---
title: "How to block and unblock a card"
description: "Learn how to block a card and prevent new payments from being processed."
url: https://help.elibrium.io/en/articles/6-how-to-block-and-unblock-a-card
collection: "Cards"
updated: 2026-05-26
language: en
---

# How to block and unblock a card

Learn how to block a card and prevent new payments from being processed.

## Block a card

1.  Go to the [Cards](https://app.elibrium.io/cards?page=1&sort_by=-issued_at) section
    
2.  Select a card from the list.
    
3.  Open the card details.
    

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4.  Click **Block**.
    
5.  Confirm the action.
    

After the card is blocked, new payments made with the card will be declined.

## Unblock a card

1.  Open the blocked card details.
    
2.  Click **Activate card**.
    
3.  Confirm the action.
    

After the card is reactivated, the card can be used for payments again.

## Important note:

-   Appropriate permissions may be required to block or unblock a card. If the action is unavailable, contact your company administrator.
    

## Related articles

-   [Card statuses](https://help.elibrium.io/en/articles/24-card-statuses-explained.md)
    
-   [How to issue a card](https://help.elibrium.io/en/articles/5-how-to-issue-a-card.md)
    
-   [Card issuance limits](https://help.elibrium.io/en/articles/10-card-issuance-limits.md)