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ICICI Bank Sapphiro Credit Card Review

ICICI Bank Sapphiro is best for icici customers who want lounge access and milestone points. 2 reward points per ₹100 (4 on international spends).

Annual fee₹3,500 + GST
Fee waiver₹6,00,000 / year
Top reward rate1%
Forex markup3.5%
NetworkVisa / Mastercard / Amex
Min. incomeNot published

Pros

  • 2 reward points per ₹100 (4 on international spends)
  • Up to 20,000 bonus points a year on milestones
  • Domestic and international lounge access

Cons

  • Low base reward rate
  • Domestic lounge needs ₹75,000 quarterly spend
  • 3.5% forex markup

Reward rate by category

Effective value back per ₹100 spent. 2 points per ₹100 domestic and 4 per ₹100 international; points valued at ₹0.25.

Amazon0.5%
Flipkart0.5%
Other online shopping0.5%
Food delivery0.5%
Dining out0.5%
Groceries0.5%
Flights & hotels0.5%
Fuel0%
Bills & recharges0.25%
Everything else0.5%

How much could you earn?

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

Balanced spender
₹3,96,000/yr spend
₹-2,420
Online shopper
₹3,90,000/yr spend
₹-2,240
Frequent traveller
₹8,04,000/yr spend
₹-546
Family & groceries
₹5,88,000/yr spend
₹-1,670

Use my own spends

Lounge access

4 domestic visits a year (needs ₹75,000 spend in the previous quarter) + 2 international

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ICICI Bank Sapphiro FAQs

What is the annual fee of the ICICI Bank Sapphiro credit card?

The ICICI Bank Sapphiro credit card has a joining fee of ₹6,500 and an annual fee of ₹3,500, plus 18% GST. The annual fee is waived if you spend ₹6,00,000 or more in a card year.

Is ICICI Bank Sapphiro a good credit card?

The ICICI Bank Sapphiro card is best for: icici customers who want lounge access and milestone points. Its main strengths are: 2 reward points per ₹100 (4 on international spends); up to 20,000 bonus points a year on milestones. Its main drawback: low base reward rate.

What is the forex markup on ICICI Bank Sapphiro?

The ICICI Bank Sapphiro card charges a 3.5% forex markup on international transactions, plus 18% GST on the markup.

Does ICICI Bank Sapphiro offer airport lounge access?

Yes: 4 domestic visits a year (needs ₹75,000 spend in the previous quarter) + 2 international. Banks often attach spend conditions to lounge access, so check the latest terms.

✓ Details verified 26 September 2026Minimum income: not published. Sources: ICICI Bank: Sapphiro credit card · Paisabazaar: ICICI Sapphiro (Sep 2026). Banks change terms often, so confirm on the ICICI Bank website before applying.
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