ICICI Expression Credit Card credit card
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ICICI Expression Credit Card

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7.9
CardTrail Score
Very Good
out of 10
Net Value
9.4
Accessibility
8.5
Feature Depth
4.5
Bank Trust
8.5
How we score →
Annual Fee
₹499
Spend Rs 1.5L/year
Forex Markup
3.5%
Reward Rate
1%
Up to 3%
Lounge Access
4
domestic | 0 intl

About This Card

The ICICI Expression Credit Card lets you customize your card design from 175+ options while earning 3 PAYBACK Points per Rs 100 on shopping. The Rs 100 off on 2 movie tickets monthly via BookMyShow is a standout perk. Zero joining fee with Rs 499 annual fee from year 2.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Zero joining fee
  • Personalize your card design from 175+ options
  • Rs 2,400/year savings on BookMyShow movies
  • Domestic lounge access (1/quarter)

Cons

  • Rs 499 annual fee from 2nd year (Rs 1.5L waiver is steep)
  • PAYBACK points have limited redemption value
  • Fuel surcharge waiver only at HPCL stations
  • Transport reward cap of Rs 10K/month (from Feb 2026)

Fee Details

Annual Fee
₹499
Joining Fee
Free
Fee Waiver Condition
Spend Rs 1.5L/year
Fuel Surcharge Waiver
Yes
EMI Conversion
Yes

Reward Structure

Base Rate
1%
Max Rate
3%
Currency
PAYBACK Points
Welcome Bonus
None

Lounge Access

Domestic Lounges
4
per quarter
International Lounges
0

Key Highlights

  • Customizable card design from 175+ options
  • 3 PAYBACK Points per Rs 100 on retail shopping
  • Rs 100 off on 2 movie tickets/month via BookMyShow (Rs 2,400/year value)
  • 15%+ discount on dining at 2,500+ restaurants
  • 1 complimentary domestic lounge visit per quarter

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Quick Summary

Best For
lifestyle movies
Annual Fee ₹499
Base Reward 1%
Max Reward 3%
Forex Markup 3.5%
Network Visa
Min Income ₹3L+

CardTrail Score

7.9
/ 10

Scored across rewards, fees, lounge access, forex, and overall value. Methodology.

Best For

lifestyle movies

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