These instructions apply to the following cards:

  • Debit Cards (Visa & Mastercard)

Tip: The best way to activate online shopping for your UBS Debit Card is directly via the UBS Mobile Banking App – It’s easy, fast, and free!

How to activate online shopping

On your smartphone


1. Log in to the Mobile Banking App

2. Tap Cards

3. Tap the Debit tab, then tap the card you’d like to use

4. Tap Security settings

5. Activate Online shopping

You will be able to use your debit card for online purchases immediately.

On your computer


1. Log on to UBS E-Banking

2. Navigate to Accounts & cards > Settings for cards

3. Under Debit cards, click on Options for use and temporary deactivation

4. Click on the card you’d like to use and activate Online shopping

You will be able to use your debit card for online purchases immediately.

Other important help topics

Check out this selection of frequently asked questions