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HDFC Bank Regalia First Credit Card

Entry-level premium card with Regalia pedigree — travel and lifestyle benefits

Entry PremiumLow ForexLoungeRewards
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Joining Fee
₹1,000 + GST
Annual Fee
₹1,000 + GST
Reward Rate
4 RP/₹150 on all eligible spends; 10X on SmartBuy
Lounge Access
4 domestic + 4 international per year
Forex Markup
2%
Fuel Waiver
1%
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Key Features & Benefits
  • 4 Reward Points per ₹150 on all eligible retail spends
  • 10X Reward Points on SmartBuy
  • 4 complimentary domestic lounge visits per year
  • 4 complimentary international lounge visits per year
  • 2% forex markup — same as premium Regalia
  • Travel insurance cover
  • Annual fee waiver on ₹1L spend
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Welcome & Joining Benefits
  • 1,000 Reward Points on joining
Milestone Benefits
  • ₹1L annual spend → ₹1,000 fee waived
Pros & Cons

✓ Advantages

  • 2% forex at only ₹1,000 fee — best forex rate at this price
  • 4 international lounge visits at entry-level fee
  • Good path to upgrade to Regalia or Regalia Gold
  • Annual fee waived at very low ₹1L spend

✗ Disadvantages

  • Fewer lounge visits than full Regalia
  • SmartBuy portal needed for best rewards
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Regalia First still available?
Availability varies — HDFC may offer it as a pre-approved upgrade or via relationship manager. Check HDFC Bank's current website for active card offerings.
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