Regalia First Credit Card

Joining Fee

₹1,000

Annual Fee

Rs. 1000 (Reversed on annual spends of Rs. 1 Lakhs)

Forex Markup

2% + GST

INTERNATIONAL
Rewards
Lifestyle
Travel
Best For: Frequent diners, Moderate spenders seeking reward points, Those wanting travel insurance benefits, Utility bill payers

Regalia First Credit Card

Rewards Structure

Base Reward Rate

3% on spends

Point Value

1 Point = ₹0.3

Earning Cap

₹25,000 /monthly

Pros

  • Low foreign currency markup of 2%
  • Bonus reward points on milestone spends
  • Comprehensive insurance protection including air accident and overseas hospitalization
  • Dining savings up to 20% via Swiggy Dineout
  • Renewal fee waiver on ₹1 lakh annual spend
  • Fuel surcharge waiver at all fuel stations

Cons

  • New applications currently unavailable
  • Airport lounge access discontinued from December 1, 2023
  • 5% CashBack on utility/tax payments only in first year
  • Reward points capped at 25,000 per statement cycle
  • No reward points on wallet, EMI, and petrol spends (effective September 1, 2024)

Hidden Catches (Transparency Policy)

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

Rent payment and education transactions do not earn reward points (from January 1, 2023)

Grocery reward points capped at 2,000 per month

Travel reward points redemption capped at 50,000 points per month

Flights and hotel redemptions on SmartBuy capped at 70% of booking value via reward points

Fuel surcharge waiver capped at ₹500 per statement cycle

Key Benefits & Features

50 days interest-free credit period.

Pre-approved loans and cash withdrawal facility available.

Eligibility Criteria

Min. Annual Income

₹3.0 Lakhs

Occupation

SALARIEDSELF_EMPLOYED

Required Documents

IDENTITY Proof

PAN Card
Aadhaar Card

INCOME Proof

Salary Slips
Form 16

Notable Exclusions

No reward points on wallet transactions.No reward points on EMI transactions.No reward points on petrol/fuel transactions.No reward points on rent payment transactions.No reward points on education-related transactions.Grocery reward points capped at 2,000 per month.

*Exclusions may apply to EMI transactions, fuel, and wallet reloads based on current bank policy.

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

About Regalia First Credit Card

The HDFC Bank Regalia First Credit Card is a rewards and lifestyle-focused card designed for individuals who want to earn meaningful benefits on everyday spending. Cardholders earn 3 Reward Points for every ₹150 spent on retail purchases, with bonus points awarded for higher annual spends — 7,500 bonus points on ₹6 lakh in annual spends and an additional 5,000 bonus points on ₹9 lakh spent within an anniversary year. Reward Points can be redeemed for flight and hotel bookings via SmartBuy, exciting gifts from an exclusive rewards catalogue, or converted into AirMiles with leading domestic and international airlines. Beyond rewards, the card delivers strong lifestyle value through exclusive dining privileges, including up to 20% savings at 20,000+ restaurants via Swiggy Dineout, and a 1% fuel surcharge waiver across fuel stations in India. Utility bill payments through HDFC Bank's SmartPay service offer assured cashback and e-vouchers, making everyday expenses more rewarding. The card also includes comprehensive protection benefits such as accidental air death cover worth ₹50 lakh, emergency overseas hospitalization coverage up to ₹10 lakh, and lost card liability cover of up to ₹5 lakh. With a joining and annual fee of ₹1,000, the renewal fee is waived upon spending ₹1 lakh or more in a year, adding excellent long-term value for moderate to frequent spenders.

Expert Review

Our Verdict

Feature-rich rewards card with bonus points, dining benefits & insurance; new applications currently unavailable.

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