Indian Overseas Bank

IOB Visa Gold Credit Card

Last updated: 19 September 2026

Welcome offerNo specific introductory offer published; standard rewards apply from first transaction.
Annual fee
₹ 500
Reward rate
1 reward point per ₹100 spent
Editorial score guidance
700+
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IOB Visa Gold Credit Card | CardsGuruji
Visa
Rewards

How the rewards work

What you earn on every spend, and the ways you can cash it in.

You earn

1 reward point per ₹100 spent

Reward points are credited to the account. Points can typically be redeemed for travel vouchers, merchandise, or statement credit as per IOB's reward program terms.

Reward currency
Points
Card network
Visa
Perks

What you get with this card

The privileges that come bundled in, beyond the reward points.

  • 1 reward point per ₹100 spend

  • Global acceptance on Visa network

  • Fuel surcharge waiver on select fuel stations

  • No hidden charges on domestic transactions

Our verdict

Pros & cons

An honest read on where this card earns its keep — and where it doesn't.

What we like

  • Low annual fee

  • Global Visa acceptance

  • Simple rewards structure

What to watch out for

  • Low reward accrual rate (1 pt/₹100)

  • No lounge access

  • Standard APR rates

Costs

Fees & charges

Everything the issuer can bill you for, in one place.

Annual fee
₹500Charged every year from the second year

Other charges

Applied only when the situation arises

Balance transfer
4% of transaction value (min ₹500)
Foreign currency markup
2.5% + GST
Late payment
₹300 to ₹1,300 based on due amount
Returned payment
₹500

Interest rates

Charged on any balance you carry forward

Purchases
3.5% per month (42% p.a.)
Balance transfer
3.5% per month
Cash advance
3.5% per month

Fee waiver: most issuers waive the renewal fee once your yearly spends cross a set threshold. Confirm the exact criteria with Indian Overseas Bank before you apply.

Eligibility

Credit-score and eligibility guidance

Issuer-stated requirements and CardsGuruji guidance are shown separately.

700+out of 900
CardsGuruji editorial guidance: 700+

What this means for your application

  • A score range is general guidance, not an issuer's eligibility requirement.
  • Issuers independently assess income, employment, existing obligations, repayment history and other criteria.
  • Check the issuer's current eligibility terms before applying; no score guarantees approval.

Note: A displayed score is editorial guidance only unless separately identified as an issuer-stated requirement.

FAQs About IOB Visa Gold Credit Card

Everything you need to know about IOB Visa Gold Credit Card fees, reward conversion, lounge access, and application eligibility.

IOB Visa Gold Credit Card has an annual fee of ₹500 plus 18% GST. Most cardholders can get subsequent annual renewal fees waived by reaching the bank's annual milestone spend threshold. Additionally, the initial fee is often offset by welcome privileges like "No specific introductory offer published; standard rewards apply from first transaction.".

IOB Visa Gold Credit Card earns Points at a primary rate of 1 reward point per ₹100 spent. Specifically, Reward points are credited to the account. Points can typically be redeemed for travel vouchers, merchandise, or statement credit as per IOB's reward program terms.. Spends in Shopping, Lifestyle, Fuel categories provide the maximum valueback per transaction on this card.

A CIBIL credit score of 700 or above is strongly recommended for approval of IOB Visa Gold Credit Card. Applicants should be Indian residents aged 21 to 65 years with a stable monthly income (salaried or self-employed with ITR) and no recent payment defaults or high credit utilization over 30%.

IOB Visa Gold Credit Card is issued on the Visa network with worldwide acceptance at over 30 million merchant establishments and online portals. International transactions, contactless tap-to-pay (up to ₹5,000 without PIN), and tokenized payments are supported once enabled in your banking app.

IOB Visa Gold Credit Card levies a forex markup fee of 2.5% + GST on transactions processed in foreign currencies. For cross-border shopping and overseas travel, remember that standard 18% GST applies on the markup charge.

IOB Visa Gold Credit Card currently features a welcome offer: "No specific introductory offer published; standard rewards apply from first transaction.". To claim this joining perk, cardholders typically need to activate the card and complete a qualifying initial transaction within 30 to 60 days of card issuance.

Key highlights include Low annual fee and Global Visa acceptance. However, keep in mind that Low reward accrual rate (1 pt/₹100) and No lounge access. Overall, IOB Visa Gold Credit Card delivers strong value if your regular spending aligns with Shopping, Lifestyle, Fuel.

IOB Visa Gold Credit Card is focused on Shopping and Lifestyle and Fuel valueback and does not include unconditional complimentary airport lounge visits as a core benefit. If lounge access is a deciding factor for your travels, consider pairing this with a dedicated premium travel credit card.

Yes, IOB Visa Gold Credit Card includes a 1% fuel surcharge waiver for fuel spends typically between ₹400 and ₹4,000 at all government and private fuel stations in India. (Fuel surcharge waiver on select fuel stations). The monthly waiver is subject to a cap, and GST charged on the surcharge is non-refundable.

You can apply for IOB Visa Gold Credit Card directly through Indian Overseas Bank's official website or digital portal. Essential documents include your PAN card, Aadhaar card for video KYC, proof of address, and recent income documentation (3 months' salary slips or latest ITR with computation). Decisions are typically communicated within 2 to 4 working days.