DBS Credit Cards

Whether you seek rebates, shopping deals, flyer miles and rewards or an affordable student card, DBS offers a host of credit card options to choose from. Compare DBS bank credit cards and choose the one that best suits your needs, lifestyle and preferences.

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Name	Product	Reward	Cashback Offer	Annual Fee	Min Income - Singaporean and PR
DBS Woman's Card		Up to 5X DBS Points (or 10 miles) per S$5 spent on online and overseas purchases	Get S$150 cashback when you apply online and meet minimum spend requirements.	S$0 annual fee for the first 1 year and S$160.50 thereafter	S$30,000	Get S$150 cashback when you sign up by 31 January 2021. T&Cs apply.	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
POSB Everyday Card		Enjoy up to 8% cash rebates on daily essentials such as groceries and online food delivery	Get S$150 cashback when you apply now!	S$0 annual fee for the first 1 year and S$192.60 thereafter	S$30,000	Get S$150 cashback when you sign up by 31 January 2021. T&Cs apply.	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
DBS Altitude Card		Earn up to 4 miles per S$1 spend, with no expiry	Get up to 48,000 miles or up to S$200 cashback when you apply by 31 January 2021.	S$0 annual fee for the first 1 year and S$192.60 thereafter	S$30,000	Get up to 48,000 miles or up to S$200 cashback when you sign up by 31 January 2021. T&Cs apply. Get fee waiver for the first year and up to S$192.60 thereafter, with 10,000 bonus miles.	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
DBS Live Fresh Card		Up to 5% cashback on online and contactless spend (including SimplyGo rides)	Get S$150 cashback when you apply now!	S$0 annual fee for the first 1 year and S$192.60 thereafter	S$30,000	Get S$150 cashback when you sign up by 31 January 2021. T&Cs apply.	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
DBS Live Fresh Student Card		Get 5% cashback from your favourite brands and your favourite music, movies and TV streaming services.	5% cashback on McDonald’s, McDelivery, Starbucks, Golden Village and your favourite music, movies & TV series streaming services.	S$0 annual fee for the first 5 years and S$192.60 thereafter	N/A	Get 5% cashback from your favourite brands and your favourite music, movies and TV streaming services.	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...

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What does DBS offer?

DBS, which has used this brand name since 2003 instead of the original Development Bank of Singapore, offers a wide array of credit cards in Singapore. For example:

• If you are seeking cashbacks and rebates you can choose from among the POSB Everyday Card, the DBS Black Visa Card and the DBS Live Fresh Card.
• Those wanting to earn air miles or get access to travel deals can opt for the DBS Altitude Cards, DBS Woman’s Card and Woman’s World Card.
• DBS grocery and shopping cards like the DBS Takashimaya Card present you with a delicious dilemma on which card to pick for shopping deals
• For online shopping, the DBS Live Fresh Card, DBS Woman’s Card and the DBS Woman’s World Card are all options to consider.

To help you sort through the options, we’ve categorized them into different types, so read on to find out more.

What types of DBS credit cards are available?

From student cards with no income requirement to privilege-laden travel and rewards cards, DBS has a broad range of credit cards to pick from. The co-branded lifestyle cards such as the DBS NUS Alumni Card, DBS NUSS Card and SAFRA DBS Card can come with exclusive privileges, rewards and rebates, including annual fee waivers.

Cashback or rebate credit cards

• • If cashbacks and rebates on everyday expenses is what you want, the POSB Everyday Card is one option to consider. In addition to double-digit rebates on dining and on petrol purchases at Singapore Petroleum Company (SPC), you can also earn rebates on groceries, utilities and shopping.
  • The DBS Live Fresh Card offers up to 5% cashback for online shopping and shopping via mobile apps, and when using Visa payWave, Apple Pay, Google Pay or Samsung pay, subject to a monthly minimum spend of S$600 per month.

Travel and air miles credit cards

• • With DBS Altitude Cards you can earn miles on a range of purchases both locally and overseas. Complimentary add-ons include access to Global Airport Lounges and travel accident insurance up to S$1 million.

Rewards credit cards

• • Some of DBS’ rewards cards include:
    • DBS Woman’s Card
    • DBS Woman’s World Card
    • DBS Takashimaya Visa Card
    • DBS Takashimaya American Express Card
    • DBS Esso Card
    • DBS NUSS Card
    • DBS NUS Alumni Card
  • The DBS Woman’s Card and the Woman’s World Card let you earn flyer miles or DBS points for a range of purchases. With both cards you can also convert some large purchases into 12-month instalment plans free of interest.
  • With the DBS Woman’s World Card you can also earn DBS Points for every S$5 spent when shopping overseas.
  • The DBS Takashimaya cards – both the American Express and Visa cards – earn Takashimaya Bonus Points for spend at the Takashimaya Department Store. You can redeem your points for Takashimaya gift vouchers.

Grocery and shopping credit cards

• • DBS has a number of credit cards that offer shopping and grocery deals. These include:
    • DBS Black Visa Card
    • DBS Woman’s World Card
    • DBS Woman’s Card
    • DBS Altitude Visa Signature Card
    • DBS Takashimaya American Express Card
    • DBS Live Fresh Card
    • DBS Esso Card

Petrol credit cards

• • With the DBS Esso Card your discounts at Esso sites can add up to double digits with instant fuel discounts and additional discounts. You can also receive fuel savings when you convert Smiles Points earned on dining, shopping and other spending on your Esso Card.

Student credit card

• • DBS Live Fresh Student Card comes with 5 years annual fee waiver and gives you the opportunity to earn up to 5% cashback when spending at certain brands including McDonald’s, Golden Village and more. There is no minimum income requirement for this card.

Lifestyle credit cards

• • The exclusive lifestyle cards offered in collaboration with SAFRA, the recreation facilities for the armed services, and the National University of Singapore (NUS) offer benefits like exclusive privileges, fee waivers and rebates on online and offline purchases and other spending.
  • The DBS SAFRA Card privileges include access to SAFRA Clubhouse gyms, entertainment and swimming pools. You can also earn SAFRAPOINTS.
  • The DBS NUS Alumni Card lets you support students of NUS by way of bursaries and awards each time you spend. It also comes loaded with dining, shopping, entertainment and wellness privileges both on campus and around the country.
  • The DBS NUSS Card waives your annual fee for as long as you remain a member of the NUS Society. You can also earn DBS Rewards Points when you spend at NUSS food and beverage (F&B) outlets and more.

What benefits can I get with a DBS credit card?

Rewards

• • DBS offers a variety of rewards on its different credit cards including vouchers from Takashimaya Department Store, discounts on Esso Synergy fuel purchases and DBS Points. DBS Bank also allows some cardholders to convert DBS Points to air miles in programs like KrisFlyer and Asia Miles. Refer to the DBS Rewards Catalogue for the many exciting options to redeeming your rewards points.

Complimentary extras

• • The DBS Lifestyle App makes shopping, dining and travel more rewarding. Use it to download mobile coupons or redeem your rewards in a jiffy.
  • Use DBS FasTrack to order food with your DBS or POSB credit card and avoid waiting in line.

Easy and convenient mobile and digital payments

• • You can pay for your card transactions using DBS MasterPass, EZ-Pay, Visa Checkout, Visa payWave, Apple Pay, Google Pay or Samsung pay.
  • With DBS Recurring Bill Payments you can pay multiple bills easily, saving you time and earning reward points in the process.
  • You can make credit card payments via digibank, digibank Mobile, the DBS Lifestyle App, SMS banking, or through DBS/POSB ATMs, Video Teller Machines (VTMs), through AXS Stations via AXS e-Station, AXS m-Station and AXS QuickBill, by interbank Giro and by cheque.

Security

• • EMV (Europay, MasterCard, Visa) chips in DBS Credit cards offer enhanced security against fraud.
  • Enable or disable the card for overseas use to give you more control over how your card can be used.
  • One Time Passwords (OTP) can make online transactions more secure.
  • SMS Notification Alerts. This function allows you to customise thresholds for transactions, and you’ll receive an alert if those thresholds are exceeded.

How can I apply for a DBS credit card?

Follow the steps below to apply for a DBS credit card. Note that the exact application requirements and process will differ depending on the specific card you’re applying for:

1. Compare the various DBS credit card options, reviewing their privileges, benefits and costs.
2. Select the credit card that best suits you, considering your lifestyle, credit needs, spending patterns, income and circumstances.
3. Check the eligibility criteria for your chosen credit card to ensure that you meet those requirements. Eligibility criteria may vary from card to card, especially income levels, but you can expect the following:
   • Age. You must be at least 21 years of age
   • Income. With the exception of students, you generally need to have a minimum annual income of S$30,000 for Singapore citizens or Singapore Permanent Resident (SPRs) and S$45,000 for foreign nationals.
   • Supporting documents and information you will need to submit.
     For salaried:
     • A photocopy of your National Registration Identity Card (NRIC), front and back, AND
     • Latest 12-month Central Provident Fund (CPF) contribution history statement AND
     • Computerised payslips for the last three months OR
     • Latest Income Tax Notice of Assessment OR
     • POSB or DBS account number if your salary has been credited to this account for the last three months via Giro.
     For self-employed or fully commissioned:
     • A photocopy of your NRIC (front and back) AND
     • Latest 2 years Income Tax Notices of Assessment
     For commission or variable income earners:
     • A photocopy of your NRIC (front and back) AND
     • Latest 12 months CPF contribution history OR
     • Latest Income Tax Notice of Assessment
     Foreign nationals:
     • Valid Passport with 6 months’ validity AND
     • Employment Pass with at least 6 months’ validity AND
     • Latest computerised payslip or salary crediting Singapore dollar account with DBS/POSB account AND
     • Most recent Income Tax Notice of Assessment where available
     • If employment is less than three months, a company letter dated within three months of application that certifies employment and your salary in Singapore dollars.
4. Once you have all the documents and information lined up, click the “Go to site” button to be taken to a secure application page.
5. Provide the required details and documents.
6. Submit your online application. You should allow 5-7 working days for processing your application. There will be delays if your application was not submitted with the required documents or the information was incomplete.

Frequently asked questions about DBS credit cards

• What can I use my DBS Points for?

  You may redeem your DBS Points for a host of rewards including movie tickets, dining vouchers, home appliances and spa treatments.

• When do my DBS Points expire?

  DBS Points are time-limited and expire one year from the quarterly period in which you earned them.

• What do I do if my credit card is lost or stolen?

  You should report the stolen or lost credit card immediately. DBS will cancel it and arrange to send you a new card. After you report your lost or stolen card you will not be held liable for fraudulent transactions that are made using your card. You can report lost or stolen cards to these numbers:

  • In Singapore: 1800 339 6963
  • From overseas: (65) 6339 6963

• How do I cancel my DBS credit card?

  You can cancel your credit card yourself using the DBS Digital Services Page. Just click the “Cancel Card or Cashline Account” link under the Card & Cashline Services accordion and you can either use the Virtual Assistant or login with your card number and PIN.

  For security reasons, you should cut your credit cards in half and dispose of them separately. Your monthly statement will inform you of any outstanding balances on your account until the full balance has been paid off.

• I damaged my card, how do I get a replacement?

  You can request replacement of your damaged cards online using the Digital Services Page. Just click the “Replace Card” button and submit your request. You will receive your replacement Credit Card & PIN separately within 3 to 5 working days from the requested date.

• If I forget the PIN on my credit card, can I get a new one?

  You can reset your forgotten PIN instantly via internet banking, the DBS/POSB Digibank App or the DBS website.

  • DBS/POSB Internet Banking:

  Login to Internet Banking, choose Cards and Reset Card PIN

  • DBS/POSB Digibank app:

  Login to Digibank App, choose Card Services and Reset Card PIN

  • If you don’t use DBS Internet or Mobile Banking services, you can reset your PIN using the DBS Bank website.