Don’t have your credit card on you? You can still withdraw money from the ATM. Remember this tip!
In a world where everything is possible from a mobile phone, it is not surprising to see that the banking world is also modernizing. A few years ago, the idea of withdrawing money without a bank card might have seemed unimaginable. However, today it is becoming a reality thanks to mobile banking apps. No need to dig deep in your bag or go home because you forgot your card, your phone can now do the job!
Indeed, several banks have integrated an option into their applications allowing their customers to make cash withdrawals without using their bank card. How does it work? It’s actually quite simple.
Take the example of the Banque Populaire. The latter offers a service called “SMART’Retrait”. To begin, it is imperative to activate this service, which is done by contacting your bank advisor. Once the service is activated, simply go to the “Payment Methods” section of your mobile application. Here you can select the account you want to debit, specify the amount you want to withdraw and choose the withdrawal date. The system then generates a unique number that you will need to provide when you go to the ATM.
The Crédit Mutuel group also offers a similar option, whether you are a CIC or Crédit MUtuel customer. The process is slightly different: to start, you must contact your adviser to activate the “e-withdrawal” service. After this step, a code will be sent to you by sms. This code will be your sesame to make your withdrawal without a card. Once this first step has been completed, the service becomes accessible at any time from your customer area or from the mobile application. In addition, you should know that the bank offers the possibility to the children of the account holder, or even to a relative, to use this service.
However, before rushing in, there are a few things to keep in mind. Indeed, the majority of agencies only offer the possibility of withdrawal without a card exclusively at the level of their own distributors. It is therefore strongly recommended to inquire directly with your bank branch to avoid any disappointment.