What are the different types of cards Centtrip provides?

Stephanie Boukhari
2026-03-31T18:29:13Z

Your Centtrip account gives you access to both physical and virtual cards, available in two types: shared balance or prepaid. Each card type is designed to support different spending needs. Understanding how they work will help you manage funds more effectively.

Physical cards

Standard plastic payment cards

Can be added to Apple Pay or Google Pay

Useable in-store and online

Require activation via the app before first use

Virtual cards

Function exactly like physical cards, but exist digitally only

Do not require activation

Can be created and used instantly

How Funds Are Spent

Shared Balance Cards

Draw directly from the shared balance in the Operating Account (like a debit card)

No need to top up before spending

Best for users who need ongoing access to centrally held funds

Prepaid Cards

Separate from the shared balance

Require manual top-ups before use (instant transfers possible via an administrator)

Ideal for users with fixed budgets or controlled spending requirements

In all cases, card spending is limited by the Operating Account balance as well as any individual card limits set by administrators.