If you’re after a credit card which has the basics and nothing more, the bcu Classic could fit the bill. It has a low 11.80% interest rate for purchases and 14.80% for cash advances, an annual fee of just $45 and worldwide access via the Visa network.
As the name suggests, the bcu is a classic no frills credit card. The low 11.80% interest rate means you won’t have to pay through the nose in interest if you do occasionally carry a balance on your card.
The card has a standard 55 days interest free, which is good news, but in order to get this, you’ll need to pay your balance off in full each month.You can make purchases in Australia and around the world and the card is chip enabled which means that you can just ‘tap and go’ for purchases under $100. You’ll need to use your pin for any purchases over this amount. Any international purchases will have a 3.65% foreign exchange margin added to the Australian dollar amount. This includes online purchases from international stores.
There isn’t a rewards program with the Classic card so if you’re looking to earn rewards head to the Mozo rewards cards section to compare all rewards cards.The Classic credit card is a suitable credit card for anyone wanting a low cost credit card for everyday purchases. You’ll need to be 18 years of age, a permanent Australian resident or citizen and not have any outstanding defaults, judgements or be an undischarged bankrupt.
While there isn’t a late payment fee charged on the Classic card by bcu, be aware that any late payments will be noted on your credit history so it is best to always ensure you make the minimum repayment by the due date. The minimum repayment percent is 3% of the balance.
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I believe BCU offers a great service on their credit cards as last year when mine was hacked for approx $1000 after failing to recover the money they reimbursed me anyway. A great service which I can not fault.
Read full reviewI believe BCU offers a great service on their credit cards as last year when mine was hacked for approx $1000 after failing to recover the money they reimbursed me anyway. A great service which I can not fault.
They are so down to earth, honest, and I have complete trust in them.
Read full reviewThey are so down to earth, honest, and I have complete trust in them.
Kerrie was extremely helpful and so quick with the whole process. She explained everything very clearly and made the experience very pleasant!!
Read full reviewKerrie was extremely helpful and so quick with the whole process. She explained everything very clearly and made the experience very pleasant!!
First time balance transfer, Nathan was very helpful.
Read full reviewFirst time balance transfer, Nathan was very helpful.
Very happy with the service and WOW very fast response - thank you BCU
Read full reviewVery happy with the service and WOW very fast response - thank you BCU
bcu began in 1970 when a group of north coast banana growers pooled their resources, and formed a credit union. Since those humble beginnings bcu has grown to 54,000 members, and includes 21 stores from the Sunshine Coast to Port Macquarie, plus telephone and Internet banking facilities. bcu is now a division of Police & Nurses Limited after a 2019 merger. bcu has a wide range of personal finance options to simplify your banking, including credit cards, home loans, personal loans, savings and transaction accounts and term deposits.
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1 point up to $10,000/month, then
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20.74% p.a.
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0% p.a. for 24 months and then 21.49% p.a.
13.99% p.a.
$55 $0 in the first year
Westpac
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0% p.a. for 24 months and then 21.49% p.a. (1.00% balance transfer fee)
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0% p.a. for 22 months and then 21.49% p.a. (1.50% balance transfer fee)
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$99 $0 in the first year
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0% p.a. for 20 months and then 21.74% p.a.
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$49 $0 in the first year
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$99
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10.99% p.a.
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$49 $0 in the first year
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3.99% p.a. for 6 months and then 8.99% p.a.
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13.99% p.a.
0% p.a. for 24 months and then 21.49% p.a.
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11.99% p.a.
0% p.a. for 20 months and then 21.74% p.a.
$49 $0 in the first year
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13.74% p.a.
0% p.a. for 24 months and then 21.49% p.a. (1.00% balance transfer fee)
$59
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13.99% p.a.
0% p.a. for 24 months and then 21.49% p.a.
$55 $0 in the first year
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0% p.a. for 15 months then 11.99% p.a.
No current offer
$45
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10.99% p.a.
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$49 $0 in the first year
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No current offer
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$99 $0 in the first year
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