HDFC Bank
HDFC Bank Freedom Credit Card
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Community rating
Joining Fee
₹500
Annual Fee
₹500
Reward Rate
2.5% – 5%
Forex Markup
3.5%
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Key Benefits
Rewards
How you earn back on every swipe
cashback
Reward type
2.5% – 5%
Earn rate
Fees & Charges
Programme fees we track below. Interest on cash withdrawals or revolving balances, late-payment slabs and other charges are set by the bank and spelled out in their Most Important Terms and Conditions (MITC). Use the official product page for those details.
Travel & Lounge Access
Airport perks included with this card
0 per quarter
Domestic lounge visits
0 per year
International lounge visits
Card Features
Tips & reviews
Community comments — not financial advice. Bank terms still apply.
Eligibility
Pros & Cons
- Good entry-level rewards credit card
- Strong rewards on popular daily-use brands
- Low annual fee with easy waiver milestone
- Useful dining and lifestyle offers
- Beginner-friendly rewards structure
- Good first credit card for online shoppers
- Welcome rewards offset joining fee well
- No airport lounge access
- Reward redemption value is relatively low
- Best rewards limited to partner merchants
- Forex markup is high for international spending
- Reward exclusions apply on rent, fuel, wallet loads & government payments
- Cashback cards often provide better overall value today
- Monthly cap on accelerated CashPoints
Who is this card for?
Working professionals who regularly spend on dining, groceries, and movie outings. A good entry-level lifestyle card for those transitioning from basic to rewards-based credit cards.
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Data last updated 18 Mar 2026