You activate your Bank of America Commercial, Corporate, or Purchasing card through the Global Card Access portal. This portal is specifically designed for business and corporate cards.
Go to the official activation page: bofa.com/globalcardaccess
Important: This portal is only for corporate or business cards. If you want to activate a personal Bank of America credit card, you must use the standard Bank of America personal banking website instead.
Method 1: Activate Your Card Online (Global Card Access)
Step 1
Go to the official portal:
bofa.com/globalcardaccess
Step 2
On the login page, click “Register a card.”
Step 3
Enter your card details:
- Your 16-digit card number
- The expiration date
- The CVV security code
Step 4
Verify your identity using one of these options:
- Verification ID provided by your company’s Program Administrator
- Your Employee ID
- A one-time passcode sent to your email if your email is already on file
Step 5
Create your User ID and Password for the Global Card Access website.
Step 6
Follow the remaining instructions to finish activating your card.
During this process, the system may also ask you to create a PIN for your card.
Once you complete these steps, your card becomes active and ready to use.
Method 2: Activate Your Card Using the Mobile App
You can also activate your corporate card through the Global Card Access mobile app.
Step 1
Download the BofA Global Card Access app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Make sure you download Global Card Access and not the regular Bank of America personal banking app.
Step 2
Open the app and select “Register a card.”
Step 3
Enter your card information and complete the identity verification steps.
Step 4
Create your login credentials and follow the instructions to activate your card.
Method 3: Activate Your Card by Phone
If you cannot activate your card online, you can use the automated phone system.
Step 1
Call the phone number printed on the activation sticker attached to your card.
Step 2
If you cannot find the sticker, call the general activation line:
1-888-233-8855 (United States)
If you are outside the U.S., check the back of your card for the international collect number.
Step 3
Follow the automated prompts and provide your Verification ID if requested.
Troubleshooting Tips
“Unable to Validate” Error
This error usually means the information you entered does not match the information your company provided. Check details like your Verification ID, Employee ID, or ZIP Code.
If the problem continues, contact your company’s Program Administrator to confirm your information.
Activation Link Not Working
If bofa.com/globalcardaccess does not load correctly, type this address directly into your browser:
This is the main destination for the Global Card Access portal.
Conclusion
You activate your Bank of America corporate or purchasing card through the Global Card Access portal, the mobile app, or the phone activation system. The online portal at bofa.com/globalcardaccess is the most common method.
Enter your card details, verify your identity, create login credentials, and complete the prompts. Once the activation finishes, your corporate card is ready to use for approved business expenses.
