SA Credit Card Comparison

Compare 25 cards from 8 major South African banks. Select up to 3 cards to compare fees, rates and benefits side by side.

A
ABSA
Student Credit Card
Student
Monthly feeFree
Purchase rate22.25% p.a.
Min incomeNo minimum
RewardsABSA Rewards
A
ABSA
Gold Credit Card
Entry LevelProfessional
Monthly feeR69/mo
Purchase rate22.25% p.a.
Min incomeR3 000/mo
RewardsABSA Rewards
A
ABSA
Platinum Credit Card
Premium
Monthly feeR99/mo
Purchase rate20.25% p.a.
Min incomeR25 000/mo
RewardsABSA Rewards
Lounge accessIncluded
A
ABSA
Private Bank Credit Card
Private Banking
Monthly feeFree
Purchase rate17.75% p.a.
Min incomeR85 000/mo
RewardsABSA Rewards
Lounge accessIncluded
A
ABSA
Islamic Gold Credit Card
Islamic
Monthly feeR69/mo
Purchase rateShariah-compliant
Min incomeR3 000/mo
RewardsABSA Rewards
F
FNB
Classic Credit Card
Entry Level
Monthly feeR69/mo
Purchase rate22.25% p.a.
Min incomeR2 000/mo
RewardseBucks
F
FNB
Gold Credit Card
Professional
Monthly feeR90/mo
Purchase rate21.75% p.a.
Min incomeR7 500/mo
RewardseBucks
F
FNB
Platinum Credit Card
Premium
Monthly feeR183/mo
Purchase rate20.75% p.a.
Min incomeR25 000/mo
RewardseBucks
Lounge accessIncluded
F
FNB
Private Clients Credit Card
Private Banking
Monthly feeFree
Purchase rate18.25% p.a.
Min incomeR85 000/mo
RewardseBucks
Lounge accessIncluded
F
FNB
Islamic Credit Card
Islamic
Monthly feeR69/mo
Purchase rateShariah-compliant
Min incomeR2 000/mo
RewardseBucks
N
Nedbank
Classic Credit Card
Entry Level
Monthly feeR49/mo
Purchase rate22.25% p.a.
Min incomeR3 000/mo
RewardsGreenbacks
N
Nedbank
Gold Credit Card
Professional
Monthly feeR95/mo
Purchase rate21.75% p.a.
Min incomeR7 500/mo
RewardsGreenbacks
N
Nedbank
Platinum Credit Card
Premium
Monthly feeR185/mo
Purchase rate20.75% p.a.
Min incomeR25 000/mo
RewardsGreenbacks
Lounge accessIncluded
N
Nedbank
Private Wealth Credit Card
Private Banking
Monthly feeFree
Purchase rate17.25% p.a.
Min incomeR100 000/mo
RewardsGreenbacks
Lounge accessIncluded
SB
Standard Bank
Blue Credit Card
Entry Level
Monthly feeR33/mo
Purchase rate22.25% p.a.
Min incomeR2 000/mo
RewardsUCount Rewards
SB
Standard Bank
Gold Credit Card
Professional
Monthly feeR75/mo
Purchase rate21.75% p.a.
Min incomeR8 000/mo
RewardsUCount Rewards
SB
Standard Bank
Platinum Credit Card
Premium
Monthly feeR199/mo
Purchase rate20.75% p.a.
Min incomeR25 000/mo
RewardsUCount Rewards
Lounge accessIncluded
SB
Standard Bank
World Citizen Credit Card
Private Banking
Monthly feeFree
Purchase rate17.25% p.a.
Min incomeR85 000/mo
RewardsUCount Rewards
Lounge accessIncluded
SB
Standard Bank
Islamic Credit Card
Islamic
Monthly feeR75/mo
Purchase rateShariah-compliant
Min incomeR5 000/mo
RewardsUCount Rewards
C
Capitec
Credit Card
Entry LevelProfessional
Monthly feeFree
Purchase rate28% p.a.
Min incomeR5 000/mo
RewardsCapitec Live Better
D
Discovery Bank
Gold Credit Card
Professional
Monthly feeR149/mo
Purchase rate22.25% p.a.
Min incomeR15 000/mo
RewardsVitality Money
D
Discovery Bank
Platinum Credit Card
Premium
Monthly feeR249/mo
Purchase rate20.25% p.a.
Min incomeR20 000/mo
RewardsVitality Money
Lounge accessIncluded
D
Discovery Bank
Black Credit Card
Private Banking
Monthly feeFree
Purchase rate17.25% p.a.
Min incomeR50 000/mo
RewardsVitality Money
Lounge accessIncluded
AB
African Bank
Credit Card
Entry Level
Monthly feeR69/mo
Purchase rate28% p.a.
Min incomeR2 000/mo
I
Investec
Private Bank Card
Private Banking
Monthly feeFree
Purchase rateShariah-compliant
Min incomeR50 000/mo
RewardsInvestec Rewards
Lounge accessIncluded

The information shown is for general comparison purposes only and is sourced from publicly available bank websites. Fees, rates, and terms change frequently and may not reflect current offers. Calcura is not a registered financial services provider under the FAIS Act. This is not financial advice. Always verify terms directly with the bank and read the full product terms before applying for any credit product.

Data last verified: May 2026. Verify current terms on each bank's website before applying.

About this calculator

What this comparison tool does

Displays and compares the key terms of major South African credit cards across fees, interest rates, rewards programs, travel benefits, and eligibility requirements. Use the filter tabs to narrow by card type and the compare feature to view up to three cards side by side.

How to use the results

Use this tool to shortlist cards that match your income level and spending habits. Pay attention to the monthly fee and purchase interest rate as your primary cost factors. Rewards programs only add value if you pay your balance in full each month — otherwise the interest cost outweighs the benefit.

Assumptions applied

  • Fees and rates shown are based on publicly available information from each bank's website and are updated periodically.
  • Interest rates shown are standard rates. Your actual rate may differ based on your credit profile and the bank's assessment.
  • Rewards earn rates are indicative. Actual earn rates may vary by merchant category and card tier.
  • Minimum income requirements are indicative. Banks apply additional affordability criteria under the NCA.

What this calculator doesn't account for

  • This tool does not assess your eligibility for any specific card.
  • Terms, fees, and rates change frequently. Always verify current terms directly with the bank before applying.
  • Promotional rates and limited-time offers are not shown.
  • Business and corporate card terms may differ from personal card terms shown here.