[Solved] Need the key code to program a new key for my International PayStar - help?

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Bluesteel
Member since December 2021 • 145 posts

How can I obtain my International PayStar's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on May 16, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1659 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the International PayStar. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 17, 2025

Replies (6)

Echolima
Member • 129 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the International PayStar?

May 17, 2025 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 41 posts

Why is finding a key code on a International PayStar this hard?!

May 18, 2025 Reply
Omegared
Member • 110 posts

Just what I needed! My International PayStar has been acting up lately.

May 19, 2025 Reply
Invisible
Member • 66 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my International PayStar too.

May 20, 2025 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 25 posts

Just tried this on my International PayStar—anyone else have success?

May 21, 2025 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 13 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my International PayStar. Huge thanks!

May 22, 2025 Reply

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