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IDFC First · Visa

FIRST Select Credit Card

Celebrate every milestone with the perfect card

Annual fee
Lifetime free
Forex markup
1.99%
Lounges (Dom/Intl)
4 / 0
Welcome benefit
₹500

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: 0.38% travel · 0.38% dining · 0.38% base.

Net steady-state return
₹2,280 /year
0.38% effective · ₹0 fee
Annual reward earned₹2,280
Welcome benefit (year 1)One-time₹500
Annual fee−₹0
Strong fit at this spend.

After fees, you're earning real money on this card. The break-even moves with your category mix — pull travel up if you fly more, dining if you eat out.

vs Amazon Pay ICICI

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

Metric
FIRST Select Credit Card
Amazon Pay ICICI
Annual fee
₹0
₹0
Annual reward
₹2,280
₹6,000
Net /year (steady)
₹2,280
₹6,000
Forex markup
1.99%

Tools for FIRST Select Credit Card holders

Frequently asked

Is the FIRST Select Credit Card worth the ₹0 fee?

It depends on your spend. The FIRST Select Credit Card earns 0.38% base reward. Use the break-even calculator above to see your specific number.

What is the eligibility for FIRST Select Credit Card?

IDFC First typically requires a minimum income of ₹12,00,000/year for the FIRST Select Credit Card.

What is the forex markup on FIRST Select Credit Card?

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

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