Synopsis: The IndiGo IDFC FIRST Dual Credit Card offers benefits that are focused on travel and lifestyle spendings. This card is also a wise choice for the international traveller because of its low forex markup. This guide covers all the key benefits and card related fees and charges.
The IndiGo IDFC FIRST Dual Credit Card is a novel introduction aimed towards mostly travel benefits and reward earning. The dual credit card feature translates to the issuance of both Mastercard and RuPay. The catchy part in this is that both the cards share almost most of the features such as statements, and limits. Read below to learn more about the benefits and other perks that come along with this card..
IndiGo IDFC FIRST Dual Credit Card:
| Feature | Details |
| Joining Fee | ₹4,999 + taxes (for unsecured) |
| Annual Fee | ₹4,999 + taxes (from 2nd year) |
| Network | Mastercard + RuPay |
| Reward in | IndiGo BluChips |
| Forex Markup | 1.49% |
What Does The Dual Card Mean?
Usually banks ask you to choose between networks but in this case the IDFC FIRST issues both cards.
- Mastercard: This variant is best for international travel along with huge online transactions and has a global acceptance.
- RuPay: In Rupay version the most attractive benefit is that you can link your credit card to UPI apps to earn rewards even on merchant scans.
- Unified Account: This means both the cards share the same credit limit, same statement, and a combined reward pool.
Reward Structure: Earning BluChips
The card focuses on IndiGo’s new loyalty structure, BluChips, which replaced the older 6E Rewards points.
- Up to 22 BluChips per ₹100 (6 base chips + up to 16 based on your IndiGo membership tier) when booking via IndiGo’s website or app.
- 3 BluChips per ₹100 in dining, entertainment, and other categories.
- 0.5 BluChips per ₹100 on UPI, fuel, insurance, rent, and utility payments.
- Redemption: BluChips can be redeemed for IndiGo flight tickets with no blackout dates.
Welcome & Milestone Benefits
- Joining bonus of 5,000 BluChips voucher and 1 complimentary 6E Eats meal voucher (for the paid variant) is provided
- Activation bonus of 3,000 BluChips voucher on spending ₹1 Lakh within the first 90 days.
- Earn an additional 5,000 BluChips voucher at every spend milestone respectively – ₹2L, ₹5L, ₹8L, ₹10L, and ₹12L.
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The Secured Variant: Fixed Deposit (FD) backed version
IDFC bank has made it easy for people who want to opt for FD backed credit cards. These versions of cards often come with a slightly higher credit limit. Applicants can get this card by opening an FD of ₹1 Lakh or more. In the secured version the joining fee of ₹4,999 is waived for the first year and will be needed to be paid from the second year onwards.
The Good (Pros)
- At 1.49%, it beats almost all mid-range travel cards for international spending.
- Up to ₹25,000 protection against non-refundable flight/hotel cancellations (twice a year).
- Earning rewards on UPI scans via the RuPay card is a major convenience.
- 4 complimentary golf rounds and 12 lessons annually (via Mastercard).
The Bad (Cons)
- No Lounge Access: A significant miss for a Premium travel card with a ₹5,000 fee.
- Restrictive Rewards: BluChips are only useful if you fly IndiGo; they cannot be converted to cash or other miles.
- High Milestone Targets: To truly get value for the fee, you need to spend at least ₹2L–5L annually.
Is it worth it?
- Yes if you prefer mostly IndiGo and frequently travel internationally (to use the low forex fee), or want a high-limit card against an FD to build credit.
- No if you are seeking airport lounge access or prefer flexible reward points that can be transferred to multiple airlines and hotels.
Conclusion
The IndiGo IDFC FIRST Dual Credit Card is quite a unique offering by Indigo and IDFC for the current market. Its dual feature makes it a great choice for domestic UPI users and the low forex markup caters to the budget friendly international traveller. However, the absence of lounge access benefits makes it feel a little less premium than competitors. If you spend enough on IndiGo once in a while and can hit the milestones then the rewards easily outweigh the fee.
FAQs
A. No. You will receive a single statement for all transactions made across both cards.
A. As of now the BluChips are primarily for redemption against IndiGo flight bookings.
A. No. The Annual Fee applies from the second year onwards for all users.
A. Yes, the Mastercard version provides 4 complimentary golf rounds and 12 golf lessons annually.
A. This appears to be a conscious choice by IDFC and IndiGo to keep the reward rates and milestone bonuses high.
Written by Kenbi Riba
