but there are some important differences between them. Learn about fees and charges, and find answers to common questions.

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Are there any fees to use a payroll card?

Are there limits on the amount of purchases, reloads, and cash withdrawals I can make with my prepaid card?

Can I be declined for a prepaid card?

Can I use my prepaid card outside of the U.S.?

Do I have to use a government benefit card to continue receiving a benefit?

How are prepaid cards, debit cards, and credit cards different?

How do I add money to my prepaid card?

How do I avoid a monthly fee on my prepaid card?

How do I check my prepaid card balance?

How do I reload my prepaid card using direct deposit?

How do I shop for and buy a prepaid card?

How long after buying a prepaid card do I have to wait until I can start using it?

I made an online purchase using my prepaid card but later I cancelled the purchase. The charge is still showing up on my card. Why?

If my employer offers me a payroll card, do I have to accept it?

If my prepaid card expires, do I lose my money?

Is the money on my prepaid card FDIC-insured?

What are the costs and fees for a payday loan?

What happens if I have not used my prepaid card for a long period of time?

What is a flexible spending account (FSA) card or health savings account card (HSA)?

What is a government benefit card?

What is a payroll card?

What is a prepaid card reload pack and how do I use it?

What is a text alert service for my prepaid card?

What should I consider when I buy a prepaid card at a retailer?

What should I do if my EBT card or PIN is lost or stolen or I see unauthorized charges?

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