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National Australia Bank Qantas Gold Credit Card Review

Posted June 25th, 2010

National Australia Bank in association with Qantas Airlines offers the NAB Qantas Gold Card. Along with all the usual benefits of a gold card this card offers some innovative features which we will review below, plus there is also the chance to earn Qantas rewards points.

NAB Qantas Gold

Interest Rates, Fees & Charges

Balance Transfer Rate

4.99% p.a. for 6 months

Interest Rate on Purchases 20.24% p.a.
Annual Fee $145.50
Interest Free Period up to 44 days
Cash Advance Rate 21.74% p.a.
Card Type Gold
Credit Card Type American Express/MasterCard
Rewards Program Yes

NAB is the fourth largest bank in Australia and the 17th largest bank in the world. It also operates worldwide including China and the United Kingdom with a total of 1,714 branches, and almost 3000 ATM machines.

Two Cards in one

The NAB Qantas Gold Card is actually two separate cards, the first being a choice of either Visa or MasterCard, and the second an American Express card.

This is probably the most widely accepted combination possible allowing the cards to be used practically anywhere in the world. There is not only the convenience of this but also only one credit limit, and one account to review and manage.

Likewise there is only one statement and you only have to make one monthly payment, instead of having to pay each card separately.

Frequent Flyer points

If it is airline reward points you are looking for then the NAB Qantas Gold Card is probably the best you will find in Australia. Whenever you use either card you earn Qantas Frequent Flyer points which can be redeemed for a large range of merchandise, gift cards and of course flights.

American Express purchases earn two points for every two dollars spent, while Visa and MasterCard earn two points on every three dollars of purchases. There are also regularly added special offers and benefits available.

Insurance

Included with the cards is complimentary overseas travel insurance so long as at least 50% of the travel costs are paid for with the card. Also included is 12 months VIP lost card insurance, which makes it much easier and quicker to report and replace lost and stolen cards.

At no extra cost an additional cardholder can be added to the account. Other benefits of the NAB Qantas Gold Card include purchase protection and extended warranty cover.

There is an excellent low balance transfer rate which scores highly in any comparison card review, and you can enjoy up to 44 days of interest free purchases with the card.

American Express Selects Scheme

The American Express card gives customers the benefit of the American Express Selects scheme, which gives great offers and deals on travel, entertainment, shopping and dining out.

Minimum Income Minimum Age 18 years of age
Residency Permanent Australian Resident Credit Rating Requirement Good
Min Credit Limit $5,000 Max Credit Limit $50,000
Annual Fee $146 Balance Transfer Fee
Minimum Repayment 2.5% Interest Charged From Purchase Date
Late Payment Fee $5 Over Limit Fee $0
Overseas Emergency Replacement $0 Overseas ATM Balance check
Overseas ATM Withdrawal $4 Foreign Currency Conversion Fee
Rewards Points per Dollar AMEX:1 MCARD:0.25 Point(s) Points needed for Syd/Mel Return Flight 25000
Points needed for $100 Voucher 13500

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