Yes, there are two other methods to activate your credit card & change your PIN as listed below. These methods are available to Malaysian and non-Malaysian customers who must have a Malaysian mobile number registered with CIMB.
A. Activation via Phone Call
Step 1: Call the number at the back of your credit card > Select option 1 > Select option 3 and follow the instructions on the call.
Step 2: A Temporary PIN will be sent to you via SMS.
Step 3: Visit any CIMB ATM as soon as possible to change your temporary PIN.
B. Activation via SMS
Step 1: Send SMS CA<space>last 4 digits of card number to 68833. e.g. CA 1234
Step 2: A Temporary PIN will be sent to you via SMS
Step 3: Visit any CIMB ATM as soon as possible to change your temporary PIN
For more information on activating your credit card, visit https://www.cimb.com.my/wc
Once your card is activated, you can use your credit card number to register for CIMB OCTO App to track and manage your CIMB Credit Card.