Visa credit cards

Comparison of Visa credit card rates, fees, and features.

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Updated 9 Jan 2025   |   Rates updated regularly

Comparing of 18 Visa credit cards

NAB Low Rate Card (Cashback Offer)

Balance transfer

N/A

Purchase rate

13.49% p.a. ongoing

Interest-free days

55 days

Annual fee

$59.00 p.a. ongoing

Highlights

  • Receive $300 cashback when you spend $1,500 on purchases within 90 days from account opening.
  • With a low annual fee of $59, this card helps keep your costs manageable.
  • Apply online in minutes and get a response in 60 seconds.

Pros

  • Earn a $300 cashback when you meet the criteria
  • The card has a variable purchase rate of 13.49% p.a.
  • Add a cardholder at no extra cost.
  • The credit limit starts at $1,000, making it a good option for those seeking a manageable starting limit.
  • Unlock exclusive offers on shows, events, and movies with your Visa Credit Card.
  • Includes Fraud protection.
  • Compatible with Apple Pay, Google Pay, Fitbit Pay, Garmin Pay and Samsung Pay.

Cons

  • This card doesn’t have a rewards program, but it may suit those who prefer a straightforward, no-frills option.
  • There is no complimentary insurance, which is typical for a low-rate credit card, but it could still be a good option if you're looking for a low-cost choice.
St.George Vertigo Visa

Apply by 30 April 2025

St.George Vertigo Visa

Balance transfer

24 months at 0% p.a.

Purchase rate

13.99% p.a. ongoing

Interest-free days

55 days

Annual fee

$55.00 p.a. ongoing

Highlights

  • Benefit from a 24-month 0% interest period on Balance Transfers, with a 1% balance transfer fee. Afterward, it switches to a cash advance rate of 21.99% p.a.
  • Enjoy a low variable interest rate of 13.99% p.a. on purchases.
  • The annual fee remains low at $55 p.a.

Pros

  • 0% p.a. for 24 months on balance transfers.
  • 13.99% p.a. low variable interest rate on purchases.
  • Low annual fee of $55 p.a.

Cons

  • Balance transfer rate reverts to 21.99% p.a. after 24 months.
  • There is a 1% BT fee.
  • There is no rewards program for this card.
St.George Amplify Signature Credit Card (Qantas)

Balance transfer

N/A

Purchase rate

20.99% p.a. ongoing

Interest-free days

55 days

Annual fee

$295.00 p.a. ongoing

Highlights

  • Receive up to 80,000 bonus Qantas Points upon spending $6,000 on eligible purchases within 90 days from card approval. Exclusions apply.
  • Earn 0.75 Qantas points per $1 spent on eligible transactions.
  • Benefit from complimentary overseas travel insurance for up to 6 months.

Pros

  • The 80,000 bonus Qantas Points.
  • Enjoy 2 Qantas lounge passes every year.
  • Includes complimentary overseas travel insurance for up to 6 months

Cons

  • The annual fee of $295 p.a.
NAB StraightUp Credit Card

Balance transfer

N/A

Purchase rate

0% p.a. ongoing

Interest-free days

N/A

Annual fee

$0.00 p.a. ongoing

Highlights

  • Get the newest credit card from NAB - simple, cheap and most of all no interest charges!
  • No Use, No Pay. If you don't use your NAB StraightUp credit card during the whole statement period, the monthly fee will be reversed. No surprise charges!
  • Use your card to pay foreign currency and enjoy no foreign transaction fees!
  • Predictable fixed minimum payments based on your credit limit, giving you certainty of what to pay each month.

Pros

  • Charges a monthly fee based on your selected credit limit.
  • The monthly fee will be reversed if you do not have any outstanding balance or purchase.
  • No interest charges or other fees, including foreign currency fees and late payment fees.

Cons

  • No rewards program for this card.
  • No balance transfers or cash advances.
NAB Rewards Signature Credit Card

Balance transfer

12 months at 0% p.a.

Purchase rate

20.99% p.a. ongoing

Interest-free days

44 days

Annual fee

$288.00 p.a. ongoing

Highlights

  • Earn 3 NAB Reward Points on all purchases made online with Webjet.
  • Earn 1.5 NAB Reward Points on every $1 spend on eligible purchases.
  • No cap on the number of points you can earn, although the earn rate reduces to 0.5 points on spend above $15,000 in a statement period.
  • No foreign transaction fees on purchases or when shopping from overseas online stores.

Pros

  • Transfer points from NAB Rewards to Flybuys, Velocity Frequent Flyer, KrisFlyer, Asia Miles, Airpoints, or Accor Live Limitless.
  • Points can be redeemed for cashback, gift cards, and travel with Webjet.
  • Use points to shop the NAB Rewards Store.
  • Mobile insurance covering accidental damage and theft.
  • International and domestic travel insurance.
  • Access to select airport lounges if your flight is delayed by 60 minutes or more.
  • Comes with Purchase Protection and Extended Warranty insurance for added peace of mind.
  • 0% p.a. on balance transfers for 12 months.
  • Credit limits start from $15,000, which is more than enough for most.
  • Free additional cardholder, meaning you can put more spend through the card.
  • 24/7 access to the NAB Concierge Service for reservations and assistance.

Cons

  • There is a 3% balance transfer fee, which can be added to the balance.
  • Instead of an annual fee, there is a monthly fee, which is waived if you spend more than $5,000 in the statement period.
  • Up to 44 interest-free days when you pay the statement in full, which is on the low side.
  • Qantas Frequent Flyer is not a transfer partner.
  • Purchase rates are on the high side, if you carry a balance.
St.George Amplify Signature Credit Card (Amplify)

Apply by 30 April 2025

St.George Amplify Signature Credit Card (Amplify)

Balance transfer

N/A

Purchase rate

20.99% p.a. ongoing

Interest-free days

55 days

Annual fee

$199.00 for 1st year

Highlights

  • Up to 150,000 Bonus Amplify Rewards Points earned upon spending $12,000 on eligible purchases within the first 12 months from card approval.
  • Initial card fee of $199 for the first year ($295 p.a. thereafter).
  • Comes with complimentary overseas travel insurance coverage for up to 6 months.

Pros

  • The 150,000 bonus Amplify Rewards Points.
  • Save $96 with the $199 card fee for the first year.
  • Enjoy 2 complimentary Priority Pass lounge visits each year when you enroll in Priority Pass.
  • Comes with concierge services.

Cons

  • After the initial year, the annual fee is $295 p.a.
  • There is no promotional balance transfer offer at the moment.
BankSA Vertigo Credit Card

Apply by 30 April 2025

BankSA Vertigo Credit Card

Balance transfer

24 months at 0% p.a.

Purchase rate

13.99% p.a. ongoing

Interest-free days

55 days

Annual fee

$55.00 p.a. ongoing

Highlights

  • Receive up to $500 cashback on your supermarket purchase or benefit from 0% interest for 24 months on Balance Transfers with a 1% balance transfer fee. Reverts to a cash advance rate of 21.99% p.a.
  • Enjoy a low variable interest rate of 13.99% p.a. on purchases.
  • 55 days interest-free on purchases.

Pros

  • Get 10% cashback on your supermarket shop or 0% p.a. for 24 months on balance transfers.
  • 13.99% p.a. low variable interest rate on purchases.
  • Up to 55 days interest-free on purchases.

Cons

  • Balance transfer rate reverts to 21.99% p.a. after 24 months.
  • There is a 1% BT fee.
  • There are no rewards program for this card.
ANZ Low Rate Credit Card

Balance transfer

30 months at 0% p.a.

Purchase rate

13.74% p.a. ongoing

Interest-free days

55 days

Annual fee

$0.00 for 1st year

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.

NAB Low Fee Credit Card

Balance transfer

12 months at 0% p.a.

Purchase rate

20.99% p.a. ongoing

Interest-free days

44 days

Annual fee

$30.00 p.a. ongoing

Highlights

  • Receive $200 cashback when you spend $1,500 on purchases within 90 days from account opening.
  • Get 0% p.a. on balance transfers for 12 months with a 3% fee, reverting to a 21.74% p.a. cash advance rate—a useful option for consolidating debt.
  • A low $30 annual fee makes it affordable for budget-conscious cardholders.

Pros

  • Earn a $200 cashback when you meet the criteria.
  • Apply online in minutes and get a response in 60 seconds.
  • Get an additional cardholder at no extra cost.
  • The credit limit starts at $1,000, making it a good option for those seeking a manageable starting limit
  • The Complimentary Purchase Protection Insurance allows you to shop with confidence.
  • Unlock exclusive offers on shows, events, and movies with your Visa Credit Card.
  • Includes Fraud protection.
  • Compatible with Apple Pay, Google Pay, Fitbit Pay, Garmin Pay and Samsung Pay.

Cons

  • As a low-fee credit card, it doesn't earn rewards.
  • Ongoing interest on purchases and cash advances is not low.
  • There’s a 3% balance transfer fee and shorter BT periods compared to other cards.
Bank of Melbourne Vertigo Visa

Apply by 30 April 2025

Bank of Melbourne Vertigo Visa

Balance transfer

24 months at 0% p.a.

Purchase rate

13.99% p.a. ongoing

Interest-free days

55 days

Annual fee

$55.00 p.a. ongoing

Highlights

  • Enjoy 0% for 24 months on Balance Transfers with a 1% balance transfer fee. Reverts to cash advance rate of 21.99% p.a.
  • 13.99% p.a. low variable interest rate on purchases.
  • Low annual fee of $55 p.a.

Pros

  • 0% p.a. for 24 months on balance transfers.
  • 13.99% p.a. low variable interest rate on purchases.
  • Low annual fee of $55 p.a.

Cons

  • Balance transfer rate reverts to 21.99% p.a. after 24 months.
  • There is a 1% BT fee.
  • There is no rewards program for this card.
St.George No Annual Fee Credit Card

Balance transfer

N/A

Purchase rate

20.74% p.a. ongoing

Interest-free days

55 days

Annual fee

$0.00 p.a. ongoing

Highlights

  • No annual fee requirement for the duration of card ownership.
  • Experience up to 55 days interest-free on purchases.
  • Benefit from a low minimum credit limit.

Pros

  • No annual fee for life.
  • Up to 55 days interest-free.
  • As low $500 credit limit.

Cons

  • No rewards program for this card.
  • Ongoing rates are not low.
bcu Classic Credit Card

Balance transfer

N/A

Purchase rate

11.95% p.a. ongoing

Interest-free days

52 days

Annual fee

$45.00 p.a. ongoing

Highlights

  • Get a low variable interest rate of 11.95% p.a. purchases.
  • Includes 24-hour fraud monitoring.
  • Enjoy up to 52 days interest-free days.

Pros

  • Competitive interest rate on purchases.
  • Supports Visa payWave.
  • Low minimum credit limit of $500.
  • Get up to $20,000 credit limit.

Cons

  • There is no rewards program for this card.
bcu Rewards Credit Card

Balance transfer

N/A

Purchase rate

13.05% p.a. ongoing

Interest-free days

52 days

Annual fee

$89.00 p.a. ongoing

Highlights

  • Get a low variable interest rate of 13.05% p.a. for purchases.
  • Earn 0.66% cash back on every $1 spent on eligible transactions.
  • Enjoy up to 52 days interest-free days.

Pros

  • Competitive interest rate on purchases.
  • Earn cash back on eligible transactions.
  • Has 24-hour fraud monitoring and supports Visa payWave.

Cons

  • There is no sign-up bonus offer for this card right now.
BOQ Platinum Visa Credit Card

Balance transfer

N/A

Purchase rate

20.74% p.a. ongoing

Interest-free days

55 days

Annual fee

$129.00 p.a. ongoing

Highlights

  • Earn 150,000 bonus Q Rewards points when you spend $3,000 on eligible transactions in the first 90 days from approval.
  • Enjoy 0% p.a. on balance transfers for 14 months with no balance transfer fee. Reverts to cash advance rate of 21.74% p.a. after the promotional period.
  • Earn 2 Q Rewards points for every 1 dollar spent on eligible transactions.

Pros

  • Get up to 150,000 Q Rewards points when you meet the criteria.
  • 0% p.a. on balance transfers for 14 months with no balance transfer fee.
  • Get up to 4 additional cardholders at no extra cost.

Cons

  • The $129 p.a. annual fee.
BankVic Qantas Visa Credit Card

Balance transfer

6 months at 8.99% p.a.

Purchase rate

6 months at 8.99% p.a.

Interest-free days

55 days

Annual fee

$0.00 p.a. ongoing

Highlights

  • Get 8.99% p.a. for 6 months on purchases and balance. Reverts to 18.95% p.a. after the promotional period.
  • Enjoy $0 p.a. annual fee.
  • Comes with complimentary overseas travel insurance.

Pros

  • No annual fee.
  • Take advantage of the promotional rate on purchases and balance transfers.
  • Get up to 55 interest-free days on purchases.

Cons

  • There is no ongoing signup bonus promo for this card.
  • The attractive 8.99% introductory purchase interest rate reverts to an ongoing purchase rate of 18.95 after six months.

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