Secured vs. unsecured IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit Card: Which one's best for you?

You've done your homework. The IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit Card is packed with travel benefits and best suits your needs. But before applying, you need to choose between the two versions:

• Secured card (against a fixed deposit) with no joining fee
• Unsecured card (based on your income and credit score) with a joining fee

Both cards offer the same features and rewards, but the way you qualify for them is different. Let’s help you decide which one works better for you.

What is the difference between secured and unsecured credit cards?
 

A secured credit card, also called a fixed deposit-backed credit card, is issued against the funds in your deposit. If you wish to apply for the IndiGo IDFC FIRST Dual Credit Card via the FD route, you’ll need a minimum FD of ₹1 lakh with IDFC FIRST Bank.

An unsecured credit card does not require any deposit. It’s approved based on your credit score, income, and documents.

So, who qualifies for which card?

Secured IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit Card: Who is it for?
 

Choose the secured card if:
 

1. You are new to credit or don’t have income proof
2. You are a freelancer or self-employed without a steady income
3. You want to build or rebuild your credit score

Benefits of choosing this version:
 

1. No joining fee
2. Credit limit based on your deposit
3. Your fixed deposit continues to earn interest
4. Access to the same travel perks and rewards as the unsecured version

Unsecured IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit Card: Who is it for?
 

Choose the unsecured card if:
 

1. You have a good credit score
2. You have a regular income and required documents
3. You want to enjoy the welcome benefits from day one

Benefits of choosing this version:
 

1. No need to open a fixed deposit
2. You get vouchers of 5,000 IndiGo BluChips and a complimentary meal voucher as a joining benefit
3. Same annual fee and rewards as the secured version

What stays the same in both card variants?
 

No matter which one you pick, you get:
 

1. Up to 22 IndiGo BluChips per spend on IndiGo flights (6 from the card + up to 16 from IndiGo tier benefits)
2. 3 IndiGo BluChips per ₹100 spent on regular purchases
3. 0.5 IndiGo BluChips per ₹100 spent on fuel, utilities, insurance, rent, and wallets
4. Bonus vouchers of up to 25,000 IndiGo BluChips annually on reaching spend milestones
5. Annual renewal bonus vouchers of 5,000 IndiGo BluChips and a complimentary meal
6. Travel protection including:

a. ₹1 crore Air Accident Cover

b. ₹10 lakh Personal Accident Cover

c. USD 1,200 travel insurance

d. ₹50,000 Lost Card Liability cover

e. Up to ₹25,000 trip cancellation protection (up to twice a year)

7. Low forex markup of only 1.49% on international spends

8. Dual cards – Mastercard and RuPay (for global and UPI use)

Quick comparison: Secured vs unsecured IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit Cards
 

How to apply for the IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit Card
 

1. To apply for the secured card, open an FD of ₹1 lakh or more with IDFC FIRST Bank. Then complete the credit card application with the KYC process
2. To apply for the unsecured card, check your credit score, keep your income and ID documents ready, and fill out the online form

Both applications are simple, 100% digital, and take only a few minutes to complete. Sign up for the IndiGo BluChip reward program for an even smoother experience.