HSBCPlatinum Credit Card

HSBC

HSBC's Platinum card offers a good value rewards points scheme at a reasonable annual fee of $129 (which is waived for the first year). The card also currently offers a generous 0%p.a. balance transfer for 6 months from non-HSBC credit and store cards (with 2% handling fee).

It also includes free insurance consisting of international travel insurance, extended product warranties, purchase protection and more.

The rewards program features an extensive range of rewards options from entertainment packages, merchandise including electrical through to homewares and wines, car hire, accommodation, cruises and more. Unlimited points earning and redeemable for up to 3 years before expiring - if you spend plenty on the card you will have plenty of options to choose from.

Rates & Fees

Interest Rate Balance Transfer Annual Rate Interest Free
19.99%p.a. 0%6 months $0 55 days

Key Features

  • 1 Reward Point for every $1 that you spend
  • International Travel Insurance, Extended Warranty, Guaranteed Pricing, Purchase Protection and Transit Accident insurance at no extra cost
  • Personal Concierge Service
  • Priorty 24-hour Customer Service
  • Interest free purchases of up to 5 years at over 1,000 participating retail outlets across Australia

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • 0% p.a. on balance transfers for the first 6 months
  • No annual fee for the first year ($129 after)
  • Free additional cardholders
  • Comprehensive Insurance Package
  • Interest free purchases available from select retailers

Cons

  • 2% handling fee applies to balance transfers

Review

Editors Review

Rating
3.5 out of 5 stars

HSBC's Platinum card offers great rewards point earning opportunity but only for their own program. It does feature an extensive range however - check out the rewards progam here to confirm before applying for the card.

It also offers interest free purchases up to 5 years at over 1,000 retailers in Australia - a very useful platinum benefit

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Application Criteria

  • You must be at least 18 years of age
  • You must have a Good Credit History
  • You must be a Permanent Resident or Australian Citizen
  • $60,000 Minimum Income Required

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Terms and Conditions

Credit provided by HSBC Bank Australia Limited ABN 48 006 434 162 ACL 232595. Offer available to new, approved HSBC credit card holders who apply by 31/03/2012. Fees, charges, terms