Instant issuance is the process of printing and activating a payment card immediately at the point of service, allowing the customer to use it right away.
Use-Case Example:
A customer walks into a bank branch to open a new account.
Instead of waiting 7–10 days for a debit card to arrive by mail:
1. The bank representative enters the customer data.
2. A desktop card printer at the branch personalizes a chip-enabled card on the spot.
3. The customer receives the card, activates it, and can use it immediately.
Benefit: Convenience and instant access to funds or services.