Mastercard Imperio

Joining Fee

Free

Annual Fee

Rs. 0 (Reversed on annual spends of Rs. 2 Lakhs)

Forex Markup

3.5% + GST

INTERNATIONAL

Late Payment Charges

2.5% of the outstanding amount · Minimum ₹500

Rewards
Lifestyle
Shopping
Best For: Grocery shoppers, Utility bill payers, Movie goers, Federal Bank account holders

Mastercard Imperio

Rewards Structure

Base Reward Rate

1% on spends

Point Value

1 Point = ₹0.25

Earning Cap

₹5,000 /monthly

Points Validity

24 Months

Pros

  • Lifetime free - no joining or annual fee
  • 3x rewards on healthcare and grocery spends
  • 2x rewards on utility bill payments
  • Complimentary domestic lounge access on quarterly spend milestone
  • BOGO movie ticket offer at INOX once a quarter
  • BigBasket vouchers on quarterly spend milestone
  • 1% fuel surcharge waiver
  • Welcome Amazon Pay e-Voucher worth Rs.400
  • Dynamic APR starting from 1.99% p.m. linked to banking relationship

Cons

  • Lounge access requires minimum quarterly spend of INR 40,000
  • BigBasket vouchers require quarterly spend of Rs.50,000
  • APR can go up to 3.75% p.m. depending on banking relationship

Hidden Catches (Transparency Policy)

To build trust with our users, we highlight the fine print that issuers often tuck away in policy documents.

Lounge access in next quarter only if INR 40,000 spent in current quarter

APR is dynamic and depends on AMB in operative account (1.99% to 3.75% p.m.)

Key Benefits & Features

Detailed benefits inside

Eligibility Criteria

Min. Annual Income

₹3.0 Lakhs

Age Requirement

21+ Years

Occupation

SALARIED

Required Documents

IDENTITY Proof

PAN Card
Aadhaar Card

These details are based on information updated on . Fees and benefits change often - confirm on the issuer's own page before applying.

About Mastercard Imperio

The Federal Bank Mastercard Imperio Credit Card is a lifetime-free card with no joining or annual membership fee, designed to reward everyday spending across essential categories. Built around a distinctive 3-2-1 rewards structure, cardholders earn 3x rewards on healthcare and grocery purchases, 2x rewards on utility payments such as electricity, gas, and mobile bills, and 1x rewards on all other spends. This tiered approach makes it particularly well-suited for families managing regular household expenses. New cardholders are welcomed with an Amazon Pay e-Voucher worth ₹400 upon spending ₹5,000 within the first 30 days. Ongoing lifestyle perks include complimentary domestic airport lounge access for those who spend ₹40,000 or more in a quarter, a quarterly BOGO movie ticket offer at INOX cinemas worth up to ₹100, and complimentary BigBasket vouchers on quarterly spends of ₹50,000. Cardholders also benefit from a 1% fuel surcharge waiver at fuel stations across India and access to attractive cashback offers through the Federal Bank Mastercard Shop Perks program. The card features a competitive dynamic Annual Percentage Rate starting from 1.99% per month, linked to the cardholder's banking relationship with Federal Bank. This makes the Imperio an appealing all-round card for Federal Bank account holders seeking meaningful rewards on daily spending alongside valuable lifestyle privileges.

Expert Review

Our Verdict

Lifetime free Mastercard with 3-2-1 rewards, lounge access, movie & grocery perks for everyday spends.

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