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HDFC Swiggy Credit Card

HDFC Swiggy Credit Card

HDFC Bank

Last updated: Feb 03, 2026

RetailFood DeliveryRestaurantsE-commerce
Annual Fee

500

Joining Fee

500

Forex Fee

2%

Lounge Access

No lounge access

The Swiggy HDFC Credit Card is co-branded with Swiggy — offering up to 10% cashback on Swiggy spends and attractive rewards elsewhere.

Features of HDFC Swiggy Credit Card which makes it unique

Swiggy One membership

Complimentary 3-month Swiggy One membership on card activation, offering free deliveries and additional benefits on eligible Swiggy orders.

Savings on food delivery & delivery fees

Better for frequent Swiggy users

Cashback Credited as Swiggy Money

All earned cashback is credited directly as Swiggy Money, making it easy to redeem on food delivery, Instamart, and Dineout.

Instant in-app usability

Simpler than reward points


Rewards Structure of HDFC Swiggy Credit Card

Swiggy app (food, Instamart, dineout)

accelerated

Swiggy app & services

Reward Rate:10% cashback
Monthly Cap:₹1,500 per billing cycle

Excludes Swiggy wallet, liquor, and Swiggy Minis

High Cashback on Swiggy: Earn 10% cashback on eligible Swiggy spends including food delivery, Instamart, and Dineout. Cashback is credited as Swiggy Money and is subject to a monthly cap of ₹1,500.

online shopping

accelerated

Eligible online merchant transactions

Reward Rate:5% cashback
Monthly Cap:₹1,500 per cycle

Excludes EMI, wallet loads, gift cards, and fuel

Bonus Cashback on Online Spends: Earn 5% cashback on eligible online shopping transactions. Cashback is credited as Swiggy Money and is subject to a combined monthly cap as per card terms.

all other spends (except fuelwallet)

base

All eligible retail transactions not covered under accelerated categories

Reward Rate:1% cashback
Monthly Cap:No cap

Excludes fuel, rent, wallet loads, EMI transactions, cash withdrawal, and fees

Standard Cashback: Earn 1% cashback on all eligible spends that do not qualify for accelerated cashback categories. Cashback is credited as Swiggy Money.

Milestones of HDFC Swiggy Credit Card

Welcome Benefit

₹10,000 within 90 days of card issuance : ₹1,000 Swiggy Money

Joining Spend Bonus: Get ₹1,000 worth of Swiggy Money on spending ₹10,000 within the first 90 days from card issuance. The reward is credited to the linked Swiggy account after eligibility is met.

Annual Fee Waiver

₹2,00,000 in a card anniversary year : ₹500 annual fee waived

Fee Waiver Benefit: The annual renewal fee is waived if total eligible spends reach ₹2 lakh or more in the card anniversary year.

Fees & Charges of HDFC Swiggy Credit Card

Fee & AmountFee Value
Joining Fee
₹500+ Applicable Charges
Annual Fee
₹500+ Applicable Charges
Forex Markup Fee
2%
Cash Advance Fee
2.5%
Late Payment Fee
₹101–₹1,300
Over Limit Fee
2.5%
Returned Payment Fee
₹500
Cash Withdrawal Fee
2.50%of the amount withdrawn (minimum ₹500)

Renewal Conditions:Waived if annual spends ≥ ₹2,00,000 before renewal date


Fee Explanation Standard HDFC late and penalty charges apply

Detailed Explanation of HDFC Swiggy Credit Card Fees

Forex Markup Fee: 2.0% (Per transaction)

GST extra

International Spends: A forex markup of 2% is charged on all foreign currency transactions. Effective cost becomes ~2.36% including GST.

Cash Withdrawal Fee: 2.5% of the amount withdrawn (minimum ₹500) (Per transaction)

GST extra, interest from day one

Cash Advance Charges: Cash withdrawals attract immediate interest with no interest-free period.

Late Payment Fee: ₹100–₹1,300 (Per billing cycle)

Slab-based, GST extra

Payment Delay Penalty: For Statement Balance: Up to Rs. 100 Nil Rs. 101 to Rs. 500 Rs. 100 Rs. 501 to Rs. 1,000 Rs. 500 Rs. 1,001 to Rs. 5,000 Rs. 600 Rs. 5,001 to Rs. 10,000 Rs. 750 Rs. 10,001 to Rs. 25,000 Rs. 900 Rs. 25,001 to Rs. 50,000 Rs. 1,100 More than Rs. 50,000 Rs. 1,300

Over Limit Fee: 2.5% (Per instance)

GST extra

Credit Limit Breach: Charged when total outstanding exceeds the approved credit limit.

Returned Payment Fee: ₹500 (Per instance)

GST extra

Failed Payment Charge: Applied when a payment fails due to insufficient funds or bank rejection.

Additional Features of HDFC Swiggy Credit Card

Contactless Payments

Tap & pay enabled

Subject to terminal support and transaction limits

Quick & Secure Payments: Supports contactless Tap & Pay transactions for faster checkout at enabled POS terminals.

Card Network

Visa

Global acceptance

Wide Acceptance: Issued on the Visa network, allowing domestic and international usage wherever Visa is accepted.

Digital Card Access

Instant virtual card via HDFC app

Available after card approval

Instant Usage: A virtual card is generated instantly after approval and can be used for online transactions before the physical card arrives.

Welcome Bonus with HDFC Swiggy Credit Card

Welcome Bonus: 3 months Swiggy One membership (₹1,199 value)
Bonus Conditions: On new card issuance

Application Process for HDFC Swiggy Credit Card

Processing Time

Instant approval; card delivered in 7–10 working days

Online Application

Available

Instant Approval

Available

Step-by-Step Process

1

Visit HDFC Swiggy credit card application page

Start Online Application: Apply through the Swiggy app or HDFC Bank’s official website by selecting the HDFC Swiggy Credit Card.

2

Fill your details & submit KYC docs

Complete KYC: Enter personal, employment, and income details, then complete Aadhaar-based video KYC or document verification.

3

Verification by bank

Bank Review: HDFC Bank verifies your application, credit profile, and submitted documents.

4

Card dispatched in a few days

Card Delivery: On approval, a virtual card is issued instantly and the physical card is delivered within 7–10 working days.

Required Documents for HDFC Swiggy Credit Card

ID Proof

All applicants

Accepted documents:

PANAadhaar

Identity Verification: PAN is mandatory for credit card issuance. Aadhaar is commonly used for identity verification and video KYC.

Address Proof

All applicants

Accepted documents:

AadhaarPassportVoter IDDriving Licence

Address Verification: The address proof must match the current residential address of the applicant.

Income Proof

Salaried / Self-employed (as applicable)

Accepted documents:

Salary slipsBank statementITR

Income Assessment: Income documents are required to assess eligibility and credit limit. Requirements may vary based on applicant profile.


HDFC Swiggy Credit Card Merchant Acceptance Network

Domestic Acceptance

Wide across India

International Acceptance

Yes (Visa / Mastercard network)

Online Acceptance

Yes

Payment Technologies

Contactless PaymentsSupported

Mobile Wallet Support:

GPayPhonePePaytmothers

Excluded Merchants

fuelrentwallet transactionsgambling

Eligibility Criteria for HDFC Swiggy Credit Card

Quick Eligibility Check

Minimum Age

21+

Credit Score

700+

Citizenship

Indian only

Income Requirements

Salaried Applicants

180,000

Minimum annual income

Self-Employed Applicants

600,000

Minimum annual income

Who Can Apply

Salaried, Self-employed

Important Conditions

  1. Valid PAN, Aadhaar, must be salaried Indian national
  2. Identity Proof:- Passport Aadhaar card Voter ID Driving licence PAN card Passport size photographs
  3. Address Proof:- Utility bills (electricity, water, gas, or telephone) Rental agreement Passport Aadhaar card Voter ID
  4. Income Proof:- Salary slips (for salaried individuals) Income Tax Returns (ITR) Form 16 Bank statements

How Approval Is Decided

  • Indian resident
  • Age 21–60 years
  • Net monthly income ≥ ₹15,000 (for salaried)
  • Credit score & banking criteria per HDFC norms

Pros of HDFC Swiggy Credit Card

  • Simple co-brand benefits aligned to food/deliverySwiggy-focused benefits: Simple co-branded rewards structure designed for frequent food delivery, Instamart, and dining spends on Swiggy.
  • 10% cashback on SwiggyHigh cashback on Swiggy: Earn 10% cashback on eligible Swiggy spends including food delivery, Instamart, and Dineout (monthly cap applies).
  • 5% on online shoppingStrong online shopping rewards: Offers 5% cashback on eligible online shopping transactions, which is higher than most entry-level cashback cards.

Cons of HDFC Swiggy Credit Card

  • Strict caps per billing cycleMonthly cashback caps: Cashback is subject to strict monthly category-wise limits, which can restrict overall savings for heavy spenders.
  • Annual fee if not meeting spend criteriaAnnual fee if spend not met: Annual fee is charged if the ₹2 lakh spend threshold is not achieved in the card anniversary year.
  • Limited benefits outside Swiggy / onlineLimited value outside Swiggy: Rewards are less attractive for offline retail, travel, fuel, and other non-online spending categories.

Frequently Asked Questions about HDFC Swiggy Credit Card


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