Commonwealth Bank Credit Cards

Pauline Hatch, Financial Expert at CreditCard.com.au     

Commonwealth Bank – also known as CBA or CommBank – is one of Australia’s Big Four banks. As one of the largest and best-known banks in the country, it's a popular choice for customers looking for credit cards and bank accounts, home loans and personal loans, insurance and superannuation. In terms of credit cards, it offers a full suite of options, from low fee and low rate cards, to rewards cards and cards with prestige perks.

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Commonwealth Bank of Australia

With a long history that spans more than a century, CommBank has seen a lot over the years. As a multinational bank, CommBank has businesses across Asia, New Zealand, the United States and the United Kingdom, and it remains one of the largest banks in the Southern Hemisphere.

Here in Australia, CommBank provides a wide range of services, including retail, business and institutional banking, superannuation and insurance. Under its umbrella are brands like Bankwest and Commonwealth Securities (CommSec).

But what about credit cards? CommBank's current range covers interest-free, low rate, low fee and rewards cards, plus personal liability cards for business owners. Since 29 September 2026, CommBank's rewards cards earn CommBank Yello points, replacing the old CommBank Awards program.

CommBank Credit Cards

Choosing between the various CommBank credit cards on offer means knowing what’s available and understanding what each option can offer you.

Interest-Free CommBank Credit Cards

The CommBank Neo charges 0% p.a. interest and no late fees. Instead, you pay a flat monthly fee of $15, $20 or $25 depending on your credit limit ($1,000, $2,000 or $3,000). The fee is waived in any statement period where you have no processed transactions and you’ve paid your previous closing balance in full. CommBank also offers an Interest-free Low Fee credit card with credit limits of $400 to $1,500.

CommBank Low Rate Credit Cards

The Commonwealth Bank Low Rate Credit Card offers a personalised purchase rate of 10.99% p.a. to 15.99% p.a., based on your credit profile and reviewed periodically. It charges a $6 monthly fee and gives you up to 55 days interest free on purchases.

Low Fee CommBank Credit Cards

The Commonwealth Bank Low Fee Credit Card has a 20.99% p.a. purchase rate and a $3 monthly fee, which is waived in any statement period where you spend at least $300 on the card.

CommBank Rewards Credit Cards

The CommBank Ultimate Credit Card earns 0.5 to 1.5 CommBank Yello points per $1 on eligible purchases depending on your Yello tier, with no international transaction fees, 2 airport lounge passes a year and access to included international travel insurance (conditions apply). Its $35 monthly fee is waived when you spend $4,000 in a statement period, but this waiver is removed from 1 January 2027. CommBank also offers a Smart credit card that earns CommBank Yello points, with a $19 monthly fee.

CommBank Business Credit Cards

For business owners, CommBank offers the Commonwealth Bank Business Low Rate Credit Card (no annual fee and a low purchase rate, but no interest-free days), the Commonwealth Bank Business Interest-Free Days Credit Card (up to 55 days interest free on purchases) and the CommBank Business Platinum Credit Card, which earns uncapped CommBank Yello points on eligible business spend. These are personal liability cards, which means you – not the business – are responsible for all amounts charged to the card.

Comparing CommBank Credit Cards

Before you apply for a CommBank credit card, it’s important to compare your options. Choosing the right option means understanding why each feature matters and what it could offer you.

If you’re looking for a basic, low cost card

Not everyone needs a credit card loaded with features and extras. Cards packed with features, and cards that earn rewards, generally charge more in fees and interest. If you don’t need these extras, a simple card such as the CommBank Neo, with a flat monthly fee and no interest, could help you keep costs predictable.

If you want to save money on fees

A low fee card such as the Commonwealth Bank Low Fee Credit Card could suit you if you use your card regularly and want to keep fees down. Spend at least $300 in a statement period and you won’t pay that month’s $3 fee. With its higher purchase rate though, it’s best not to carry a balance on this card.

If you’re looking to save on interest

If you tend to carry a balance, interest charges can really stack up. A low rate card such as the Commonwealth Bank Low Rate Credit Card could help you pay less interest when you don’t clear your balance month-to-month. If you’d rather not pay interest at all, the CommBank Neo replaces interest with a flat monthly fee.

If you want to earn rewards

CommBank’s rewards cards now earn CommBank Yello points. To earn and redeem points you’ll need to meet CommBank Yello eligibility criteria, including holding an eligible transaction account. You can redeem or transfer points through CommBank Yello in the CommBank app, and Ultimate cardholders can opt in to earn Qantas Points through the CommBank Yello Hub from 1 October 2026. Read our CommBank Ultimate Credit Card review to find out more.

If you want to enjoy some extras

Some credit cards are packed with extras, such as travel credits, airport lounge access and included insurances. These generally come at a cost, so it’s worth working out how much value you’d get from them compared with the card’s fees. On CommBank’s cards, the extras are mostly found on the Ultimate card, including monthly travel and dining credits, lounge passes and cracked screen cover. Always read the PDS to find out what any included insurance covers.

CommBank Introductory Offers

Credit card providers use introductory offers to entice new cardholders to sign up. Offers are always changing, so you need to know what to look out for – and why each one may work for you.

Cashback Offers

Some CommBank cards offer cashback to new cardholders who meet a minimum monthly spend for a set number of months. Check how much you need to spend each month, which transactions count, and whether you’re excluded because you’ve held a similar card recently.

Bonus Rewards Points Offers for New Cardholders

Crediting new cardholders with bonus rewards points, bonus points offers can provide a great boost to your points balance. To reveal the value in these offers, check whether a minimum spend is required to be eligible, and look at what the points equate to in terms of travel or gift cards.

Balance Transfer Offers

With a balance transfer offer, you pay low or no interest on a transferred balance over an introductory period. CommBank isn’t currently advertising a balance transfer offer on its credit cards, so if that’s what you’re after, compare balance transfer cards from other providers.

Choosing CommBank for a Credit Card

As one of Australia’s largest banks, Commonwealth Bank certainly has a lot to offer. By comparing the options available, you can decide whether a CommBank credit card is right for you. To find out more about each CommBank credit card, simply click through and read our review.

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LUKE

LUKE

18 July 2025
i want to increase my Mastercard Limit.
    Pauline - CreditCard.com.au

    Pauline

    23 July 2025
    Hi Luke, thanks for your message. As a third party credit card comparison site, we don’t have access to card account features or services, including credit limit increases. If your Mastercard is issued by Commonwealth Bank, you'll need to request a credit limit increase directly through their NetBank, CommBank app, or by contacting their support team. They’ll assess your request based on factors like your income, repayment history, and existing limits.
Christine

Christine

16 September 2024
We have a Diamond Platinum Comm Bank Credit Card and would like to pay less annual fee as we always pay our credit card within the 55 days. What card are we best to change to as we only spend about 2,500 to 3,000 per month?
    Pauline - CreditCard.com.au

    Pauline

    19 September 2024
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      Pauline

      20 September 2024
      Hi Christine, annual fees can definitely be a pain! It might be a good starting point to head over to our rewards credit card section of the site. You’ll be able to input your spend at the top of the table, and get an estimate of how many points you’ll earn. You can then sort by many features and one of these is the annual fee. You can then click through to my reviews to learn more about a card. Once you’ve assessed all the information, you can click through to the providers website to apply for the card. Hope this has pointed you in the right direction Christine. Thanks!
Roger

Roger

27 August 2024
Taking the Platimum Card for insurance travel is there a required amount of money to be transacted each month on the card to have insurance cover and if there is does this also affect the lowering of annual fees for the card .
    Pauline - CreditCard.com.au

    Pauline

    28 August 2024
    Hi Roger, CommBank’s Platinum card has been discontinued, but is still listed on its insurance page. It says to use the travel insurance you need to spend at least $500 of your prepaid travel costs on the card and activate it via Netbank, the CommBank app or by contacting Cover-More directly. You can find all the terms and eligibility requirements on CommBank’s website here. Using the insurance (or not) doesn’t impact your annual fees. Thanks Roger!
Ron

Ron

5 July 2023
with the new rate of $96.oo how many cards does the $96.00 cover
    Pauline - CreditCard.com.au

    Pauline

    6 July 2023
    Hi Ron, I believe you’re referring to the Commonwealth Bank Awards Credit Card. Their change to the $96 annual fee is per card. You can add additional cardholders for a small fee which is $10 per card currently. Hope this helps!
Mark

Mark

28 February 2023
I'm looking for a new credit card with a $30k limit to use in my business. What are the best options?
    Pauline - CreditCard.com.au

    Pauline

    1 March 2023
    Hi Mark, you can compare some of the business credit cards to see some of your options. Please note though that the credit limit you request may be different from what you get approved for. There’s also a bunch of fintechs who are launching “expense management cards” that are designed for those who need access to a larger line of credit.
Jis

Jis

19 March 2020
The Purchase rate is for all purchases made on the credit card or only if there is a payment delay?
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    Roland

    20 March 2020
    Hi Jis, yes all purchases. Cash advances are when you pull money from the ATM or over the counter.
Glenda Mongta

Glenda Mongta

6 March 2020
I have a credit card that is near being payoff during this time I closed it. I am in need of this money can I reopen my credit card.
    Roland B Bleyer - CreditCard.com.au Founder

    Roland

    9 March 2020
    Hi Glenda, if you have closed the credit card. Then you would need to apply again to get a new one if you wanted to use. If you simply have paid it down but still have the card (not cancelled). Then you can use it as you wish up until the credit limit.
Eithyn

Eithyn

12 April 2019
where can I apply for a mastercard
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