Mobile Banking App & Cards Activation

Activate your card and mobile banking app on or post 19 August 2023.

Unlock a world of possibilities and enjoy an array of exclusive benefits with your Sohar International cards. Whether you're looking for convenience, security, or rewards, our cards are designed to meet your unique needs.

But that's not all – we go beyond traditional banking to offer you an unparalleled digital experience. Introducing our state-of-the-art mobile banking app, seamlessly integrated with your lifestyle. With this innovative app, you'll have full control of your finances at your fingertips.

Ready to embark on a new level of banking convenience? Follow the instructions below to activate your mobile banking app and cards.

To start using our mobile banking app

Download the Sohar International App from the App Store or Google Play Store
Select ‘Already having an Account’ on the homepage
If you already have an HSBC mobile/internet banking username, you can simply continue using it and create a new password using “Forgot Password Option on the login page”; if you don’t, then proceed to the following steps
Select "Register" on the login page
Enter your Omani or resident Civil ID number
Enter your debit card details, including the card number, expiry date, and CVV number
Enter the One Time Password (OTP) sent to you via SMS
Create a new username and password after OTP verification
Once your credentials have been successfully created, you can log in to the app

To activate your new debit card through mobile banking app

Log into the Sohar International App
Select "Cards" in the menu tab
Choose the card you wish to activate
Click on the "Activate" button
Follow the prompts to set a PIN for your card
Enter the One Time Password (OTP) sent via SMS to complete the process
Once the PIN is set successfully, your card will be activated & ready for use

To activate your new debit card through Sohar International ATM

Insert the new debit card into Sohar International ATM
Enter your mobile number as registered in your bank
If the mobile number matches the bank's registered number, an OTP will be generated
Enter the OTP in the ATM machine
Once the OTP is validated, you will be asked to set the PIN in the ATM machine
Once the PIN is set successfully, the card will be activated and ready to be used

To activate your new Credit Card:

Log into the Sohar International App
Select "Cards" in the menu tab
Choose the card you wish to activate
Click on ‘Activate’
Enter the One Time Password (OTP) sent via SMS to complete the process and activate your card.

Mobile Banking App & Cards Activation

Activate your card and mobile banking app on or post 19 August 2023.

How to Register

Debit Card Activation

Forgot Username/Password

View Credit Card PIN

Mobile Transfer

Bill Payment