HSBC RuPay Platinum Credit Card

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HSBC RuPay Platinum Credit CardHSBC RuPay Platinum Credit Card

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Joining Fee

Lifetime Free

Renewal Fee

Lifetime Free

Best Suited For

Shopping |

Reward Type

Reward Points
|

Welcome Benefits

₹500 Cashback on Logging in to the HSBC India Mobile Banking App and 2 Month EazyDiner Membership


Rewards and Benefits

Movie & Dining

N/A

Rewards Rate

2 Reward Points/₹150 Spent

Reward Redemption

Transfer Reward Points to Various Hotel/Airline Partners

Travel

N/A

Domestic Lounge Access

N/A

International Lounge Access

N/A

Golf

N/A

Insurance Benefits

N/A


Fees & Charges

Spend-Based Waiver

N/A

Rewards Redemption Fee

N/A

Foreign Currency Markup

3.5%

Interest Rates

3.75% Per Month (45% Per Annum)

Fuel Surcharge

Surcharge Waiver Up to ₹3,500 Each Year

Cash Advance Charges

2.5% of the Advance Amount, Subject to a Minimum of ₹500


Product Details
  • The HSBC RuPay Platinum Credit Card is quite similar to the HSBC Visa Platinum Credit Card.
  • This card can be used to make UPI transactions.
  • Earn 2 Reward Points/₹150 spent.
  • Reward Points can be transferred to several hotel and airline loyalty programs such as Marriott, Accor, Air France, and Air India.


Pros/Cons

Pros

This is a lifetime free credit card which comes with zero joining and annual charges.

Cons

Unlike the HSBC Visa Platinum Credit Card, this RuPay Credit Card lacks milestone benefits.

Welcome Benefits

Although this card comes with no joining fees, it still offers several welcome benefits.

  • Get ₹500 cashback on spending ₹5,000 within 30 days of logging in to the HSBC India Mobile Banking app.
  • Receive a ₹100 Amazon eGift voucher when you apply online, complete video KYC, and get your card.
  • Enjoy a 2-month complimentary EazyDiner membership on activation of the RuPay credit card.

Reward Points Earning

Earn 2 Reward points for every ₹150 spent using your card. Instantly convert your reward points to air miles and hotel loyalty points through the HSBC India Mobile Banking app.

Programme Conversion Ratio
Air India Maharaja Club 2:1
Flying Blue 2:1
The British Airways Club 2:1
Etihad Guest 2:1
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer 2:1
Qantas Frequent Flyer 2:1
United MileagePlus 3:1
Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles 2:1
Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles 4:1
ALL – Accor Live Limitless 2:1
IHG One Rewards 2:1
Marriott Bonvoy 2:1
Shangri-La Circle 10:1

This list may be changed from time to time.

Exclusions for Reward Points Earning

With the HSBC RuPay Platinum Credit Card, no Reward Points are earned on transactions made in specific categories such as utilities, tax payments, real estate, non-financial institutions, money transfers, jewelry purchases, insurance, fuel, financial institutions, e-wallet loading, bail and bond payments, and education or government services. These exclusions are based on Merchant Category Codes (MCCs) and also apply to cash advances, fees/charges, and disputed transactions.

Eligibility

To qualify, individuals must meet the following criteria:

  • Be between 18 and 65 years of age.
  • Minimum annual income of ₹400,000 for salaried individuals.
  • Be a resident of India.
  • Reside in one of the following cities: Chennai, Gurgaon, Delhi National Capital Region (NCR), Pune, Noida, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kochi, Coimbatore, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Ahmedabad, or Kolkata.

Bottom  Line

The HSBC RuPay Platinum Credit Card is a straightforward credit card, most useful for redeeming HSBC bank offers and converting Reward Points to various hotel and airline partners. This card doesn’t offer any fancy privileges or features. It is a lifetime free offer with a simple reward rate of 2 Reward points for every ₹150. Those who are looking to apply for an HSBC Credit Card and make UPI payments can apply for this card. Apart from this, the HSBC RuPay Cashback can also be used to make UPI payments.

FAQs:

Is the HSBC RuPay Platinum Credit Card lifetime free?

Yes, the HSBC RuPay Platinum Credit Cards come at zero joining and annual charges.

Are there any airport lounge access options with this card?

No, the HSBC RuPay Platinum Credit Card doesn’t offer any domestic or international lounge access.

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