Capital One Review (2024)

FAQs

How long does it take for Capital One to review documents? ›

If you apply by phone or online, you'll typically get a response within 60 seconds. If you submit a paper application, it will take longer. But no matter how you apply, Capital One generally notifies applicants of the decision in writing within seven to 10 days of receiving the application.

It is not very hard to get a Capital One credit card because Capital One offers cards for people with bad credit or better. The easiest credit card to get from Capital One is the Capital One Quicksilver Secured Cash Rewards Credit Card, which is available to applicants with bad credit.

Automatic: It may be possible to get an increase every six months. By request: You can request a credit limit increase every six months. No guarantee: Credit limit increases are never guaranteed, but you can improve your chances with responsible card use and a history of on-time payments.

A request may be denied because of previous missed payments or a high balance. Or it may be because the account hasn't been open long enough. If your credit limit increase request is denied, it doesn't mean you can't get approved for one in the future.

We will notify you in writing of our decision within 7 to 10 days of your application. When will I receive my new credit card? If you're approved, you should receive your Capital One card, credit limit information, and welcome materials by mail within approximately 7 to 10 business days.

Most denied Chase credit card applications come after receiving the message stating Chase will provide a final decision within 7-10 days. If Chase denies your application, you can try calling their reconsideration line: Personal credit cards: 1-888-338-2586.

People with bad credit may generally find it easier to get approved for a secured card. A secured card like the Capital One Platinum Secured credit card can be a great option for people who are establishing or rebuilding their credit.

You need a credit score of 700 or higher (good to excellent credit) to get the best Capital One credit card offers. Other options are also available for people with lower scores, as it is possible to get approved for Capital One credit card with limited credit history or a bad credit score.

Your monthly income needs to be at least $425 more than your monthly rent or mortgage payment to get a Capital One credit card. Capital One wants to know you can afford credit card payments on top of your other expenses, and the higher your income is above the minimum, the more likely you are to be approved.

What is the maximum Capital One Platinum credit limit I can get? The Capital One Platinum credit limit can be as high as $3,000 according to online cardholder reports, but it will depend entirely on the specifics of each applicant's credit and their overall financial situation.

What is the highest credit card limit? ›

Here's why: The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card comes with a $5,000 minimum credit line, but we've seen claims that the credit limits for this card can be as high as $100,000. Just keep in mind that it's rare to get a credit limit on the highest end of that spectrum.

Capital One Savor cardholders report credit limits between $5,000 and $30,000, but you won't know your actual credit limit until you're approved. When determining credit limits, factors such as your debt-to-income ratio, repayment history, and the length of your credit history will play a significant role.

According to anecdotal reports, the card's credit limit can be as low as $750 and as high as $10,000. However, Capital One does not list a minimum or maximum credit limit in the card's terms and conditions. If you want to aim for a higher credit limit, there are a number of areas...

A simple rule of thumb to decide if you have a good credit limit is to consider how much you regularly spend between payments. Ideally, you don't want to have your average credit card balance higher than 30% of your credit card limit.

For example, if you have a Capital One card and are given a credit limit increase, it's an indication you've used your credit responsibly. Or that a higher credit limit could help you meet your spending needs while still using your credit responsibly.

Getting approved—or denied—could take anywhere from seconds to weeks. You could be approved for a credit card right away if you apply online.

If you did not receive confirmation of instant verification after providing your external account information, we may send two small test deposits, less than $1, to your external link to verify it. These test deposits will arrive in your external account either immediately or up to 3 business days after linking.

Think of us as a detective trying to prevent a crime from happening. Personal document scan: If we are struggling to confirm your identity, or your data doesn't match our records, we might ask you for a copy of supporting documents.

Scanning a government-issued ID

State Issued Non-Driver ID. Passport (Book or Card)