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HDFC Bank Infinia Metal Credit Card Review

HDFC Bank Infinia Metal is best for very high spenders who want india’s top reward rate. 3.33% value back on regular spends.

Annual fee₹12,500 + GST
Fee waiver₹10,00,000 / year
Top reward rate3.33%
Forex markup2%
NetworkVisa
Min. income₹5,00,000/mo

Pros

  • 3.33% value back on regular spends
  • Up to 10X points through HDFC SmartBuy
  • Unlimited lounge access worldwide
  • Complimentary golf and hotel benefits

Cons

  • Largely invite-only, with a very high income requirement
  • Redemption caps added in 2026; retention criteria (₹18 lakh yearly spend or ₹50 lakh relationship) announced from 2027
  • ₹12,500 fee needs ₹10 lakh yearly spend to waive

Reward rate by category

Effective value back per ₹100 spent. 5 reward points per ₹150; points valued at ₹1 on flights and hotels via SmartBuy.

Amazon3.33%
Flipkart3.33%
Other online shopping3.33%
Food delivery3.33%
Dining out3.33%
Groceries3.33%
Flights & hotels3.33%
Fuel0%
Bills & recharges3.33%
Everything else3.33%

How much could you earn?

Estimated yearly value after fees and caps for typical spending patterns.

Balanced spender
₹3,96,000/yr spend
₹-2,762
Online shopper
₹3,90,000/yr spend
₹-1,763
Frequent traveller
₹8,04,000/yr spend
₹8,392
Family & groceries
₹5,88,000/yr spend
₹2,832

Use my own spends

Lounge access

Unlimited domestic and international lounge access

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HDFC Bank Infinia Metal FAQs

What is the annual fee of the HDFC Bank Infinia Metal credit card?

The HDFC Bank Infinia Metal credit card has a joining fee of ₹12,500 and an annual fee of ₹12,500, plus 18% GST. The annual fee is waived if you spend ₹10,00,000 or more in a card year.

Is HDFC Bank Infinia Metal a good credit card?

The HDFC Bank Infinia Metal card is best for: very high spenders who want india’s top reward rate. Its main strengths are: 3.33% value back on regular spends; up to 10x points through hdfc smartbuy. Its main drawback: largely invite-only, with a very high income requirement.

What is the forex markup on HDFC Bank Infinia Metal?

The HDFC Bank Infinia Metal card charges a 2% forex markup on international transactions, plus 18% GST on the markup.

Does HDFC Bank Infinia Metal offer airport lounge access?

Yes: Unlimited domestic and international lounge access. Banks often attach spend conditions to lounge access, so check the latest terms.

✓ Details verified 26 September 2026Minimum income: ₹5,00,000 a month (salaried), reported (largely invite-only). Sources: 1% Club: HDFC revises Infinia eligibility · CardExpress 2026 changelog. Banks change terms often, so confirm on the HDFC Bank website before applying.
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