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Is a Standard Chartered credit card good for small business owners?

Diya Ranjan

Asked 12 Jun 2026

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Reviews of Standard Chartered credit cards mostly highlight rewards but rarely mention downsides. Is it really worth it for freelancers?

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Sandeep Mahanta·22 Apr 2026

I've held this card for 3 years. Quick reality check: the welcome benefit is good, the first-year fee waiver is easy, but from year 2 onwards you really have to work for the milestone benefits. Don't keep it if your monthly spend drops below the milestone threshold.

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Girish Sarangi·18 May 2026

Honestly, the annual fee is on the higher side. But if you spend consistently on the accelerated categories, the cashback more than offsets it. I did the maths on my own statement last year and came out ahead by about ₹3,200.

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