Phone number
- Toll-free: 1-866-453-2636
- Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Language: English and Spanish
What to have ready
Before you call, keep these near you:- Your new Milestone card
- Your Social Security Number
- Your date of birth
- A pen (to sign the back of the card after)
Steps to activate by phone
1
Call 1-866-453-2636
Dial the toll-free number from any phone.
2
Select the activation option
Press the number the voice prompt tells you for activation.
3
Enter your card number
Use your phone keypad to type your 16-digit card number.
4
Verify your identity
Enter your SSN or date of birth when asked.
5
Wait for the confirmation
You will hear a message saying your card is now active.
Why activate by phone?
- No internet needed
- Fast, under 5 minutes
- Great if you don’t like websites
- Works even if the site is down
After the call
- Sign the back of your card
- Save the phone number for future help
- Set up your online account at milestonecard.com when you can