The Citi Simplicity Card has all the features you'd expect in a good credit card without the high price tag. There is no annual fee ever, you'll get 0% interest on purchases within the first 6 months (21.49% after), free wine when you dine with the Citi Dining Program and the convenience of worldwide acceptance with MasterCard and MasterCard PayPass.
With the Citi Simplicity Card, you'll be able to enjoy 6 months of interest-free spending before the card reverts to its variable rate of 21.49% p.a. There's also a generous 55 interest free days if you pay your balance off in full each month and you'll pay no fees on the card ever, this includes annual fees, late payment and there are no fees if you want to have an additional card holder for the account.
The Citi Simplicity credit card can be used in Australia and around the world where ever MasterCard is accepted. If you use your card overseas or when shopping online there is a 3.40% foreign exchange margin that will be added to the Australian dollar amount, so be sure to factor this in to your budgeting.
While there isn't a rewards program attached to the Citi Simplicity card you do get some great perks including Transit Accident Insurance, Purchase Cover Insurance, Extended Warranty Insurance and Guaranteed Pricing Scheme.
Anyone who hates paying fees for credit card features they'll never use and will be diligent at paying off their balance in full at the end of the month to avoid paying interest.
Even though Citi won't charge you if your late paying your balance, it is still a good idea to automate payments. New credit reporting means that all late payments are marked on your credit file and it can affect your ability to get credit into the future so don't make it a regular habit.
21.49% p.a.
0% p.a. for 6 months
0% p.a. for 6 months and then 22.24% p.a.
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22.24% p.a.
55
$0.00
none
none
none
$0.00
3.5%, min $3.50
3.40%
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$30.00
2.0
4
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Apple Pay, Samsung Pay
Concierge,
Extended Warranty,
Purchase Protection
Citi PayAll allows you to earn Citi reward Points on everyday expenses (2% fee applies). Free wine every time you dine with the Citibank Dining Program when you pay with your Citi Credit Card.
Citibank continue to offer good promotions to both new and existing customers, so they are not just concerned about building their wallet but also ensuring they retain the existing customer base.
Read full reviewCitibank continue to offer good promotions to both new and existing customers, so they are not just concerned about building their wallet but also ensuring they retain the existing customer base.
Citibank tend to hardly be helpful with requests when requested. They lack care regarding my financial situation.
Read full reviewCitibank tend to hardly be helpful with requests when requested. They lack care regarding my financial situation.
Simplicity card suits us perfectly, hard to get decent service over the phone
Read full reviewSimplicity card suits us perfectly, hard to get decent service over the phone
Citibank helped me out of a tight situation! I'm so happy with the customer service they provided!
Read full reviewCitibank helped me out of a tight situation! I'm so happy with the customer service they provided!
It is hard to get in touch with a real person unless they call you for a new product.
Read full reviewIt is hard to get in touch with a real person unless they call you for a new product.
Citi is the consumer banking arm of Citigroup, one of the world's biggest financial institutions. Citi was the first foreign bank to be granted a banking licence to operate in Australia. Citi is now the largest international bank in the country, serving millions of Australians with credit cards, mortgages, deposit accounts, charge cards and more.
Citi
Rewards Credit Card (Bonus Points)
21.49% p.a.
0% p.a. for 15 months and then 22.24% p.a.
$149 $49 in the first year
Citi
Rewards Credit Card
21.49% p.a.
0% p.a. for 30 months and then 22.24% p.a.
$149 $49 in the first year
Bendigo Bank
Low Rate Credit Card
11.99% p.a.
0% p.a. for 18 months and then 11.99% p.a. (2.00% balance transfer fee)
$45
Westpac
Low Rate
13.74% p.a.
0% p.a. for 24 months and then 21.49% p.a. (1.00% balance transfer fee)
$59
NAB
Qantas Rewards Signature Card
19.99% p.a.
0% p.a. for 6 months and then 21.74% p.a. (2.00% balance transfer fee)
$395 $295 in the first year
Qantas Frequent Flyer
Bankwest
Breeze Mastercard
10.99% p.a.
0% p.a. for 26 months and then 10.99% p.a. (2.00% balance transfer fee)
$49 $0 in the first year
Citi
Simplicity Credit Card
0% p.a. for 6 months then 21.49% p.a.
0% p.a. for 6 months and then 22.24% p.a.
$0
Defence Bank
Foundation Credit Card
3.99% p.a. for 6 months then 8.99% p.a.
3.99% p.a. for 6 months and then 8.99% p.a.
$45
American Express
Qantas Ultimate Card
Qantas Frequent Flyer
$450
100,000
1.25 points uncapped
NAB
Qantas Rewards Signature Card
Qantas Frequent Flyer
$395 $295 in the first year
110,000
1 point up to $5,000/month, then
0.5 points up to $20,000/month
American Express
Qantas Discovery Card
Qantas Frequent Flyer
$0
No current offer
0.75 points uncapped
NAB
Qantas Rewards Premium Card
Qantas Frequent Flyer
$250
30,000
0.66 points up to $3,000/month, then
0.33 points up to $6,000/month
American Express
Velocity Escape Card
Velocity Frequent Flyer
$0
No current offer
0.75 points uncapped
Bankwest
Qantas Platinum Mastercard
Qantas Frequent Flyer
$160
30,000
0.75 points up to $2,500/month, then
0.3 points uncapped
Westpac
Altitude Platinum
Qantas Frequent Flyer
$200 $99 in the first year
60,000
0.5 points uncapped
Bendigo Bank
Low Rate Credit Card
0% p.a. for 18 months and then 11.99% p.a. (2.00% balance transfer fee)
11.99% p.a.
$45
Bankwest
Breeze Mastercard
0% p.a. for 26 months and then 10.99% p.a. (2.00% balance transfer fee)
10.99% p.a.
$49 $0 in the first year
Westpac
Low Rate
0% p.a. for 24 months and then 21.49% p.a. (1.00% balance transfer fee)
13.74% p.a.
$59
Citi
Rewards Credit Card
0% p.a. for 30 months and then 22.24% p.a.
21.49% p.a.
$149 $49 in the first year
Citi Rewards Program
NAB
Low Rate Card
0% p.a. for 20 months and then 21.74% p.a. (2.00% balance transfer fee)
12.99% p.a.
$59
Bendigo Bank
Low Rate Credit Card
11.99% p.a.
0% p.a. for 18 months and then 11.99% p.a. (2.00% balance transfer fee)
$45
Defence Bank
Foundation Credit Card
3.99% p.a. for 6 months then 8.99% p.a.
3.99% p.a. for 6 months and then 8.99% p.a.
$45
NAB
StraightUp Card
0% p.a.
No current offer
$120 $10/month - waived if no spend & no balance owing
Westpac
Low Rate
13.74% p.a.
0% p.a. for 24 months and then 21.49% p.a. (1.00% balance transfer fee)
$59
NAB
Low Rate Card
12.99% p.a.
0% p.a. for 20 months and then 21.74% p.a. (2.00% balance transfer fee)
$59