2006-12-13 07:37:25 · 5 answers · asked by steve t 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Credit
You need to go into your local bank and ask. Do you have a checking account set up? If so, most banks will give you a free debit card. I do not think there is a minimum age you need be to get a debit card, rather there is one for a credit card b/c it is a contract.
2006-12-13 07:45:37 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You cant.
You must be at least 18. You can only get a debit card (or check card) with a checking account. You are not legally able to do a business transaction (checking account or using a Visa card)until you are 18. Your parents can not get you one until you are of legal contractual age.
A credit card, as well as a check card, b/c it has a Visa on it, is a legal & binding contract. You are not able to sign a contract legaly, until you are of legal age.
Besides, trust me, you dont want the problems at this age!
2006-12-13 15:51:00 · answer #2 · answered by ricks 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My daughter has had a checking account since she was 12 year old. Isn't a check also a contract?
2006-12-16 00:28:32 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would have to be a joint account with a parent unless you were legally seperated from your parents.
2006-12-13 15:45:03 · answer #4 · answered by IceyFlame 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you have to be 16 to get one. See if there's some way your parents can sign off on it. Otherwise, I think you're screwed for awhile.
2006-12-13 15:39:11 · answer #5 · answered by two_kee_kees 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋