Balance transfer

Save money and get out of debt.

Updated 19 Dec 2024   |   Rates updated regularly

Comparing of 4 Balance transfer

ANZ Low Rate Credit Card

Highlights

  • 0% p.a. for 30 months on balance transfers with a 3% balance transfer fee (then reverts to 21.99% p.a.) Terms and Conditions apply.
  • The first-year annual fee is waived, saving you $58 upfront
  • Offers the option to repay eligible purchases in 3, 6, or 12-month instalments.

Pros

  • Long 0% balance transfer period to tackle existing debt.
  • Get a continuous low rate of 13.74% p.a. on purchases.
  • You can add up to 3 additional cardholders at no extra cost.
  • Offers 24/7 anti-fraud protection, keeping your transactions secure around the clock.
  • The starting credit limit is $1,000, helping you keep your spending in check
  • Compatible with Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, and Garmin Pay.

Cons

  • There is a 3% BT fee.
  • No rewards program, which is expected for a low-rate card focused on affordability
  • No purchase or travel insurance is included.

Virgin Money No Annual Fee Credit Card

Highlights

  • A straightforward card with a $0 annual fee.
  • 0% p.a. for 6 months on purchases (reverts to 19.99% p.a.).
  • Comes with the usual security features such as Fraudshield, Zero Liability policy and more.

Pros

  • No annual fee ever.
  • Up to 4 additional cards, also with a $0 annual fee.
  • Access to promos of merchant partners using the Virgin Money app.
  • Get up to a $100,000 credit limit for big purchases and expenses.

Cons

  • The revert interest rate for purchases is relatively high.
  • There’s no introductory balance transfer offer, but it’s offset by a competitive purchase rate offer.
Qantas Premier Platinum Credit Card

Highlights

  • Earn up to 80,000 bonus Qantas Points. Get 50,000 bonus Qantas Points when you spend $3,000 or more on eligible purchases within 3 months from card approval. Plus, an extra 30,000 bonus points if you haven't earned Qantas Points with a credit card in the past 12 months. Terms and Conditions apply.
  • Get 0% interest on balance transfers for 12 months with a 2% fee, reverting to the cash advance rate afterward.
  • The annual fee is reduced to $349 for the first year, then increases to $399 p.a. thereafter.

Pros

  • Earn up to 80,000 bonus Qantas Points when you meet the criteria.
  • Earn 1.5 points per $1 on international transactions and 1 point on domestic spending.
  • An additional 1 point per whole $1 on selected Qantas products and services.
  • Comes with complimentary travel insurance (cover for Covid-19 included).
  • Get 2 complimentary lounge access every year.
  • Save up to 20% off each year on select Qantas and QantasLink flights within Australia when you book through Qantas Premier Concierge.
  • Compatible with Apple Pay and Google Pay.
  • Safeguard your identity with Mastercard ID Theft Protection™.

Cons

  • The annual fee increases to $399 p.a. after the initial year.
  • Additional card fee costs $50 p.a.
  • There is a 2% balance transfer fee.
HSBC Platinum Credit Card

Highlights

  • Avail of the 0% p.a. on balance transfers for 12 months with a 2% balance transfer fee.
  • Enjoy the first year with no annual fee, then it's $149 per year afterward.
  • Earn 2 Reward Plus points per $1 spent on overseas eligible purchases and 1 Reward Plus point per $1 spent for all other eligible purchases.
  • $6,000 minimum credit limit.

Pros

  • 0% p.a. on balance transfers for 12 months.
  • $0 annual fee for the first year.
  • Enjoy 2 airport lounge passes every year.
  • Benefit from HSBC Instant Savings with exclusive dining and shopping discounts.
  • Includes complimentary travel and purchase protection insurance.
  • Choice of points transfer partners (Asia Miles, KrisFlyer, Velocity Frequent Flyer).

Cons

  • The balance transfer rate reverts to 21.99% p.a. after 12 months.
  • 2% balance transfer fee.
  • The 10,000 points cap per statement period.

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