Cards
How to activate the physical card?
The card is already active and ready to use. To activate the contactless payment function, simply make a payment in-store by entering the card’s PIN code.
Once this is done, you can use the card for future payments by tapping it. If you wish to activate the card for online purchases, you can do so in the app. Initially, this option is turned off for security purposes.
Can I use the card immediately after creating it in the app?
Yes, the card is active immediately after it is created in the INDEXO Bank app. It can be used for online purchases, and, by adding the card to ApplePay*/GooglePay*, also for contactless payments with your phone and smart watch, as well as for withdrawing cash at ATMs that support contactless technology.
* will be available very soon.
How can I receive the physical card by mail?
The card will be sent to your postal address indicated in the INDEXO Bank mobile app. Before the card is sent out, you will have the opportunity to verify that the address is correct and up to date.
How to activate contactless payments?
To activate the contactless payment – simply make a payment in at the store by entering the card’s PIN code. The PIN code can always be viewed in the bank’s app.
If you wish to activate the card for online purchases, you can enable this option in the app. Initially, it is turned off for security reasons.
If you encounter any issues or experience difficulties, please don’t hesitate to contact us. You can reach out to us by sending a message through the messages section of the INDEXO Bank app, emailing us at [email protected], or calling us at 20 006 088.
How to activate online payments?
To activate online payments, enable this option in the bank’s app. Go to section under the section “Cards” and below the digital card click on “Settings”, after you can turn on online payments.
If you encounter any issues or experience difficulties, please don’t hesitate to contact us. You can reach out to us by sending a message through the messages section of the INDEXO Bank app, emailing us at [email protected], or calling us at 20 006 088.
What does contactless payments mean?
Contactless payment technology allows you to pay for purchases or withdraw cash by simply holding a card or mobile phone close to a POS terminal or ATM reader if the receiving device supports contactless payments. Purchases for an amount under €50 can also be made without entering a PIN – very quickly and conveniently. However, for the security of your payments, payments under €50 will also need to be confirmed with a PIN once in a while.
Purchase insurance
What purchases are insured?
All purchases made with a valid INDEXO card are insured, including those made online or through other remote means. Additionally, the purchased items must be:
- new (unused) movable property;
- paid up to €7 500 *.
For example: computers, household appliances, toys, musical instruments, sports and recreational items, footwear, clothing, furniture, and other long-term use goods.
*Excluding purchases listed in the Purchase Insurance Terms.
What risks are covered?
Compensation is provided for losses occurring under the following circumstances:
- sudden and unforeseen damage;
- damage to the item;
- theft (if it occurs through forced entry) or robbery.
How much compensation will I receive?
These are the maximum amounts that If Insurance will compensate after an accident. If the actual losses are less, compensation will be paid based on the actual loss:
- compensation limit per purchase – €7 500;
- compensation limit per accident – €7 500;
- compensation limit per accident for specific purchases* – €1 000;
- total insurance coverage per year per cardholder – € 15 000.
*Purchases listed in the Purchase Insurance Terms.
What is the deductible?
A €30 deductible applies to each accident.
The deductible is the portion of the loss you pay in the event of insurance. For example, if the repair of a computer costs €150, you will cover €30, and the insurance will cover the remaining amount.
How long is the purchase insured for?
The purchase is insured for 180 days from the moment it is handed over for your use or when the first payment is made with a valid INDEXO card.
However, please note that insurance is no longer valid if your INDEXO card expires (its validity period ends, the card is suspended, terminated, or cancelled in any way) and you do not renew or replace it sequentially with a new one after the end of the previous card’s operation.
Are partially paid purchases insured?
Yes, partially paid purchases are also insured. In the event of an accident, compensation will be paid proportionally to the paid portion of the item.
However, please note that rented, leased, or purchased items on lease (items for which you do not have ownership rights) are not insured.
Are purchases I made for someone else insured?
Yes. Even in cases where the item is purchased as a gift or is used daily by another person, such as your child or partner, this purchase is insured.
Is insurance valid if I make a purchase abroad?
Insurance is valid worldwide, except for the Russian Federation, the Republic of Belarus, and Ukraine. This means that purchases made with the INDEXO card in both Latvian and foreign online stores and retail locations are insured.
Is insurance valid if I lose or my card is stolen?
Yes, insurance is valid if you renew or sequentially replace the card with a new one after the end of the previous card’s operation.
How do I apply for compensation and what documentation is required?
As soon as possible, but no later than within five working days from the moment it becomes possible, apply for compensation online: here.
If you have any questions, contact If Insurance: +371 67338333.
Attach copies of documents related to the accident to the compensation application:
- invoice or receipt confirming the purchase;
- account statement showing that the purchase was made with an INDEXO card;
on the specific occurrence of the risk additional documents listed below:
- in case of damage or breakage – an estimate issued by an authorized repair company for the planned repair costs, any necessary and reasonable transportation costs if transportation is required.
- in case of theft or robbery – police report.
How is the payable compensation calculated?
If Insurance will transfer the compensation to your INDEXO Bank account, deducting a €30 € deductible from the compensation amount. The amount of compensation depends on the condition of the item:
- If it is reasonable and economically feasible to repair the item, the basis for compensation is the repair costs, including necessary and reasonable transportation costs.
- If the item cannot be repaired or it is economically infeasible, or if the item is stolen, the basis for compensation is the purchase price of the item.
What is not reimbursed?
According to the Purchase Insurance Terms, losses for items that are:
- purchased used (not new);
- rented, leased, or purchased on lease;
- motorized vehicles, trailers, water and air vehicles, their equipment, parts, and accessories necessary for maintenance;
- cash, stamps and coins, tickets, checks, vouchers, and other means of payment.
Other cases where losses are not reimbursed are listed in the Purchase Insurance Terms.
Loans
What is the purpose of a consumer loan?
The INDEXO consumer credit can be used for a wide variety of purposes, such as, but not limited to, travel, education, medical services, a larger purchase, or daily consumption needs. Whether you need an car loan for a new car or a renovation loan for home improvements – spend it as you wish.
What changes to the consumer loan can I make and where?
In the INDEXO Bank app, you can request changes to the consumer loan payment date, early repayment, and credit holidays. This can be done by clicking “Loans” and then “Manage” section.
If you are experiencing financial difficulties, that influences the loan payment, we encourage you to contact us and we will find the most suitable solution for you.
How to change the payment date for my consumer loan?
Changes can be made in the INDEXO Bank app – go to section “Loans” then click on “Manage” and “Change monthly payment date”.
Where can I find information about my loan?
View the necessary information in your INDEXO Bank app– go to section “Loans” and then click on “Detailed information”.
Where can I request an accelerated (early) repayment of my loan or reduce the repayment term?
Changes can be made in the INDEXO Bank app – go to section “Loans” then click on “Manage” and “Repay loan early”.
How can I apply for credit holidays?
Changes can be made in the INDEXO Bank app– go to section “Loans” then click on “Manage” and “Request credit holidays”.
Can I take an additional amount for an existing consumer loan?
If you need a bigger loan amount, go to the INDEXO Bank apps’ section “Loans” then click on “Request more” section and fill out the form.
What is the maximum amount of a consumer loan I can apply for?
The maximum amount of a consumer loan is €20 000.
Why am I asked for my location?
Unfortunately, it’s not to deliver money in a suitcase for you. We require this information because we only issue loans to residents of Latvia and individuals with a permanent residence permit.
How can I apply for a consumer loan?
To apply for a consumer loan, go to your INDEXO Bank app, then search for section “Loans” then click “View available offers”.
What information do I need to provide to get a consumer loan?
In the application form, you are required to provide us with:
- current location;
- reason for taking the loan;
- information about existing loans;
- residential address (if not automatically retrieved).
Payments
How to make a payment?
To make a payment in the INDEXO Bank app, open the “Send, Request” section then click on “Send money” section. Next:
- choose from your contacts to whom to transfer money;
- create a new payment.
How quickly are payments processed?
If the transfer is between INDEXO Bank recipients, it usually processes within a few seconds.
Instant transfers are processed within a few seconds if the recipient’s bank accepts instant transfers.
Standard transfers are processed on the next business day, depending on when the recipient’s bank and the Central Bank approve the payment.
Can transfers be made outside the EU?
INDEXO provides payments to European countries that use the € currency.
Are there limits on payments?
Yes, for your safety there is a limit on payments and it’s equal to a daily spending limit. You can increase your daily limit in the INDEXO Bank application up to €5 000 without coordination with us. This is done as follows:
- Open the INDEXO Bank app
- Click on your profile or name and surname in the upper left corner
- Press “Limits”
- Press “Spending limit” and choose your desired daily limit
If a larger limit than €5 000 is needed, a request must be submitted to us. We will process it as fast as possible.
Can I cancel a payment?
Theoretically yes, if the other party agrees.
If a refund needs to be issued for a payment made via card, then write to INDEXO. The order should include the payment card used for the transaction and specify the transaction itself.
If the payment was made via bank transfer, then you also need to write to INDEXO. The order should specify the account from which the payment was made and the payment itself.
A quicker process would be to request the recipient to return the funds themselves.
Payments to a phone number
How to make a payment if I only know the recipient's phone number?
To make a payment in the INDEXO Bank app, open the “Send, Request” section then click on “Send money”, and choose one of the existing contacts or press “Create a new payment” and “Phone number payment” – in both cases, a payment window will open in which you can enter the desired amount.
How to request a payment if I only know the phone number?
To request a payment in the INDEXO Bank app, open the section “Send, Request” then click on “Request money”. Then click on “Share details” and select the person you want to send the request to.
What to do if I enter the wrong phone number for a payment? How can I know if the person I'm sending money to hasn't changed their number?
For your safety, you must first enter the recipient’s phone number when making a payment in the INDEXO Bank app. Before entering the money amount, the name and surname of the true recipient will appear – it will differ if the recipient’s phone number has changed.
Are payments to a phone number safe?
Yes, as secure as any other payment.
Can anyone from any bank receive a money request from me?
Yes, the request for money from INDEXO Bank will work for customers of all banks in Latvia. INDEXO Bank users will receive a notification with a payment request (if the notifications are turned on), others – where you send it to them.
What to do if my phone number changes?
Go to the “Profile” section and provide there your new phone number. If the phone number is inaccurate, others may encounter difficulty sending you funds, or the process may become tricky and troublesome for them.
Profile
Can I use multiple INDEXO Bank profiles on one phone?
Yes, it is possible. To use additional profiles on one device, when logging in with a new profile, you must confirm the sign-in with Smart-ID (on the device where your Smart-ID is running – it may not be the same device where you want to connect to INDEXO Bank), Veriff (passport/ID card), or eParaksts Mobile. Then you will have the opportunity to connect the desired profile in the INDEXO app on the specific device.
In the INDEXO Bank app, you can always view the devices linked to the profile and remove them.
Is it possible to log into your INDEXO Bank profile on someone else's device?
Yes, it is possible. Such a need may arise if something goes wrong with your device – for example, it is lost.
In order to access the bank profile through a foreign device in emergency cases, the existing user must log out of his profile by clicking on his first and last name initials and “Logout” in the app. The other user must then authenticate with the personal code and the INDEXO Bank PIN code they created. After this step, you will need to confirm your identity either with the INDEXO Bank application on the old device, if it is available, or with one of the identity verification services – SmartID, eParaksts Mobile or biometric verification (it will require an ID card or passport). Once this is done, access to the profile will be activated on the new device.
If, as a result of an emergency, you have used INDEXO Bank on a device belonging to another person, after authorization, for your own security, we recommend disconnecting the foreign device – press your first and last name in the INDEXO Bank app, then select “Settings” and “Connected devices”.
Where can I find information about devices using my profile?
To see information about active devices using your profile, click on your name and initials in INDEXO Bank app, then select “Settings” and “Connected devices”.
Where can I change my personal information?
To change your personal information, go to INDEXO Bank app and click on your name and initials in the top left corner, then choose “Personal information”.
Can I set up notifications for activity on my account?
To receive notifications for purchases and incoming payments, go to INDEXO Bank app and click on your name and initials, then select “Notifications”.
Plans
What is needed to open an account with INDEXO?
Download the INDEXO Bank app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store and do registration.
If you want, you can check the General Terms and Conditions.
What is the monthly fee for the plans?
INDEXO Bank offers three plans:
“Sudrabs” Plan – €0.00
Minimum package to open an account and make up to 5 outgoing payments and get interest rate of your account balance.
“Zelts” Plan – €2.99
An optimal package that includes purchase insurance, unlimited outgoing payments, and the option to use a physical payment card.
“Platīns” Plan – €5.99 Coming soon
If you want more comfort, this is the right plan – in addition to purchasing insurance and unlimited outgoing payments, there will also be accident and ticket insurance.
On what date will the bank service fee be deducted if I choose to subscribe to some of the paid plans?
It depends on the date you become an INDEXO bank client.
The fee is deducted immediately from the account.
How often can I change my selected plan?
Plans can be changed whenever you want. The fee is taken for the entire month and is not refunded if the plan is changed.
Savings
What types of savings are available?
We have established ourselves as a trusted partner in long-term savings, offering management of the 2nd and 3rd pension plans. Now we also offer good solutions for creating short-term savings – vaults and term deposits. And – with INDEXO even the account balance earns!
The more purposefully you save, the higher the interest:
- for the account balance – 1,5 % per year;
- in vaults – 2,75 % per year;
- in term deposits – 3,50 % per year.
Choose the level of flexibility you desire for managing your funds and earn the corresponding interest rate. With vaults, you can deposit and withdraw as much and whenever you want, without any application process or fees. It’s personalized to your preferences, allowing your savings to grow effortlessly.
What are the interest rates for savings?
The more purposefully you save, the higher the interest rates:
- for money in a bank account – 1,5 % per year;
- in savings banks – 2,75 % per year;
- in time deposits – 3,50 % per year.
Does INDEXO pay for the balance in the account?
Yes, we are changing the usual in this regard as well. INDEXO offers an account balance interest rate of 1,5 % per annum, even on the free “Sudrabs” plan. What’s more, there’s no limit on the amount.
Vaults
What are the differences between a savings account and a term deposit?
Both types of savings are suitable for fulfilling big and small dreams. However, there are several differences between them.
Function |
Savings vault |
Term deposit |
Deposits and payouts |
Possible at any time without restrictions |
Deposit only at the beginning, it is not possible to top up |
Interest rate |
Variable, depends on the bank’s rules |
Fixed, higher than in a savings vault |
Availability |
Money is available anytime |
Money is only available at the end of the term |
Compound interest |
No |
Yes, interest is reinvested |
Early withdrawal |
Yes, without penalty |
Yes, but with penalty and without accrued interest |
Rounding options |
Yes, it is possible to use the rounding too |
No |
How is interest calculated for saving in savings vault?
Interest is calculated on the savings vault balance at the end of each day and is credited to the savings vault once a month. When calculating interest, we apply an annual interest rate and assume that there are 360 days in a year.
Remember that personal income tax will be automatically deducted from the interest paid in the amount specified in the legislation.
Can I freely deposit and withdraw money into the savings vault?
Yes, that’s the appeal of a savings vault – add and withdraw money without limits whenever you want.
How does purchase rounding work?
Another convenient way to add to your savings vault is the payment rounding tool. This feature allows you to automatically round each purchase to the nearest round number and transfer the difference to your vault.
For example, if you make a purchase for 1.30 euros, 70 cents will be transferred to your savings account. You can set second, third or even fifth speed for rounding purchases. This will determine how many times this amount will be multiplied – for example, x2 means that the amount will be doubled and 1.40 euros will be transferred. It will help you save money easily and seamlessly every time you make any purchase.
Term deposits
How can I enter into a term deposit agreement?
Everything can be done in a couple of seconds in INDEXO Bank’s mobile app.
- Open the “Savings” section of the INDEXO mobile app and press the “Add new savings” button;
- Select “Term deposit” and fill out the application – specify the desired term and amount;
- Confirm your agreement to the term deposit terms (including the applicable interest rate);
- Transfer the amount you want to invest to the term deposit account.
That’s all. Now your money is making money on its own.
How does compound interest work?
INDEXO term deposits use a compound interest approach—this means that your earned interest each month is added to the deposit principal. Thus, with each following month, interest is calculated on a larger amount, generating additional earnings. The earned interest will be calculated on the term deposit amount from the start date to the end date of the deposit (excluding the end date).
Once a month, INDEXO will credit the earned term deposit interest to your term deposit account. This interest will be added to the deposit principal, and the following month’s interest will be calculated based on this updated amount. In calculating interest, we apply an annual interest rate and assume a 360-day year. On the end date of the term deposit, we will transfer the deposit amount and accrued interest to your settlement account.
Please note that personal income tax will be withheld from the paid interest as prescribed by law.
How many term deposits can I open?
There is no limit to the number of open term deposits. Open as many as you want!
What other types of deposits are available at INDEXO?
We have already proven ourselves as a reliable partner in long-term savings by offering 2nd and 3rd pillar management of pensions. Now we also offer good solutions for short-term savings – savings vaults and term deposits. And in general, even the account balance earns money at INDEXO!
The more focused you save, the higher the interest:
- money in a bank account – 1.50% per year;
- in savings vaults – 2.75% per year;
- in term deposits – 3.50% per year.
Choose how freely you want to handle your money and receive the appropriate interest. You can deposit and withdraw as much as you want and whenever you want – you don’t have to apply for anything, you don’t have to pay anything. Personalize to your liking and accumulate without noticing.
What is the minimum and maximum deposit amount?
The minimum amount you can deposit with INDEXO is €100, while the maximum is €1,000,000.
What is the procedure for early termination?
To terminate a term deposit early, select the specific contract in the app, click “Manage,” and choose “Early Withdrawal.”
In the next window, you’ll see what you will lose as a client—accrued interest and a 1% penalty fee based on the original deposit amount. If you agree, contact the customer support team within the app, stating that you wish to end the contract early.
The contract will be terminated within one business day, and the remaining balance will be paid into your account.