If your international card payment on Talview fails, it may be due to card restrictions, bank blocks, or payment gateway issues.
This article explains the most common reasons and provides clear steps to resolve the issue so you can successfully complete your exam booking
Troubleshooting Common Issues
| What might be wrong ? | What to do ? |
| Card not enabled for international purchases | Contact your bank or card issuer to authorize international transactions |
| Foreign transaction blocks or restrictions | Some banks block international payments by default; request activation |
| Currency conversion or cross-border fees | Confirm your bankβs policies and fees for international transactions |
| Insufficient funds or credit limits | Ensure your balance or credit limit can cover the payment amount plus fees |
| 3D Secure or authentication failures | Complete OTP, 3D Secure, or any other security verifications sent by your bank |
| Fraud detection or payment gateway blocks | Notify your bank in advance of the payment and retry after confirmation |
| Incorrect billing address or card details | Double-check that billing address matches exactly with your card statement |
Additional Tips
- Contact Your Bank or Card Issuer
- Ensure your card is enabled for international and online payments
- Verify Card Details Carefully
- Enter the correct card number, expiry, CVV, and billing address
- Complete Any Required Authentication
- Respond promptly to OTPs, 3D Secure, or other security checks required by your bank
- Try a Different Payment Option
- Use another card (Visa, MasterCard, Amex, etc.) or a supported digital wallet if your primary card continues to fail
- This can help bypass specific card or bank restriction
Tip: Keep your card issuerβs international support number handy. In case of repeated payment failures, quick contact can save time and reduce stress before exam bookings.