How is the prepaid card different from my debit or credit card?

FeatureCredit CardDebit CardPrepaid Card
Source of FundsBorrowed (Credit Card Limit)Own Funds (Linked to Account)Own Funds (Preloaded)
Linked to Bank Account?NoYesNo
Credit Check Required YesNoNo
Where can it be Used Worldwide LocallyWorldwide
Cash WithdrawalsYes (with fees) YesYes (with fees)
Spending LimitUp to Credit LimitAvailable Bank Balance Maximum preloaded value (BBD$7500.00)

Maximum daily spend
(BBD$20K)
Young woman paying over the counter using her Mastercard Prepaid card.

To qualify, you must:

  • Have an active First Citizens Savings or Chequing account for more than one (1) year

Activating your Mastercard Prepaid

Your Prepaid Card must be activated before use. Activation is easy and can be done in either of the two options.

Option 1. At the Branch


OR

Option 2. Call 431-4577 to speak with a customer service representative  

Loading your Mastercard Prepaid

Online Banking

Easily load your Mastercard Prepaid by adding it as a payee and making a transfer.

ATM Deposit

Deposit cash or cheques directly to your Mastercard Prepaid at any First Citizens ATM.

Fast Deposit

Visit a branch and take advantage of our quick and convenient Fast Deposit service.

Fees

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  1. Fees

CARD/SERVICE FEES

Service FeesFees
Card Replacement Fee$20.00
Card Re-issue Fee$20.00
Prepaid Load/Reload Fee1.00%
Prepaid Reload via First Citizens Cheque1.15%
Inactive Fee$0.50
ATM Withdrawal Fee (Domestic)$3.00
ATM Withdrawal Fee (Int’l)5% Minimum $5.00
Chargeback Processing Fee$25.00
Foreign Transaction Fee2.00%