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FIRST Business Credit Card

Business expense management just got smarter

Annual fee
₹999
Forex markup
1.99%
Lounges (Dom/Intl)
2 / —
Welcome benefit

Is this card worth it for you?

Drag the sliders to match your spend. The number on the right updates live.

Monthly spend₹50,000
% on travel15%
% on dining10%

Remaining 75% goes on everything else (groceries, utilities, online shopping). Earning rate: 0.17% travel · 0.17% dining · 0.17% base.

Net steady-state return
₹21 /year
0.17% effective · ₹999 fee
Annual reward earned₹1,020
Annual fee−₹999
Joining fee (year 1 only)−₹499
Marginal — close to break-even.

You need around ₹48,971/month at this category mix to actually beat the fee. If your real spend is below that, look at a lifetime-free alternative.

vs Kotak Biz Edge Credit Card

At ₹50,000/month with 15% travel and 10% dining.

Metric
FIRST Business Credit Card
Kotak Biz Edge Credit Card
Annual fee
₹999
₹999
Annual reward
₹1,020
₹10,020
Net /year (steady)
₹21
₹10,020
Forex markup
1.99%
3.5%

Tools for FIRST Business Credit Card holders

Frequently asked

Is the FIRST Business Credit Card worth the ₹999 fee?

It depends on your spend. The FIRST Business Credit Card earns 0.17% base reward. Use the break-even calculator above to see your specific number.

What is the eligibility for FIRST Business Credit Card?

IDFC First hasn't published a hard minimum income for FIRST Business Credit Card. Approval depends on credit score, existing relationship, and employment type.

What is the forex markup on FIRST Business Credit Card?

FIRST Business Credit Card charges 1.99% forex markup on international transactions.

Verified 38 days agolikelySource: www.idfcfirst.bank.in

Reward rates and fees are sourced from IDFC First's product page and may change. Always confirm with the card issuer before applying.