Does a BBVA Compass Visa Gift Card have to be activated before it can be used?
Yes. Any Card ordered on the web, which is personalized with embossing of the recipient’s name must be activated. This Card can be activated by either calling 1.866.791-6841 toll free, 24 hours a day, seven days a week and providing the 16-digit Compass Gift Card account number, along with the 3-digit CVV number (the security code on the signature panel on the back of the Card), or by logging onto the web at www.visaprepaidprocessing.com/bbvacompass/gift.