Once you’re set up in the system and have your bank accounts set up, you will want to get a Singapore Credit Card to conduct business. The following some of the cards that I use and have referral links where indicated. If you apply by clicking through the links, you and I will both get statement credits on our cards upon approval, at no cost to you.
American Express KrisFlyer Ascend: This card will give you accelerated upgrade to KrisFlyer Elite Gold membership tier, 1.2 KrisFlyer miles for every S$1 spent on all your eligible purchases, and complimentary one night stay at Hilton properties.
American Express Platinum Credit Card: This was one of the first credit cards that I got. Occasionally you may run into a promotion (like I did) where if you sign up in a mall at one of their kiosks, you get the card for free for life. Enjoy year-round privileges and savings of up to 50% off your food bill at Love Dining restaurants, and up to S$200 Lifestyle Credit that can be used with trending restaurants or fashion brands.
American Express Platinum Charge Card: While the $1,700 annual fee on this card may appear steep, but it offers a complimentary stay at premium hotels, complimentary lounge access for you and a guest at over 1,400 lounges in 650 cities, $200 airline credit, $400 dining credit, $400 lifestyle credit, $204 Entertainment Credit, and a lot more in benefits.
UoB KrisFlyer Mastercard: Earn KrisFlyer frequent flyer miles with eligible spend on the UoB KrisFlyer Mastercard. Occasionally, they run promotions with bonus miles at the time of signing up.
DBS Altitude: 2.2 miles per S$1 spend and 2 free lounge visits at over 1,700 airport lounges and travel experiences worldwide within each 12-month period of membership.
HSBC Revolution Everyday Card: 10X Reward points with online spending. No minimum spend required! Enjoy 10X Reward points when you shop online with your HSBC Revolution Card. 1X Reward point for all other types of spending. There’s no cap on the Reward points you can earn on everything else! In addition, 1-for-1 dining benefits with The Entertainer.