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Niyo Global Card vs Scapia Federal Bank Credit Card

Best zero-forex cards for Indian travellers — debit vs credit

Niyo Global Card
Forex fee
None
ATM fee
Free*
Score
8.8/10
Scapia Federal Bank Credit CardWinner
Forex fee
None
ATM fee
2.5%
Score
8.5/10

Scapia Federal Bank Credit Card winsBest zero-forex cards for Indian travellers — debit vs credit

Category
Niyo Global Card
Scapia Federal Bank Credit Card
Forex fee
None
None
Card type
Credit gives rewards and no preloading
Debit (prepaid)
Credit card
ATM free tier
3 withdrawals/month
None (2.5% fee)
Annual fee
Free
Free for life
Rewards
Minimal
Travel reward points
Setup difficulty
Simple (debit, no credit check)
Requires credit approval
TCS applicability
Yes (above ₹7L/year)
Yes (above ₹7L/year)

Verdict

Both Niyo Global and Scapia charge zero forex markup — the most important factor for Indian travellers. Scapia edges ahead because it's a credit card (no preloading, earn rewards, better for planned travel spends) with no annual fee. Niyo Global wins on simplicity and ATM access (3 free withdrawals/month). If you travel frequently and want rewards, Scapia. If you want a simple zero-fee debit card with no credit check, Niyo.

Frequently asked questions

Niyo Global Card

Zero forex markup card for Indian travellers — spend in 150+ countries at real exchange rates.

Forex feeNone
ATMFree*
MonthlyFree
Score8.8/10
Full Niyo Global Card review
Winner

Scapia Federal Bank Credit Card

Zero forex markup credit card for Indian travellers — no annual fee, reward points on travel spends.

Forex feeNone
ATM2.5%
MonthlyFree (no annual fee)
Score8.5/10
Full Scapia Federal Bank Credit Card review