Lock or replace your card

Learn how to lock and/or replace your lost, stolen, or damaged credit card or ScotiaLine® access card

Overview

Whether your credit card or ScotiaLine® access card was lost, stolen, or damaged, we’re here to help.

If you need a replacement card, keep in mind that you must be the primary cardholder or co-borrower on the account to request it.

Here's what to do if: 

Your card is lost, stolen, or damaged

 

If you have a Scotiabank Visa, American Express credit card, or a line of credit with a Visa access card that has been lost, stolen or damaged, call us as soon as possible at:

 

If you have a Scotiabank Mastercard credit card, call 1-800-307-7309 as soon as possible.

 

You can also temporarily lock your Scotiabank Visa, American Express credit card, or ScotiaLine® access card through the Scotiabank mobile app.

You’re worried about credit card fraud 

 

Visit our cybersecurity and fraud hub to learn about threats to your financial security, how to protect yourself, and how to report fraud or suspicious activity on your Scotiabank account.

 

Visit the cybersecurity and fraud hub

How to lock your card

Whether you need to lock your credit card, or ScotiaLine® access card, we have step-by-step demos that guide you through the process.

You can lock your credit card  or ScotiaLine® access card directly in the Scotia mobile app.

If your card is locked, you won't be able to make cash advances, purchases, or withdraw money, whether online or in person.

You can still access your credit card or ScotiaLine® access card through the app and online banking. Once you find your card, you can unlock it.

Here’s how to lock your card:

  1. Sign into the Scotiabank app
  2. From the home screen, select the credit card you want to lock
  3. Tap Manage
  4. Tap Lock or unlock card
  5. Your card should be listed as Unlocked. Click the toggle button to lock it
  6. You’ll receive a confirmation message saying your card was successfully locked
  7. Click Finish
  8. If your card is lost or stolen, call 1-800-472-6842 to report it and get a new card

Frequently asked questions

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