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The Black History Card is more than just a pre-paid debit card, it is a movement that allows our culture to celebrate our past, present, and future together. Learn more

 
 
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TEXT KEYWORD QUESTION/SERVICE ANSWER
BHUSE How/where to use

You can make purchases anywhere MasterCard debit cards are accepted, access cash from ATMs, signature- based/PIN-base transactions, Online Purchases.

BHACT Activation The number to call for (Act.) is 888-494-0043 or go online at www.blackhistorycard.com and click on activate card.
BHCOST Cost Of Activation Cost of Activation $9.99 and either $4.95 or $9.95 per month (depending upon your plan). See site for transaction fees and pricing, click on “How it Works.”
BHWITH

Withdrawal limit You can withdraw up to $300 in cash per day. For more information check website.
BHNOCARD Have not yet received card Cards usually take 5-7 business days to be delivered. Give us a call if you have not received your card after 10 days. 888-494-0043
BHREP How to replace a card Replacement cards delivered 5-7 business days after request. You may request your card be expedited for a fee, will be delivered in 3 business days. 888 494 0043
BHMAIL
Check if card was mailed Yes. You can call us to find out the actual date your prepaid MasterCard card was sent out. 888-494-0043
BHWRK Card does not work 1st check your balance for available cash, if there is enough money on your account for your purchase and monthly fee give us a call at 888-494-0043.
BHEXPR Card about to expire We'll automatically send a new card to the address on file 1 month prior to expiration date. Login and verify your address is correct. To update please call 888-494-0043.


BHMYCRD

Can someone else use my card Your card can only be used by you and it's protected with a secret pin-code that should not be given to anyone else. For more info visit www.blackhistorycard.com
BHPIN What is a pin
A PIN code is a secret four-digit Personal Identification Code that enables access to your prepaid account.
BHFRGT Forgot my PIN If you forget your PIN code, give us a call 888-494-0043 so we can verify your information and we will send your PIN code via mail.
BHPW

Forgot my Password
BHNAME Name misspelled If you receive your card and a mistake is made on the spelling of your name, call at 888-494-0043 us and we'll be more than happy to correct the error.
BHCHNG
Change or update my info If you have legally changed your name, please call us at 888-494-0043 and we'll assist you. To up date other info login to your account. www.blackhistorycard.com
BHLOST Lost or stolen card If your card has been lost or stolen, call us at 888-494-0043 as soon as possible.
BHFRD Protection against fraud With MasterCard's Zero Liability protection, you can shop wherever MasterCard is accepted risk free! You're not liable for unauthorized use on your card.
BHCALL
What is the charge for calling Customer Service?
You will receive 1 free call each month and charged $1 for each additional call during the month.
BHCS Customer Service Contact We are here to assist you, you are our number 1 priority. Feel free to give us a call at: 888-494-0043.
BHDAYSP
Daily Spending Limits $2500 for pin based trans, $1,500 for signature trans. Bill pay will not be included, with the daily limits.
BHATM
Is there an, ATM close by?
Enter your ZIP plus your city.
BHLOAD Is there a load center nearby? You will need to save this short code (476368) as a mobile contact under the name BHLOAD. Now you are ready to find a location. Here is how it works. Type in the text window (reload)(#)(your zip code) press SEND. [It looks like this: reload#33281, then press send]
BHDIR How do I make a direct deposit? (Direct deposit is free)1st go to the site and click on How it Works, then look to the right of the screen click on Direct Deposit under the heading Add Money read all info and follow directions.
BHCTOC
How do I conduct a card-to-card transfer? Text: BHTRANS (last 4 - from)(nickname)(amount)(5 digit pw - from)
BHBAL What is my remaining balance?
BHTCHRG What are the transaction charges? 1- Monthly maintenance- $4.95 (standard plan); $9.95 (deluxe plan)
2- Bal from cell-free
3- Add money-free
4- Bill pay-$1.00
5- Online statement - free
6- ATM bal - $0.50
7 Signt and pin transactions-$0.75
8- Visit website for all fees
BHDEP
I made a deposit but don't see it Please give us a call after 24 hrs. 888-494-0043
BHCRED I returned merchandise when will my account be credited? Your account will be credited in 3-5 business days. If you do not see it in 5 days give us a call 888-494-0043.
BHTRANS (last 4-from)(last 4-to) (amount)(5 digit pw -from) Card to card transfer Your transaction is complete.
BHADDFR Can I register for additional cards? We don't issue additional cards unless it's a parent ordering a card for their child between the age of 13-17. Visit www.blackhistorycard.com to view form online.
BHFAQHELP What are the BHC text commands? Text to receive a list of commands TEXT BHCS=Customer service contact
BHFRGT=Forgot my PIN
BHWRK=Card does not work
BHWITH=Withdrawal limit
BHPIN=What is my PIN
BHCTOC=Card to Card Transfer
For more commands text BHFAQ2
BHFAQ2 Second list of commands BHCHNG=change or update my info, BHLOST=Lost or Stolen Card, BHUSE=How/where to use, BHACT=Activation, BHCOST=Cost of activation, BHREP=How to replace card, For more commands text BHFAQ3
BHFAQ3 Third list of commands BHMAIL=Check if card was mailed, BHEXPR=Card about to expire, BHCALL=Charge for calling Customer Service, BHDAYSP=Daily Spending limits, BHTCHRG=Transaction charges, BHDEP=I made a deposit but don't see it, For more commands text BHFAQ4
BHFAQ4
Fourth list of commands
BHCRED=I returned merchandise when will my account be credited, BHADDFR=Can I register for additional cards, BHDIR=How do I make a direct deposit, BHFRD=Protect against fraud, BHNAME=Name misspelled, BHMYCRD=Can someone else use my card, BHNOCARD=Have not yet received card
 
 
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