To the CCBBB's knowledge, unless money is required for a security deposit, it is not legitimate to require money upfront for a credit card. Please contact the fraud squad of the Ontario Provincial Police toll free at 1-888-495-8501 if you are a victim of this scam.
Secured credit card marketing scams
Facts from the Federal Trade Commission about deceptive ads and scams and how to avoid or report them.
October 1996