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Enabling International Payments

Elliot
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If you are based in India and want to use your debit or credit card for international purchases, such as on Plugin Boutique, you'll need to enable international transactions. Below is a step-by-step guide for major Indian banks.

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Axis Bank

Axis Bank customers can activate international transactions using Internet Banking or the Axis
Mobile App. Follow these quick steps to enable your card for global use:

Via Internet Banking


1. Log in to the Axis Bank Internet Banking portal using your credentials.

2. Navigate to the ‘Card Management’ section from the dashboard.

3. Select your debit card and enable international usage & E-Commerce by toggling the option.

 

Via Axis Mobile App


1. Launch the Axis Mobile Banking App and log in.

2. Click on ‘Services & Support’.

3. Tap on ‘Debit/Credit Cards’ in the menu.

4. Choose your debit card and click on Manage Usage.

5. Click on ‘International’ and enable the toggle.

6. Make sure the toggle for ‘E-Commerce(Online)’ is also enabled.

7. Click ‘Confirm’.

 

Bank of Baroda

Activating international usage on your Bank of Baroda debit/credit card is simple and can be
done through the BOB World mobile app or Internet Banking.

Via BOB World App

  1. Log in to the BOB World mobile app.
  2. Tap on the ‘Cards’ section and select your debit card.
  3. Tap ‘Manage’ to access card settings.
  4. Adjust limits and channel access (POS, ATM, Ecom, International).
  5. Enter your transaction PIN to confirm changes.

Via Internet Banking

  1. Log in to BOB World Internet Banking.
  2. Go to ‘Services’ > ‘Card Services’.
  3. Click on ‘Set Daily Debit Card ATM & POS/Ecom Limits’.
  4. Select your debit card and adjust the required settings.
  5. Enter your transaction password to confirm.

 

Canara Bank

You can enable international transactions on your Canara Bank debit card using the Canara ai1
Mobile Banking App.

Via Canara ai1 Mobile Banking App

  1. Open the Canara ai1 app and log in using your passcode or biometrics.
  2. Scroll down and tap on ‘Manage Debit Card’.
  3. Navigate to ‘Manage Card Usage’ > ‘International Usage’.
  4. Enable ‘Online/E-Commerce’ transactions.
  5. Click Submit to confirm the changes.

 

HDFC Bank

Enabling international transactions on your HDFC Bank debit and credit card is quick and easy,
whether you prefer using NetBanking or the Mobile Banking app.

Via NetBanking (HDFC Bank)

  1. Head to the HDFC NetBanking website and log in using your credentials.
  2. Click on the ‘Cards’ tab from the top menu.

3. Navigate to ‘Debit Cards’ > ‘Request’.

4. Click ‘Set International / Domestic Usage’.

5. Select the option ‘Card to be enabled for International and Domestic Use’ and confirm your request.

Via Mobile Banking App (HDFC Bank)

  1. Open the HDFC Mobile Banking App and log in.
  2. Tap the menu icon in the top-right corner.
  3. Go to ‘Pay’ > ‘Cards’ > ‘Debit Cards’.

4. Select your debit card from the list.

5. Tap ‘Show More’, then open the ‘Limits’ section.

6. Choose ‘Customise’, then enable the toggle for International transactions.

7. Enter your card details to confirm your selection and complete the process.

Via WhatsApp

  1. Start a WhatsApp chat with +91 70700 22222 (HDFC Chat Banking).
  2. Type the last four digits of your debit/credit card number.
  3. Choose the option ‘International Limits’ from the menu.
  4. Enable the channels you want active during international use, including:
    • ATM cash withdrawals
    • Online (E-commerce)
    • Merchant Outlet (POS)
    • Contactless (TAP)
  5. Enter your desired transaction limit (in multiples of ₹1,000).
  6. Confirm the update by entering the OTP received on your registered mobile number.

Once enabled, your debit card will be ready to make purchases on international platforms,

including Plugin Boutique. If you encounter any issues, please contact HDFC Bank customer

support for further assistance.

HDFC Bank Customer Care Numbers in India - 1800 1600 / 1800 2600 (Toll Free)

 

ICICI Bank

You can easily enable international transactions on your ICICI Bank debit/credit card through
Internet Banking, the iMobile app, or even via SMS.

Via Internet Banking

  1. Visit the ICICI NetBanking website and log in using your credentials.
  2. From the top menu, go to ‘Cards’ > ‘Debit Cards’.

3. Click on ‘Manage Debit Card Limits’.

 

4. Choose the relevant card and account from the dropdown.

5. Enable the ‘International’ option and set your preferred transaction limit.

 

Via iMobile App

  1. Open the iMobile App and log in.
  2. Tap on ‘Debit Card'.

 

3. Select your debit card and tap ‘Activate’ under the International section.

 

Via SMS

  1. Send the message INTL to 5676766 from your registered mobile number.
  2. You’ll receive a confirmation SMS once international usage is enabled.

Once activated, your ICICI debit card will be ready for international purchases, including buying software and plugins on platforms like Plugin Boutique.

 

 

IDBI Bank

You can activate international usage on your IDBI Bank debit card via Internet Banking or the
Go Mobile+ App.

Via Internet Banking

  1. Log in to IDBI Internet Banking.
  2. Navigate to the ‘Cards’ section.
  3. Click on ‘Debit Card Services’ > ‘Set Domestic/International Usage’.
  4. Ensure ‘International Transactions for E-commerce’ is set to Active.
  5. Set your daily transaction limit.
  6. Click Submit to complete the activation.

Via Go Mobile+ App

  1. Open the Go Mobile+ app and log in.
  2. Go to ‘Cards’ and select your debit card.
  3. Tap on ‘Manage Debit/Credit Card’ > ‘International’.
  4. Enable the ‘Ecommerce/Online Transactions’ radio button.
  5. Set your daily limit and tap Confirm.

 

Kotak Mahindra Bank

You can activate international transactions for your Kotak Mahindra Bank debit and credit card
through Internet Banking or the Kotak Mobile Banking app. Here’s how:

Via Internet Banking


1. Log in to the Kotak NetBanking portal using your CRN/username/card number and
password.

2. Go to ‘Cards’ under either ‘Services’ or ‘Products’

3. Select ‘Card Control’

4. Locate your debit card and enable international usage by toggling the option.

 

 

Via Kotak Mobile Banking App


1. Open the Kotak Mobile Banking App and log in securely.

 

2. Select ‘Kotak 811’ from Quick Access menu.

3. Select your card and toggle ‘International Transactions’ to On.

4. Click on ‘Submit’

Once enabled, your Kotak debit card will be ready to make purchases on international websites

like Plugin Boutique.

 

Punjab National Bank

You can activate international usage on your Punjab National Bank (PNB) debit or credit card
through Internet Banking or the PNB One Mobile App.

Via Internet Banking (PNB)

  1. Visit the PNB Internet Banking official website.
  2. Navigate to ‘Retail Internet Banking’.
  3. Click on ‘Debit Card Enable/Disable’.
  4. Enter your bank account number and click Continue.
  5. After validating with an OTP, enter your card details.
  6. Select the ‘International’ or ‘Global’ radio button under E-commerce.
  7. Submit the request.
  8. You’ll receive a confirmation message once it is enabled.

Via PNB One App
 

  1. Open the PNB One mobile app and log in.
  2. Go to ‘Services’ > ‘Debit Cards’.
  3. Tap on ‘Enable/Disable Debit Card’.
  4. Select your debit card and choose the services to activate (e.g., ATM, POS, Ecommerce, International).
  5. Confirm the update using your transaction password.

 

State Bank of India (SBI)

You can activate international transactions on your SBI debit card using Internet Banking, the
SBI Card App, or the YONO App. Here’s how:

Via Internet Banking (SBI)

  1. Visit the SBI NetBanking portal and log in with your credentials.
  2. From the top menu, go to ‘e-Services’ > ‘Debit Card Services’

3. Select ‘ATM cum Debit Card’ > ‘ATM Card Limit/Channel/Usage Change’

4. Choose the account for which you want to enable, and within the select services, click on ‘change usage type’

5. Select ‘International Usage and click enable.

6. Validate via OTP.

 

Via SBI Card App

  1. Open the SBI Card App and log in.
  2. Tap on ‘Services’, then select ‘Manage Card Usage’.
  3. Toggle the transaction type to International to enable global usage.

Via YONO App (SBI)

  1. Launch the YONO App and log in to your account.
  2. Navigate to ‘Cards’ > ‘My Debit Card’

3. Select your account and debit card.

4. Scroll down to the ‘Manage Usage & Limits’ option

5. Toggle the ‘International Usage’ & ‘E-Commerce Transactions’ option to On.

 

Once activated, your SBI debit card will be ready for international transactions—including plugin
and software purchases on Plugin Boutique.

 

Union Bank of India

Via Internet Banking

  1. Log in to Union Bank Internet Banking.
  2. Click on the ‘Card Services’ tab.
  3. Select ‘Credit/Debit Card’, then click on ‘Debit Card Controller’.
  4. Choose your debit card and click Continue.
  5. Enable international transactions for E-commerce.
  6. Set your desired international transaction limits.
  7. Authenticate the request using the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
  8. Submit the request.

Via VYOM App

  1. Open the VYOM mobile app and log in using your PIN.
  2. Tap on ‘Debit/Credit Card’.
  3. Navigate to Payment Channel Settings.
  4. Select your debit card.
  5. Enable international usage for E-commerce transactions.

 

If you have further questions or experience issues, please create a support ticket HERE and use the 'India Payment Issue' ticket query. We will get back to you as soon as possible.

 

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