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HDFC Biz Black Metal Edition

HDFC Biz Black Metal Edition

Annual Fee

₹10,000

Rewards/₹100

₹3.33 - ₹19.16

Normalized to balance base rate with bonus categories

Interest Rate

23.88%

Credit Score

750+

At a Glance

Key Benefits

5X on tax/biz spends, unlimited lounges, golf, Club Marriott

Lounge Access

Unlimited domestic + international via Diners Club

Eligibility

Self-employed, ITR Rs.30L+, age 21-65

Quick Analysis

The HDFC Biz Black Metal Edition Credit Card is one of the best business credit cards in India, offering industry-leading 5X rewards on tax payments, unlimited global lounge access, and premium lifestyle benefits. With a net reward rate of up to 16.5% on accelerated categories and 3.3% on regular spends, it delivers exceptional value for self-employed professionals and business owners with substantial tax obligations. The Diners Club network limitation is the primary drawback, but HDFC floater cards help mitigate this.

Pros

  • Industry-first 5X rewards on Income Tax and GST payments
  • Unlimited domestic and international lounge access for primary and add-on cardholders
  • 6 complimentary golf games per quarter at 100+ global courses
  • Club Marriott membership with 20% off dining and stays
  • Up to Rs.20,000 in milestone vouchers per calendar year
  • 55-day interest-free credit period
  • Low forex markup of 2% with Global Value Program cashback

Cons

  • Diners Club network has limited acceptance at small merchants
  • Accelerated 5X rewards require minimum Rs.50,000 spend per statement cycle
  • No fuel surcharge waiver offered
  • Business insurance is a paid add-on (not complimentary)
  • High joining fee of Rs.10,000 + GST may deter small businesses

Best For

Business owners with Rs.30L+ ITR who make significant tax/GST payments and want premium travel benefits with unlimited lounge access and 5X rewards.

Not Ideal For

Salaried individuals, small businesses with low tax payments. Diners Club network has limited merchant acceptance. No fuel surcharge waiver.

Quick Details

Annual Fee
₹10,000 #80
Joining Fee
₹10,000 #78
Interest Rate
23.88% p.a. #1
Forex Markup
2.00% #7
Rewards/₹100
₹3.33 - ₹19.16 #1
Reward Type Reward Points
Points Expiry 36 months
Min Redemption 2,500 points
Reward Currency Points
Domestic Lounge Visits
Unlimited #1
International Lounge Visits
Unlimited #1
Min Credit Score These are observed patterns, not bank-published rules.
750+ #50
Min Annual Income These are observed patterns, not bank-published rules. ₹30,00,000
Card Material Metal Card
Card Replacement Fee ₹200
Foreign Currency Markup 2.00%
Late Payment Fee ₹950
EMI Processing Fee 1.00%
Reward Redemption Fee
Cash Processing Fee 2.50% (min ₹500)
GST Levy 18.00%
Rent Payment Fee 1.00%
Fee Waiver on Spend ₹7,50,000/yr

Card Features

Contactless International Usage EMI Conversion Balance Transfer Add-on Cards 24x7 Concierge Priority Support

Airport Lounge Access

Domestic Free
Unlimited

visits

Via Diners Club. Min 1 txn in previous month required. Active cardholders only.

International Free
Unlimited

visits

Via Diners Club card. Priority Pass not required. Min 1 txn in previous month.

Reward Structure

Base

All Spends

₹3.33 /₹100
Accel

Utility Bills

₹16.67 /₹100
Accel

Income Tax & GST Payments

₹16.67 /₹100
Accel

Travel

₹16.67 /₹100
Partner

Partner

₹16.67 /₹100
Cat

Shopping

₹33.33 /₹100
Cat

Grocery

₹3.33 /₹100
Base

Insurance Transactions

₹3.33 /₹100
Cat

Dining

₹3.33 /₹100

No Rewards On

Fuel Wallet Loads Rent Payments Education EMI Transactions

Reward Redemption

Redeem your Diners Reward Points for cashback, travel, and more

Best

SmartBuy Flights & Hotels

Flight Booking (Portal)
₹1.00/point

Max 70% booking value via points. Max 75,000 RP per calendar month.

Best

Business Catalogue (ClearTax, WeWork, Tally, Amazon for Business)

Gift Cards / Vouchers
₹1.00/point

Via Netbanking and SmartBuy. 70% of value redeemable via points.

Statement Credit

Cashback / Statement Credit
₹0.30/point

1:1 transfer ratio

Cashback Against Statement

Cashback / Statement Credit
₹0.30/point

Minimum 2,500 RP required for redemption.

SmartBuy

Travel Booking Portal
₹1.00/point

1:1 transfer ratio

InterMiles

Travel Booking Portal
₹0.50/point

1:1 transfer ratio

Finnair Plus

Airline ProgramOneworld
₹1.10/point

1:1 transfer ratio

KrisFlyer Airmiles

Airline Miles Transfer
₹1.00/point

1 RP = 1 Airmile. Via Netbanking only. Limited to KrisFlyer.

KrisFlyer

Airline ProgramStar Alliance
₹0.80/point

1:1 transfer ratio

1-3 Business Days

Aeroplan

Airline ProgramStar Alliance
₹0.55/point

2:1 transfer ratio

Avios

Airline ProgramOneworld
₹0.55/point

2:1 transfer ratio

Instant

Privilege Club

Airline ProgramOneworld
₹0.55/point

2:1 transfer ratio

Lotusmiles

Airline ProgramSkyTeam
₹0.55/point

1:1 transfer ratio

AirAsia Rewards

Airline Program
₹0.50/point

1:1 transfer ratio

MileagePlus

Airline ProgramStar Alliance
₹0.50/point

2:1 transfer ratio

LifeMiles

Airline ProgramStar Alliance
₹0.45/point

2:1 transfer ratio

Miles&Smiles

Airline ProgramStar Alliance
₹0.45/point

2:1 transfer ratio

Asia Miles

Airline ProgramOneworld
₹0.42/point

2:1 transfer ratio

Skywards

Airline Program
₹0.42/point

2:1 transfer ratio

Etihad Guest

Airline Program
₹0.40/point

2:1 transfer ratio

SpiceClub

Airline Program
₹0.40/point

1:1 transfer ratio

Royal Orchid Plus

Airline ProgramStar Alliance
₹0.35/point

2:1 transfer ratio

Wyndham

Hotel Program
₹0.55/point

1:1 transfer ratio

IHG One

Hotel Program
₹0.50/point

1:1 transfer ratio

Club ITC

Hotel Program
₹0.40/point

2:1 transfer ratio

Bonvoy

Hotel Program
₹0.35/point

2:1 transfer ratio

ALL

Hotel Program
₹0.30/point

2:1 transfer ratio

Radisson Rewards

Hotel Program
₹0.20/point

2:1 transfer ratio

Apple

Gift Card / Voucher
₹1.00/point

1:1 transfer ratio

Product Catalogue

Merchandise / Products
₹0.50/point

Via Netbanking and SmartBuy. 70% of value redeemable via points.

Catalogue

Merchandise Catalog
₹0.25/point

1:1 transfer ratio

Milestone Benefits

Welcome Bonus

Club Marriott Annual Membership + Taj Stay Voucher worth Rs.5,000 on spending Rs.1.5 lakh within 90 days of card issuance. First-time cardholders only.

Spend ₹1,50,000 within 90 days

₹5,000

value

Welcome Bonus

First year joining fee waived on spending Rs.1.5 lakh within 90 days of card issuance (fresh issuance only).

Spend ₹1,50,000 within 90 days

₹10,000

value

Milestone

SmartBuy Flight or Taj Stay Voucher worth Rs.5,000 on every Rs.5 lakh spent. Up to 4 vouchers (Rs.20,000) per calendar year.

Spend ₹5,00,000 within 365 days

₹5,000

value

Milestone

Second SmartBuy Flight or Taj Stay Voucher worth Rs.5,000 on Rs.10 lakh spent.

Spend ₹10,00,000 within 365 days

₹5,000

value

Milestone

Third SmartBuy Flight or Taj Stay Voucher worth Rs.5,000 on Rs.15 lakh spent.

Spend ₹15,00,000 within 365 days

₹5,000

value

Milestone

Fourth SmartBuy Flight or Taj Stay Voucher worth Rs.5,000 on Rs.20 lakh spent. Maximum Rs.20,000 vouchers per calendar year.

Spend ₹20,00,000 within 365 days

₹5,000

value

Renewal Benefit

Renewal fee waived on spending Rs.7.5 lakh or more in the anniversary year (12 billing cycles).

Spend ₹7,50,000 within 365 days

₹10,000

value

Lifestyle Perks

Concierge

100.00% off

24x7 Global Concierge for golf, dining, travel, events, gifts and VIP airport services.

Golf

6 /quarter

100.00% off

6 complimentary golf games per quarter at 15+ Indian and 100+ global courses. 100% green fee waiver.

Dining

20.00% off

Up to 20% off dining, stay & spa via Club Marriott. Up to 10% savings via Swiggy Dineout at 20K+ restaurants.

Spa

15.00% off

Up to 15% off on fitness memberships, pharmacy and wellness services.

Meet Greet

Airport VIP meet-and-greet service available through concierge. Skip check-in lines and baggage assistance.

Category Rankings

See how this card performs in different spending categories compared to other cards.

Dining #28 /53
3.3333 pts/₹100 Top 53%
Grocery #17 /49
3.3333 pts/₹100 Top 35%
Income Tax & GST Payments #1 /1
16.6667 pts/₹100 Top 100%
Insurance #3 /25
3.3333 pts/₹100 Top 12%
Partner/Brand #1 /5
16.6667 pts/₹100 Top 20%
Shopping #1 /51
33.3333 pts/₹100 Top 2%
Travel #5 /45
16.6667 pts/₹100 Top 12%
Utility Bills #1 /41
16.6667 pts/₹100 Top 3%

The HDFC Biz Black Metal Edition Credit Card is a super-premium business credit card designed for self-employed professionals and business owners. Built on the Diners Club network with a striking metal form factor, this card offers industry-first 5X rewards on Income Tax and GST payments, unlimited airport lounge access worldwide, and premium lifestyle benefits including golf and Club Marriott membership.

With a joining fee of Rs.10,000 plus GST (waivable on Rs.1.5 lakh spend in 90 days), the Biz Black Metal Edition delivers exceptional value for businesses with significant tax and operational expenditures, offering reward rates of up to 16.5% on accelerated categories through the SmartBuy platform.

What is HDFC Biz Black Metal Edition?

The HDFC Biz Black Metal Edition Credit Card is a premium metal business credit card issued by HDFC Bank on the Diners Club network. It is specifically designed for self-employed Indian citizens and business owners who file annual ITR above Rs.30 lakh.

  • This is a business credit card (not corporate) issued on personal liability
  • Spends are reported to your personal PAN
  • Primarily meant for sole proprietors but open to other business types
  • Features a metal card design with the Diners Club network
  • Offers up to 55 days of interest-free credit on business purchases

Reward Points

Earn 5 Reward Points for every Rs.150 spent on all eligible transactions. Get accelerated 5X Reward Points (25 RP per Rs.150) on minimum Rs.50,000 spends per statement cycle on:

  • Income Tax and Advance Tax payments via the Income Tax portal
  • GST payments via the GST portal
  • Bill payments via PayZapp and SmartPay
  • Hotel and flight bookings on MMT MyBiz via SmartBuy BizDeals
  • Business productivity tools (Tally, Office 365, AWS, Google, Azure) via SmartBuy BizDeals - Nuclei

SmartBuy Rewards

Earn up to 10X Reward Points on Flipkart, MakeMyTrip, and Apple Imagine Tresor on the SmartBuy portal, with a separate 7,500 RP cap on SmartBuy 3X/5X/10X rewards.

Travel Benefits

Unlimited complimentary access to 1,000+ airport lounges worldwide for both primary and add-on cardholders via Diners Club card (Priority Pass not required).

Lifestyle Benefits

  • 6 complimentary golf games per quarter at 15+ Indian and 100+ global courses
  • Club Marriott Annual Membership with up to 20% off dining, stays, and spa across Asia-Pacific
  • Up to 10% savings on restaurant bills via Swiggy Dineout at 20,000+ restaurants
  • Wellness discounts: up to 15% off on fitness, pharmacy, and wellness services

Concierge Services

24x7 Global Personal Concierge for golf bookings, travel planning, private dining, international gift delivery, event planning, and airport VIP meet-and-greet services.

Welcome Benefits

  • Club Marriott Annual Membership + Taj Stay Voucher worth Rs.5,000 on spending Rs.1.5 lakh within 90 days of card issuance
  • First year joining fee waived on Rs.1.5 lakh spend in first 90 days (fresh issuance only)
  • With effect from October 25, 2025, welcome benefits apply only to first-time cardholders (not conversions/upgrades)

Milestone Benefits

  • SmartBuy Flight or Taj Stay Voucher worth Rs.5,000 on every Rs.5 lakh spent
  • Earn up to Rs.20,000 in vouchers per calendar year (on Rs.20 lakh spend)
  • Rent and fuel spends are excluded from milestone calculation
  • Vouchers must be redeemed within 90 days of qualification
  • Flight Voucher valid for 6 months; Taj Stay Voucher valid for 365 days from redemption

Renewal Benefit

  • Renewal fee waived on spending Rs.7.5 lakh or more in the anniversary year (12 billing cycles)

Airport Lounge Access

The HDFC Biz Black Metal Edition Credit Card offers unlimited complimentary airport lounge access to 1,000+ lounges worldwide.

  • Domestic Lounges: Unlimited access via Diners Club card at domestic airports
  • International Lounges: Unlimited access via Diners Club card (Priority Pass is NOT required)
  • Both primary and add-on cardholders are eligible
  • Cardholders must be "active" - minimum 1 online or in-store transaction in the previous month
  • Guest access is not included; only cardholders can use lounge access

Earning Rewards

Base Rate: 5 Reward Points per Rs.150 spent on all eligible transactions (1 RP = up to Rs.1 on SmartBuy). Excluded categories: fuel, wallet, rent, education, and EMI.

Accelerated Rate (5X): 25 Reward Points per Rs.150 on minimum Rs.50,000 spends per statement cycle on tax payments, bill payments via PayZapp, MMT MyBiz bookings, and business tools via SmartBuy BizDeals. Capped at 7,500 bonus RP per statement cycle.

SmartBuy Rate (10X): Up to 50 Reward Points per Rs.150 on Flipkart, MakeMyTrip, Apple Imagine Tresor on SmartBuy portal.

Earning Caps

  • Overall: 1,50,000 RP per statement cycle
  • Accelerated 5X: 7,500 RP per statement cycle
  • Insurance: 5,000 RP per day
  • Grocery: 2,000 RP per month

Redemption Options

OptionValue per RP
SmartBuy Flights/HotelsRs.1.00
Business CatalogueRs.1.00
Product CatalogueUp to Rs.0.50
Cashback (Statement)Rs.0.30
KrisFlyer Airmiles1 Airmile

Minimum 2,500 RP required for redemption. Maximum 5 redemptions per calendar month (from Feb 2026). Points expire after 3 years.

Fees & Charges

Fee TypeAmount
Joining FeeRs.10,000 + GST (waived on Rs.1.5L spend in 90 days)
Annual/Renewal FeeRs.10,000 + GST (waived on Rs.7.5L annual spend)
Cash Advance2.5% or Rs.500, whichever is higher
Foreign Currency Markup2% of transaction amount
Late PaymentUp to Rs.950
Over Limit Fee2.5% or Rs.550, whichever is higher
Card ReplacementRs.200
Interest Rate1.99% per month (23.88% per annum)
Reward Redemption FeeNil

Basic Requirements

  • Must be a self-employed Indian citizen
  • Age: 21 to 65 years
  • Annual Income Tax Return (ITR) above Rs.30 lakh (some sources indicate Rs.21 lakh for fresh applications)

Acceptable Documents

  • Income Tax Return (ITR)
  • GST Returns
  • Bank Statements
  • Merchant Payment Reports

Note: This is a business credit card available only to business owners. Salaried individuals are not eligible. Credit card approvals are at the sole discretion of HDFC Bank.

Identity Proof

  • PAN Card (mandatory)
  • Aadhaar Card

Business/Income Proof (any one)

  • Income Tax Return (ITR) - above Rs.30 lakh annual
  • GST Returns
  • Bank Statements
  • Merchant Payment Reports

Address Proof

  • Utility bills
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Passport

Note: In certain cases, video KYC may be required as part of the application process.

Online Application

  1. Visit the HDFC Bank website or use NetBanking/Mobile Banking
  2. Provide and validate your phone number and Date of Birth/PAN
  3. Confirm your personal and business details
  4. Select the Biz Black Metal Edition Credit Card
  5. Submit the application and receive your card

In certain cases, uploading documents and completing video KYC may be required.

Offline Application

Walk into the nearest HDFC Bank branch with all relevant documents to apply.

Upgrade

Existing HDFC Bank credit cardholders with a credit limit above Rs.6 lakh may be eligible for an upgrade to the Biz Black Metal Edition.

Conclusion

The HDFC Biz Black Metal Edition Credit Card stands out as one of the most rewarding business credit cards in India. Its industry-first 5X rewards on Income Tax and GST payments make it an essential tool for any business owner who pays significant taxes. Combined with unlimited global lounge access, golf privileges, Club Marriott membership, and comprehensive concierge services, it offers premium value at a reasonable Rs.10,000 annual fee that is easily waivable.

The main limitation is the Diners Club network, which may have limited acceptance at smaller merchants. However, HDFC Bank floater cards effectively address this issue. For self-employed professionals and business owners with annual ITR above Rs.30 lakh and monthly business spends exceeding Rs.50,000, this card is a must-have addition to the wallet.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the joining and annual fee for the HDFC Biz Black Metal Edition Credit Card?
The joining and annual fee is Rs.10,000 plus applicable GST. The joining fee can be waived by spending Rs.1.5 lakh within the first 90 days (fresh issuance only). The renewal fee is waived on annual spend of Rs.7.5 lakh or more.
What are the eligibility criteria for the HDFC Biz Black Metal Edition Credit Card?
You must be a self-employed Indian citizen aged 21 to 65 years with an annual Income Tax Return (ITR) above Rs.30 lakh. You can apply using ITR, GST returns, bank statements, or merchant payment reports.
How do I earn reward points on the Biz Black Metal Edition Credit Card?
You earn 5 Reward Points for every Rs.150 spent on eligible transactions. You can earn accelerated 5X Reward Points (25 RP per Rs.150) on business spends like tax payments, bill payments via PayZapp, hotel/flight bookings via MMT MyBiz, and business productivity tools on SmartBuy BizDeals, subject to minimum Rs.50,000 spends in a statement cycle.
What is the maximum reward points cap on this card?
The accelerated 5X Reward Points are capped at 7,500 RP per statement cycle. The overall earning cap is 1,50,000 Reward Points per statement cycle. Insurance transactions are capped at 5,000 RP per day, and grocery purchases are capped at 2,000 RP per month.
How can I redeem my reward points?
You can redeem reward points for SmartBuy flight/hotel bookings (1 RP = Rs.1), Business Catalogue (1 RP = Rs.1), Product Catalogue (1 RP = up to Rs.0.50), cashback against statement (1 RP = Rs.0.30), or KrisFlyer Airmiles conversion (1 RP = 1 Airmile). Minimum 2,500 RP is needed for redemption. Maximum 5 redemptions per calendar month (effective Feb 2026).
What airport lounge access does this card offer?
The card offers unlimited complimentary access to 1,000+ airport lounges worldwide for both primary and add-on cardholders. Lounge access is available via the Diners Club card directly - Priority Pass is not required. Cardholders must have made minimum 1 transaction in the previous month to qualify as an active cardholder.
What are the welcome and milestone benefits?
Welcome benefit: Club Marriott Annual Membership + Taj Stay Voucher worth Rs.5,000 on spending Rs.1.5 lakh within 90 days. Milestone benefits: SmartBuy Flight or Taj Stay Voucher worth Rs.5,000 on every Rs.5 lakh spent, up to Rs.20,000 per calendar year. Rent and fuel spends are excluded from milestone calculation.
Does the card offer golf benefits?
Yes, cardholders get 6 complimentary golf games per quarter at 15+ Indian and 100+ global courses with 100% green fee waiver. 24x7 Golf Concierge Assistance is available at 1800 118 887 (India) or 022 42320226 for bookings and cancellations.
What is the forex markup on international transactions?
The foreign currency markup fee is 2% of the total transaction amount plus applicable taxes. You can also activate the Global Value Program for an additional 1% cashback on forex spends, resulting in a net 2% gain on international transactions.
What insurance benefits does the card offer?
The card provides a credit liability cover of Rs.9 lakh and access to a Business Insurance package starting at an annual premium of Rs.3,785 (including GST). The base plan covers fire & burglary insurance for shops up to Rs.5 lakh, cash in safe/transit up to Rs.25,000, electronic equipment insurance up to Rs.50,000, and hospital cash of Rs.1,000 per day for both accident and illness.
What documents are required to apply?
You need to submit one of the following: Income Tax Return (ITR), GST Returns, Bank Statements, or Merchant Payment Reports. In some cases, additional document upload and video KYC may be required.
Is this a personal or corporate credit card?
This is a business credit card issued on personal liability, not a corporate card. Spends on the card are reported to your personal PAN. It is primarily meant for sole proprietors but is open to other business types as well.
How long are reward points valid?
Unredeemed Reward Points expire after 3 years from the date of accumulation.
What card network is the Biz Black Metal Edition on?
The HDFC Biz Black Metal Edition Credit Card is on the Diners Club network. International lounge access is available directly via the Diners Club card. Note that Diners Club acceptance may be limited at some small merchants compared to Visa/Mastercard.
Can I use this card for contactless payments?
Yes, the HDFC Bank Biz Black Metal Edition Credit Card supports contactless payments for quick and secure transactions at retail establishments.
What is the interest rate on this card?
The interest rate is 1.99% per month (23.88% per annum). You get up to 55 days of interest-free credit period on your purchases.
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Last updated: 1 February 2026

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