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Contents

  • Understanding Credit Scores and Their Components
    • Impact of Credit Card Applications
      • Hard Inquiries vs. Soft Inquiries
        • Multiple Applications and Rate Shopping
          • Long-Term Effects
          • Best Practices for Credit Card Applications
            • Before Applying
              • After Approval
              • Mitigating the Impact
                • Be Selective
                  • Monitor Your Credit
                    • Special Considerations
                    • Bottom Line

                      Does Applying for a Credit Card Affect Your Credit Score?

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                      A person holding a credit card, with a thought bubble showing a fluctuating credit score graph.
                      Published January 19, 2025
                      Last Updated May 29, 2025
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                      2.4 minute read

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