- No international transaction fees
- No currency conversion fees
- No annual fee
- Flight Delay Pass gives you and four friends access to airport lounges, drinks and Wi-Fi if your flight is delayed
- Shoppers Protection option
- Free to pay off when using the ‘transfer from my bank’ option
- Free Global Wi-Fi at more than 1 million hotspots worldwide
- Free emergency card replacement worldwide
- Latitude Pay Any Way offers you the convenience and security of paying with Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, Fitbit Pay, Google Pay and Garmin Pay
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Latitude 28° Global Platinum Mastercard
Updated 9 June 2020
No fees on overseas purchases when travelling or when shopping online. Latitude Pay Any Way offers you the convenience and security of paying with Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, Fitbit Pay, Google Pay and Garmin Pay.
Purchase Rate (p.a)
21.99%
Balance Transfer (p.a)
N/A
Annual Fee (p.a)
$0
Pros and cons
- Whenever you make a payment off the card using BPAY you are charged a payment handling fee of $0.95 (online) & $2.50 (in person).
- Purchase and cash advance rate of 21.99% p.a.
- 3% or at least $4 ATM Fee when travelling internationally and taking as a cash advance, even if in debit
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Editor Review
Latitude 28° Global Platinum Mastercard
Roland Bleyer
Credit Card Expert with over 15 years card experience and the founder of Creditcard.com.au. Ask Roland a Question about this card.
Latitude 28 Degrees Global Platinum Mastercard
The Latitude 28 Degrees Global Platinum Mastercard won the 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 Canstar Award for Outstanding Value Travel Credit Card and has a 5 star rating. It won for three simple reasons: no currency conversion fee, no international transaction fees and no annual fee.
What's great...
Among the travel orientated cards there are usually a lot of fees, but this is one product that addresses that. That’s something to make even the most world weary traveler smile. It also comes with free worldwide emergency card replacement if you happen to loose your card and a Flight Delay Pass gives you and four friends access to airport lounges, drinks and Wi-Fi if your flight is delayed.
You don't need to be travelling to benefit from using this card as you pay no overseas fees on purchases made online in different currencies. This is great for people that like to shop on overseas websites. Most cards charge around a 3% foreign exchange fee. This means that you are hit for 3% of the purchase price straight away. Not with the Latitude 28 Degrees Global Platinum Mastercard.
The shoppers protection is an interesting feature. This is great if you pay off your card in full each month. You get a whole range of insurance options for the cost of 1% (max of $50) of your closing balance. You get repayment cover, 20k life insurance plus stolen card protection.
What's not so great...
The purchase and cash advance rate is a high 21.99% p.a., but with up to 55 days interest free this can be avoided if you pay off the balance off in full. With these types of interest rates you want to make sure you pay the card off in full each statement period.
You get charged every time you make a payment off the card via bpay (if you don't use the free transfer by bank account option available). You get charged a payment handling fee of $0.95 (online) & $2.50 (in person). This ads up over time but can be avoided through a direct bank account transfer.
Overall
This is a credit card hard to beat when travelling overseas or buying online from non-Australian sites. It offers a convenient way to pay for your expenses with no currency conversion fee, no international transaction fees and no annual fee. Awesome credit card that doesn't cost you anything having it in your wallet.
User reviews
Rates and fees
Interest rates
Purchase rate 21.99% p.a.
Cash advance rate 21.99% p.a.
Interest free period on purchases up to 55 days
Credit limits
Minimum credit limt $6,000
Maximum credit limit $20,000
Fees & repayments
Annual fee $0 p.a.
Additional card holder fee Up to 9 at no extra cost
Foreign transaction fee 0%
Minimum repayment
Cash advance fee 3%
Late payment fee $30
Additional features
Complimentary insurance
International Travel Insurance No
Flight Inconvenience Insurance No
Transit Accident Insurance No
Smartphone Screen Insurance No
Purchase Protection Insurance Yes
Extended Warranty Insurance No
Rental Vehicle Excess In Australia Insurance No
Extras
No international transaction fees on purchases
No foreign currency conversion fees
No overseas ATM withdrawal fee
Free Global Wi-Fi at more than 1 million hotspots worldwide
Flight Delay Pass gives you and four friends access to airport lounges, drinks and Wi-Fi if your flight is delayed
Eligible with Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, Fitbit Pay, Google Pay and Garmin Pay
Overview
Latitude 28° Global Platinum Mastercard
The Latitude 28 Degrees Global Platinum Mastercard is an international credit card that offers no international transaction fees on purchases with no annual fee. If you make a payment off the card through BPAY, you are charged a payment handling fee of $0.95 (online) & $2.50 (in person). You can avoid this fee by using the ‘transfer from my bank’ option that is entirely free of any fees or charges. The overseas shopping part is where you win but if you want to get cash out there is a charge of 3% or $4 (whichever is greater). This cash advance fee applies if the card is in debit or credit. The Latitude 28 Degrees Global Platinum Mastercard also comes with Mastercard PayPass, CHIP technology, fraud protection, shoppers protection (optional) and secure 24 hour online service centre. With this card you can also enjoy free fast, premium quality Global Wi-Fi at more than 1 million hotspots worldwide.
Key features
- No annual fee
- No international transaction fees on purchases
- No currency conversion fees
- Flight Delay Pass gives you and four friends access to airport lounges, drinks and Wi-Fi if your flight is delayed
- Free Global Wi-Fi at more than 1 million hotspots worldwide
- Free emergency card replacement worldwide
- Latitude Pay Any Way offers you the convenience and security of paying with Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, Fitbit Pay, Google Pay and Garmin Pay
- Shoppers Protection - for 1% of your monthly closing balance, up to a maximum of $50 a month. If you pay your balance off in full each month there is no fee.
- Repayment Cover: Pays 10% of your monthly closing balance while you're off work, for up to a maximum of 3 years if you can't work due to illness or injury and for up to a year if you're unemployed.
- Stolen Card Protection: If your 28 Degrees Platinum Mastercard is stolen, you will get $200 to your account for the inconvenience.
- Fraud Protection Cover
Minimum criteria to apply for this card
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Be over 18 years old
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Good Credit and have not applied for multiple credit cards recently
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Australian permanent resident
You have your personal details ready to complete the online application
Roland B Bleyer founded Creditcard.com.au in 2005 and has extensive knowledge about credit cards. He personally answers all questions and write the editor reviews for each card here. Always keen to share his passion to educate consumers and help you select better suited credit cards.
Recently Asked Questions
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Hi Andrew,
Can I have additional card holders?
I just saw that I have been changed a late fee for not paying on time.
I have never missed a payment before, I just had my 3rd child and my wife was in hospital for a longer then expected time and I has been running around with the other 2 kids.
Are you able to remove this late fee?
Hi Andrew, you would need to reach out to Latitude directly https://www.28degreescard.com.au/contact-us/
Hi, can you confirm if I am able to reduced my 28 Degree Credit card limit to $5000 if it is a platinum mastercard? I am applying for HL finance and they have confirmed this is the maximum i can have as a c/card Limit
Hi Terry, the 28 Degrees has a minimum $6,000 limit. As a minimum limit, this is the lowest it can go. The only solution would be to cancel your Latitude Card. Then look to get another card in the future to replace it. Or go back to HL and let them know that the minimum is 6 and that is all you can do.
How to log in your account
Hi Hira, you login through this. https://28degrees-online.latitudefinancial.com.au/access/login. If you are not registered then go here - https://28degrees-online.latitudefinancial.com.au/access/registration
Hi I´m Gerhard
I live in Germany an visit my family in Camberwell every year.
i´ve an account at an australian Bank and look for a fee free international credit card.
Is it possible to get your card in connection with ma australian account ?
thanks for answering
Gerhard
Hi Gerhard, you need to be residing in Australia to apply for an Australian credit card. Additionally you would need income from Australian sources. Having an Australian bank account is not a minimum requirement for any credit card. This card requirements are. To be eligible you must be: At least 18 years of age and a permanent resident of Australia.
What is the tap and go limit .how long before I receive my card after I apply
Hi Shane, application processing has slowed in covid-19. I would expect 5-10 working days from approval. Tap and go limit is current still $200 with a range of major stores. Many stores are still on $100.
Where do I apply
I am an international student, can I apply for this?
Hi Rashmin, you need to be a permanent resident to apply for this card.
Hi Roland,
I booked over $10k on my card for a group to go to Bali this month and paid the card off straight away. Now with Covid19, all the accommodation and flights are being refunded to my card. Am i able to withdraw that money without being penalised with cash advance charges ??
Hi Debbles, you still get hit for the cash advance fee even if you are in debit. I have tried this before on my 28 Degrees card. The only have to use it without charges would be make further purchases on the card.
I need a email address to send my tax return to , to verify my income
Hi David, I believe its through https://documents.latitudefinancial.com.au/. If you need assistance reach our to Latitude directly - https://www.28degreescard.com.au/contact-us/
I am already a current cardholder. It wont accept my password and even though I have tried to reboot is as instructed I have had no reply. My account is due on 1st May and I would like to pay it. Please advise.
Hi Rhona, you can make payment via bpay - Use biller code 150615. Then as reference use your card number. This does attract a $0.95 fee. Though this is much better than a late payment. You can try and get hold of latitude through their customer service. Though I know they are struggling with COVID at the moment.
I would like to pay someone online into their bank account from my 28 degrees account.
Hi Neil, this would be a cash advance. There is no way to do it through your 28 Degrees card direct. You would need to go to an ATM or bank. Then pull out the cash. Then put it into their bank account. Or longer, put in your bank account, then transfer online to them.
I have a CREDIT balance in my 28Degree credit card.
How can I TRANSFER this credit balance to another bank's everyday account??
Hi Michael, not sure. You can go into your bank and get cash out from the card. Then deposit that into the bank account you wish. When you say credit, I assume that you mean debit. That is you have more money on the card than your credit limit. All cash transactions will be hit with cash advance fees. You could reach out to 28 Degrees credit card customer service. Then see if they could put any amount you are in debit to another bank account.
How do I find the BPAY details for my 28 degrees mastercard?
Hi Melissa, To make a payment, use the Latitude 28° Global Platinum Mastercard Biller Code (150615), and your credit card number as the reference number.
What is the current limit on any tap and go purchase?
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Hi Barry, I read that they have increased the tap and go limit to $200 now. This is just while Convid19 is active.
How long does it take to get the refund from 28 degrees credit card to a bank account? It already appeared in my credit card statement as an EFT refund dated March 20, 2020 but I have not received the money in my bank account yet.
Hi Regina, you would think within 10 business days. I know that Latitude are struggling with all forms of customer service and delivery right now. You can reach out to them here https://www.facebook.com/latitudefinancialservices/
Which bank atms can I use to withdraw money from card. My card is currently in credit
regards
Hi Peter, any ATMs that accept Mastercard which tend to be nearly all of them. You can also go into the bank and pull money out. Best to go to a branch where you bank at to ask them but any should do it.
josh
6 February 2020Being a no annual fee & no foreign transaction fee card make it a no brainier choice. Be careful about the high interest rate though.
Recommends this cardPatrick
12 July 2018Been using this card for years all over the world. Works perfectly. Now also use it using Samsung Pay without any issues. Customer Service is a call away with reasonable call response times.
Recommends this cardJake
24 June 2018This card is still great for travel assuming normal use. I can't speak for the preloading and cash withdrawal aspect, but I use another bank for this anyway, so don't need it. It's a little odd that a few people havent quite worked out how to pay their balances off without incurring the $0.95 fee, but there are options such as direct debit/ account transfer. It's dead simple to avoid any fees. Have used the purchase protection several times in Aus on large items which later went on sale that year. Saved about $200 each time, so well worth having.
Recommends this cardGreg
18 May 2018Can’t fault this card, it’s been in my wallet for years and don’t pay an annual fee. I always use it overseas
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7 December 2017ABSOLUTELY EXCELLENT FOR OVERSEAS. PAYING IN LOCAL CURRENCY. 95c charge when I pay off full balance when I get home, BIG DEAL! HOWEVER !!!!!!!! The online site is a NIGHTMARE. It NEVER accepts my user name or password, this year or last year ! Even when verified by the company......THERE SEEMS TO BE AN ERROR. Just logged in today with correct user/password....next screen tells me, SORRY YOU HAVE LOST YOUR CARD !!!! They have introduced a live text chat which is excellent while sitting in your hotel room in EL NIDO. ONE MORE THING... DONT request a second card. Tried twice...SORRY, NO RECORD OF APPLICATION. Gave up. My rating really only considers Annual Fee and customer service.
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23 September 2016I tried to get this card 2 years ago. Despite having assets of over $2 million, having almost zero debt and having a credit rating which few people could come close I was denied the card. The reason: I was retired and did not qualify on an income basis. This is the first time in over 45 years I have been refused a banking product. I now have a Citibank debit card which does the job I need. GE needs to get with the times and value customers with a lifetime track record.
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11 September 2013Fantastic card to travel & if you load it up before you go & pay it off before interest charges are incurred it costs you nothing. Only disadvantage is that you can't lock in the exchange rate like you can with cash cards but on the plus side you can get cash in any currency you need. Wouldn't travel without it!
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14 May 2013This is gold for travelling - I use it as a debit card by loading it with cash before I go - so no foreign % fee or ATM fee from GE. No credit charges. Accepted way more than a debit card.. spot on!
Recommends this cardFrancine Smart
28 January 2013I got the 28 degrees after a heads up from a friend. I travel a lot and wanted to save on using my card overseas. This card means I can save some serious money on fees no currency conversion fees, and no fees for taking money out overseas either - sweet. More people should know about this
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