What you need to know about fuel cards
- Some fuel cards are restricted to specific networks of petrol statins.
- Most fuel cards charge a monthly fee. You need an ABN to get one.
- Some cards offer additional benefits like discounts on fuel and points.
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If you're on the road for work or run a business with a fleet of vehicles, fuel costs quickly add up. A fuel card gives you a way to keep track of what you spend – and often provides discounts or other perks like reward points.
A fuel card works in the same way as a regular credit or debit card where you swipe your card at the pump or inside the service station to pay for fuel and/or other available products and services.
You need an ABN to get a fuel card. This means you need to own a business or be a sole trader. If you don't have an ABN, you could use a prepaid fuel card like the the AmpolCash card and BP gift cards. You can also use Woolworths WISH gift cards at participating Woolworths co-branded fuel outlets, while Coles offers gift cards for Coles Express service stations.
Here are some of the factors to consider when comparing fuel cards:
"If you run a fleet of vehicles and fuel is a major expense, using a dedicated fuel card that gives you discounts per litre could save you money and make it easy to track the expense. A business credit card opens up a wider range of business spending. It's more flexible and you can often earn frequent flyer or reward points too. But these cards often have higher annual fees and are suited to businesses with multiple employee spending needs. If it's just cars, a fuel card might make more sense. "
The best fuel card is one that gives you extra value for paying with it – and that you can easily use for all your fuel spending. When comparing fuel cards, consider these questions:
Fuel card | Key details |
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7-Eleven Fuel Pass |
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AmpolCard |
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BP Plus fuel card |
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Caltex StarCard |
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FleetCard |
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Metro Fuel Card |
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Mobil card |
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On The Run (OTR) Fuel Card |
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Shell Fuel Card |
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UnitedCard |
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WEX Motorpass |
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This fuel card offers businesses a way to track and manage fleet spending, with custom discounts at service stations across Australia.
Save on fuel at 7-Eleven with this fuel card you can use across the WEX Motorpass network.
Ampol fuel cards help you save on costs and is available at over 1,900 locations across Australia. Compare your options and learn more here.
Designed to suit small businesses, here's how the AmpolCard can help you save on fuel costs and earn rewards.
Reduce your administration costs by managing your fuel spending with a Shell Fuel Card.
As many petrol stations or supermarkets have fuel cards and vouchers available for purchase in-store or online, finding a fuel gift card for a quick, considerate gift (or even for personal use) is remarkably simple.
I would like to apply for an individual fuel card for my teenage son who is a uni student – not a fleet or company card – and link it to my credit card . I can’t seem to find such a card for sale? Are such fuel cards for personal/private use available?
Hi Angela,
Thanks for your inquiry.
There are fuel cards for individuals issued by fuel companies like Caltex and Shell. Whilst I cannot recommend a specific individual fuel card to you, you may refer to our guide about fuel cards available in Australia. If you’ve chosen the card that you think will work for your son, you may press the “Go to site” button to be redirected to the provider’s website to apply or to get in touch with them.
Before applying, please ensure that you meet all the eligibility criteria and read through the details of the needed requirements as well as the relevant Product Disclosure Statements/Terms and Conditions when comparing your options before making a decision on whether it is right for you. You can also contact the provider if you have specific questions.
Hope this helps.
Cheers,
May