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  • Details
    • Product details
    • Eligibility
    • Rewards
    • Fees
  • How to apply
  • Card benefits
  • Rates & fees
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NAB Low Fee Card
Terms and conditions apply
Balance transfer rate for 12 months with 3% balance transfer fee
0% p.a.
Purchase rate
19.74% p.a.
Annual fee
$30 p.a.
Interest-free on purchases
Up to 44 days

Our verdict

Offers up to $240 cashback and a low $30 annual fee, with a 19.74% p.a. variable interest rate on purchases.

The NAB Low Fee Card is suited to people who want a basic credit card with an affordable annual fee. Right now, new cardholders can also get $80 cashback each month by spending at least $500 on eligible purchases in that month – up to a maximum of $240 cashback in the first 3 months from account opening. The spend requirement to collect all the cashback is similar to other offers on the market. But as it’s split into requirements for each month, make sure you keep track of your spending if you want to collect the full cashback amount offered.

Pros

  • Up to $240 cashback offer
  • Complimentary purchase protection insurance cover
  • A low annual fee of $30
  • 0% p.a. on balance transfers for the first 12 months
  • Additional cardholder at no extra cost

Cons

  • Offers 44 days interest-free on purchases, compared to other cards that offer up to 55 days
  • No rewards program which means there's no incentive for spending
  • A 3% fee applies to any balances transferred

In this guide

  • Our verdict
  • Details
    • Product details
    • Eligibility
    • Rewards
    • Fees
  • How to apply
  • Card benefits
  • Rates & fees
  • Your reviews
  • Ask an expert

The NAB Low Fee Card has simple credit card features and can be added to digital wallets including Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay. It also offers complimentary purchase protection. If your goal is to pay off existing credit card debt, it currently offers 0% p.a. interest on balance transfers for the first 12 months, with a one-time 3% balance transfer fee. This makes it suited to people who want to switch to this card and only have a small amount of debt they can pay off within the 12-month introductory period.

Details

Product details

Product Name NAB Low Fee Card
Balance transfer rate p.a. 0% for 12 months with 3% balance transfer fee, then 21.74%
Balance transfer limit 90% of available limit
Purchase rate p.a. 19.74%
Interest-free period Up to 44 days on purchases
Cash advance rate p.a. 21.74%
Min credit limit $1,000
Max credit limit $30,000
Card type Visa

Eligibility

Available to temporary residents Yes - Conditions apply
Joint application No

Rewards

Bonus points N/A

Fees

Annual fee $30
Late payment fee $15
Foreign currency conversion fee 3%
Cash advance fee 3% or $3, whichever is greater
Overseas ATM withdrawal fee $5
Additional cardholder fee $0
Number of additional cardholders 1

How to apply

You can apply for the NAB Low Fee Card online in around 15 minutes and should get a response within 60 seconds. Before you start the application, check that you meet the eligibility requirements and have the details you'll need for the application.

Eligibility criteria

  • New cardholder. The cashback offer is only available when you apply for the NAB Low Fee credit card as a new cardholder before the offer is withdrawn.
  • Residency. You can apply if you're an Australian citizen or permanent resident. You can also apply if you're not a citizen or permanent resident but have an acceptable visa. Many visas are acceptable but the following are not: Visitor Visa (exception, a Special Category Visa - NZ Citizen is acceptable), Working Holiday, Student, Exchange/gap year, Transit/short stay/seasonal, and Bridging.

Card benefits

  • Up to $240 cashback. For the first 3 months from account opening, you'll get $80 cashback each month when you spend at least $500 on eligible purchases in that month, up to a maximum of $240 cashback. The cashback will be credited to your account on the closing date of your statement. Keep in mind that NAB may vary or end this offer at any time.
  • Purchase protection insurance. NAB Purchase Protection Insurance provides complimentary cover for three months against theft, accidental damage or loss for personal retail goods purchased anywhere in the world. But exclusions, limits and terms and conditions apply, so check the NAB Purchase Protection Policy Insurance Booklet (available via NAB) for full details.

Rates & fees

  • Purchase interest rate. This card has a 19.74% p.a. variable purchase interest rate.
  • Interest-free days. You'll get up to 44 interest-free days on purchases when you pay your balance in full by the due date on your statement. Or, if your statement shows an interest free days amount, when you pay that amount in full by the due date.

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Dhiraj

May 20, 2018

Hi,

I am looking for credit card balance transfer from BankSA. I have temporary Australian resident status so, May I eligibility for balance transfer ?

Thanks

Dhiraj


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Joshua Finder

May 20, 2018

Hi Dhiraj,


Thanks for getting in touch with Finder. I hope all is well with you. :)


Yes, you can do a balance transfer from BankSA even if you are a temporary Australian resident provided that you meet the eligibility requirements of your chosen bank.


You can also use our comparison table to help you compare credit cards for temporary residents. You can press the name of the card or the “More info” link to get more information about the card’s balance transfer rate and conditions. When you are ready, you may then click on the “Go to site” button and you will be redirected to the bank’s website where you can proceed with the application or get in touch with their representatives for further inquiries you may have.


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.


I hope this helps. Should you have further questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out again.


Have a wonderful day!


Cheers,

Joshua


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Pips

June 27, 2017

What is the purchase rate and does it apple when you are in the internet free periods eg 15 months interest free period?


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Danielle

June 27, 2017

​Hi Pips,


Thank you for contacting finder. We are a comparison website and general information service, we’re more than happy to offer general advice.


The ongoing purchase rate on this card is 19.74% p.a and yes it still applies. Also this card has a standard balance transfer rate of 0% p.a. for 6 months which reverts to the standard cash advance rate. The cash advance rate on this card is 21.74% p.a.


I hope this helps.


Cheers,

Danielle


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Trevor

January 22, 2017

I only want a 6000$ limit


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Anndy Lou Finder

January 22, 2017

Hi Trevor,


Thanks for reaching out.


If you wish to apply for NAB Low Fee Card, you can go ahead and select the ‘go-to site’ button on our page. But please do read the eligibility criteria to apply beforehand.


You may also want to check low-interest rate credit cards and find the right financial product for you.


Cheers,

Anndy


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Marshel

September 13, 2016

Hi,


Can i also use this card overseas or in other countries?


Regards,


MR


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Anndy Lou Finder

September 13, 2016

Hi Marshel,


Thanks for your question.


Yes, you can use NAB Low Fee Card overseas where VISA is accepted. However, please note that it charges foreign currency conversion fee as well as overseas ATM balance check and withdrawal fees.


Cheers,

Anndy


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Matthew

September 12, 2016

When applying for the card , do I have to give my employers details

Thanks


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Anndy Lou Finder

September 13, 2016

Hi Matthew,


Thanks for your question.


When you apply for NAB Low Fee Card, one of the requirements is for you to provide the name, address and phone number of your employer.


Cheers,

Anndy


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