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IDFC First OneCard Credit Card: Fees, Rewards & Benefits

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Vyaya Team · Aug 2026
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Value Score
9.0 / 10
Annual Fee
₹0
Best For
No-Fee International User, Family Limit Sharer
Network
Visa
Expert Verdict

The IDFC First OneCard is a free, app-first metal card with a low 1% forex markup, instant non-expiring rewards and family limit sharing. The Rs 0.1 point value and absence of lounge access cap its rewards appeal, so it suits those who value the digital experience and low forex over raw earning.

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REWARD SUMMARY
0.2% Base Rewards
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The Bottom Line

The IDFC First OneCard is built for no-fee international user and family limit sharer. With no annual fee, it offers 1% rewards on other and low forex markup. It makes the most sense if your spending matches no-fee international user and family limit sharer.

It earns a base reward rate of 0.2% and stacks best when your spending lines up with No-Fee International User, Family Limit Sharer.

What we like
+Zero joining and zero annual fee with accelerated earning of 5 points per Rs 50 (5x the base) on top spend categories
+Low 1% foreign currency markup, well below the typical 3.5%, making it travel-friendly
+Metal, number-less, contactless card with full controls via the OneCard app
+Reward points are credited instantly, never expire, include fractional points and carry zero redemption fee
+MyFamily lets you share the credit limit and track family members' spends
What we don't
Reward points are worth only Rs 0.1 each, the lowest in this group, so even the 5x rate is modest in value
No airport lounge access (0 domestic, 0 international)
Fuel, wallet loads, cash withdrawals and transfers earn no reward points
No milestone or bonus spend rewards

Who Should Get This Card

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Best fit for

Ideal
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No-Fee International User

Users wanting a free card with a low 1% forex markup and a premium metal, app-controlled experience

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Family Limit Sharer

Households wanting to share the credit limit and track spends via the OneCard MyFamily feature

Probably not for

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Lounge Seeker

Travellers needing lounge access, which the card does not offer

Rewards Value Maximiser

Those focused on point value, given the low Rs 0.1 per point worth

Is It Worth It For You?

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Dining
05,000Max ₹50k
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Travel
010,000Max ₹1L
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Online & Shopping
08,000Max ₹80k
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Groceries
06,000Max ₹40k
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Annual feeFREE
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Reward Rates

IDFC First OneCard offers 0.2% basic reward rate.

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Fees & Charges

Joining fee₹0
Annual fee₹0
Fee waiverN/A

Eligibility

  • Min Income: ₹3 Lakhs
  • Min Credit Score: 750
  • Age 18+ (typically 21+); salaried or self-employed; ~Rs 3L p.a. income; 750+ CIBIL advised; metal lifetime-free card (IDFC FIRST variant largely discontinued, replaced by FIRST Select).

Exclusions & Terms

Forex markup

  • Foreign currency markup

Cash Withdrawals

  • Cash withdrawals do not earn reward points.

Transfers

  • Transfers of any kind do not earn reward points.

Frequently Asked Questions

2 data-backed answers from our card database

What is the annual fee of the IDFC First OneCard?+

The IDFC First OneCard has no annual fee (lifetime free).

What rewards does the IDFC First OneCard offer?+

It earns Reward Points, with accelerated earning on Rewards.

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