Mari Credit Card: Features, Fees and Cashback Explained
Looking for a fuss-free way to earn cashback when you spend in Singapore, shop online, or travel overseas? The Mari Credit Card might be your ideal match. With improvements and new features added – especially for overseas travel – Mari Credit Card now gives you more rewards, flexibility, and savings.
What is Mari Credit Card? What features and benefits does it offer?
Let’s be real—between all the different credit cards and travel wallets out there, our wallets are getting a bit crowded. It’s a headache trying to remember which card to use where.
If you’re looking for something simple and rewarding, the Mari Credit Card is a total game-changer. It’s an unlimited cashback card with zero annual fees and no complicated tiers to track.
Plus, if you're a Shopee regular, the exclusive perks are a huge win. Whether you're grabbing lunch downstairs or tapping your way through your next holiday, it’s designed to help you spend smartly without the stress.
Here’s a quick rundown of the key benefits.
Mari Credit Card: Features at a glance
| Type of spends | Features |
|---|
Local spend | 1.5% unlimited cashback |
Overseas spend | 1.5% cashback on the first S$1,500 overseas spend
Zero foreign currency transaction fee
Best-in-class Foreign Exchange (FX) rates |
Shopee spend | 1.5% unlimited Shopee Coins via Mari Credit Card Instant Checkout (when paying in full)
0% interest instalment plan (3, 6, 12 or 18 months) |
Unlimited 1.5% local cashback, no minimum spend
The best part about an unlimited cashback card? There’s no minimum spend required. So no matter what amount you spend each month, you’ll be rewarded with cashback regardless. Whether online or in-store, all eligible transactions will earn you 1.5% cashback, with no cap.
It’s perfect for the daily grind—use it for your morning Toast Box, your recurring bills, or that grocery run. Since there’s no gatekeeping on the rewards, it’ll probably become your 'auto-pilot' card for everything in Singapore.
Overseas card spend: Does Mari Credit Card have foreign transaction fees?
Mari Credit Card no longer has fees for foreign currency transactions, or in short, foreign exchange fees i.e. FX fees – they were waived from 1 Jan 2026! This is a fairly recent change, so if you happen to see older articles or blog posts stating that Mari Credit Card has FX fee, please know that isn’t the case.
Besides not having to pay FX fees, cardholders can save further with best-in-class FX rates when spending overseas, in-store, or online in eligible foreign currencies – including MYR, KRW, CNY, and more*.
And let’s not forget that you’ll also be earning 1.5% cashback on every S$1,500 spent each month.
What it all adds up to: Mari Credit Card is the ideal option for those who want a rewarding, fee-transparent option when travelling or spending overseas.
*Subject to qualifying criteria. T&Cs apply.
Use Mari Credit Card Overseas
What benefits can I enjoy on Shopee with Mari Credit Card?
Shopee users, rejoice! The Mari Credit Card brings a slew of unique privileges to make your online shopping even more enjoyable.
Seamless experience with Instant Checkout
As a MariBank customer, you can complete your Shopee purchases without even having to input your credit card number. This feature is called Instant Checkout, and is designed for swift and secure payments when you shop at Shopee.
Use Mari Credit Card Instant Checkout to earn 1.5% unlimited Shopee Coins on your Shopee Spends.
You can redeem Shopee Coins (100 coins = S$1) to pay for your Shopee purchases, no minimum spend required. Up to 30% of your total purchase can be offset using Shopee Coins, with a redemption limit of 1,000 Shopee Coins every 24 hours.
To enjoy this convenient feature, all you need to do is to link your MariBank account to your Shopee account using the Shopee App, as follows:
1. Log in to your Shopee app.
2. Select an item to check out on Shopee.
3. Under Payment Methods on the Checkout page, activate your Mari Credit Card Instant Checkout.
Split Payment—0% instalment payment plans
Need to split up a large purchase? No problem. Simply choose an instalment payment plan known as Split Payment at 0% interest. With a variety of plans available – ranging from 3, 6, 12 and 18 months – you have greater flexibility to manage your expenses.
Mari Credit Card New User Promotions
What fees and charges are there for Mari Credit Card?
| Fees and Charges |
|---|
Annual fee | No fees |
Overlimit fee | None |
Late payment fee | None (nominal interest and late interest still apply) |
Foreign currency transaction fee | None (w.e.f 1 Jan 2026) |
Currency conversion fee | 1% (Charged by Mastercard) |
How to apply for Mari Credit Card?
• Age 21 years and above
• Singaporean Citizens or Permanent Residents
• Minimum annual income S$30,000 (or S$15,000 for those over 55)
• Foreigners with valid pass**
• At least 6 months pass validity and
• With Singapore address updated on Singpass
**Foreigners aged 21 years and above, holding either Dependant's Pass, Employment Pass, Long-Term Visit Pass, Long-Term Visit Pass-Plus, Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass, Personalised Employment Pass, S Pass or Student's Pass and has a pass validity of ≥ 6 months as at the date of application submission.
• Singaporean Citizens/Permanent Residents: No additional documents required.
• Foreigners with valid pass type: You are required to submit a clear photo of your passport details page during the application.
All other information will be retrieved directly via MyInfo with Singpass.
Follow these steps to apply for Mari Credit Card:
1. If you’re not a MariBank customer, download the MarBank app and register with a Singapore mobile number.
2. Once done, login to your MariBank app to apply for Mari Credit Card.
a. Tap Mari Credit Card on the Home screen
i. Tap Get Card Now or Apply
ii. Register for a Mari Credit Card digitally with Singpass
iii. You will be issued with a virtual card upon successful application
If you prefer, you can order your physical Mari Credit Card during application or at any time via the app.
Who should use the Mari Credit Card? After reviewing its rewards, features, and benefits, it’s clear that the Mari Credit Card is best suited for everyday spenders who want unlimited cashback; travellers seeking to avoid FX fees and earn extra cashback overseas; as well as fans of Shopee who want to maximise their dollar when shopping online.
So if you want a fuss-free and rewarding card for local spend, online purchases or overseas travel, why not give the Mari Credit Card a try.
Disclaimer
1 The 1.5% Cashback is only applicable for eligible card spend in Singapore Dollars which are posted to your Card Account on or after 1 Jan 2026. Please refer to the Terms and Conditions Governing Cashback for Mari Credit Card for transactions that are not eligible for Cashback.
2 From 1 Jan 2026, all foreign currency transactions (including overseas and online transactions) which are posted to your Mari Credit Card account will not be subject to the prevailing charge and fee in the Mari Credit Card: Interest, Fees and Charges table, which can be found here.
3 The 1.5% Cashback is only applicable for Eligible Overseas Spend in foreign currencies (non-Singapore Dollars) up to a maximum amount of S$1,500 of Eligible Overseas Spends in a Relevant Month. For more information, please refer to the Spend Overseas with Mari Credit Card: Promotion Terms & Conditions (valid till 31 Dec 2026) which apply.
4 For the FX Rates with Mari Credit Card Promotion Terms & Conditions which apply, please see here. Valid till 31 Dec 2026.
5 Awarded in Shopee Coins for eligible transactions using the Mari Credit Card Instant Checkout payment method on Shopee. The Earn 1.5% Shopee Coins on Shopee Spend with Mari Credit Card (2026): Promotion will end on 31 Dec 2026. For full promotion terms and conditions, read here.
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