How Can I Check the Status of My Discover Card Application
Credit card companies have worked to make as much of their customer service operations as automated as possible. Checking the status of a credit card application has also been automated. By going to the company website it is possible to rapidly determine the status of a credit card application. In the steps below, a direct link is given to the location of the web page that will fulfill this function. It is also possible to go to the company home page and use the search feature to find a link.
Difficulty: Easy
Instructions
Things You’ll Need
Computer with Internet access
Telephone
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Checking Online
1)Go to the Discover Card Application Status website. (See Resource 1)
2)Enter your Social Security number in the appropriate boxes.
3)Enter your zip code in the appropriate box.
4)Click on the “Submit” button.
5)Read the displayed information about the status of your application.
Checking By Phone
1)Dial 1-800-347-2683 on the telephone.
2)Press the “#” key once verbal instructions have been given to do so.
3)Press the “4″ key once verbal instructions have been given to do so. This will connect you with an account manager that can discuss the status of the application with you.
Tips & Warnings
Be aware that it may take up to 30 days to process an application. Also, the discover card can only contact you based on the information that was supplied to them. Please make sure that accurate contact information is used on any application.
Make sure that only verified websites and contact phone numbers are used. There is risk in giving out private information such as social security numbers, birth dates, income levels and other personal information.
To ensure your online security when applying for a credit card, our site links only to official card issuer applications featuring 128-bit secure SSL encryption.
