The European Patent Office (EPO) has published patent application EP4627508A1, filed by Visa International Service Association, concerning a method for secure NFC card activation. The patent, with publication date March 11, 2026, details specific IPC classifications related to payment transactions and card activation processes. It is designated for a wide range of European countries, including Germany, France, and the UK.

This publication represents a new patent grant and does not impose immediate regulatory obligations on businesses. However, companies operating in the payment technology and NFC space, particularly those in the designated European states, should be aware of this patent. It may affect future product development, licensing strategies, and potential intellectual property disputes related to secure payment card activation technologies.