ICICI Sapphiro
Annual Fee
₹3,500
Rewards/₹100 ⓘ
₹0.50 - ₹1.00
Interest Rate
40.80%
Credit Score
750+
At a Glance
Key Benefits
Rs 13K welcome vouchers, 4 golf rounds/month, Buy1Get1 movies, 15% dining discount
Lounge Access
16 domestic visits/year (4/quarter with Rs 75K spend) + 2 international
Eligibility
Rs 75K/month (salaried), Rs 10L/year (self-employed), 21-65 years
Quick Details
Reward Structure
All Spends
International
Utilities & Insurance
Reward Calculator
Milestone Benefits
Vouchers worth Rs 13,000+ (Tata CLiQ Rs 3K, EaseMyTrip Rs 4K, EazyDiner Rs 1095, Da Milano Rs 5K, Croma Rs 1.5K) on joining fee payment
value
4,000 reward points on Rs 4 Lakh annual spend; 2,000 pts for each additional Rs 1L (max 20,000 pts/year)
Spend ₹4,00,000
value
Annual fee waiver on Rs 6 Lakh spend
Spend ₹6,00,000
value
Airport Lounge Access
visits per quarter
Requires Rs 75,000 quarterly spend; max 4 per quarter
visits per year
2 international lounge visits via DreamFolks/Priority Pass
Insurance Coverage
Air Accident
₹3,00,00,000
Air accident death cover
Lost Card
₹0
Zero liability on fraudulent transactions when reported
Lifestyle Perks
Golf
4 /month
100.00% off
Complimentary golf round for every Rs.50,000 spent (max 4/month) via Golftripz
Dining
15.00% off
15% off at 2500+ restaurants via Culinary Treats
Movies
2 /month
0.00% off
Up to Rs.500 off on second ticket at BookMyShow (twice/month)
Fuel Surcharge
1.00% off
1% fuel surcharge waiver on transactions up to Rs.4000
Spa
2 /year
100.00% off
2 complimentary spa sessions at select airports per year
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Quick Analysis
The ICICI Sapphiro is a solid premium lifestyle card with excellent welcome benefits, good lounge access, and entertainment perks. Best suited for those who can meet the quarterly spend requirement for lounge access and utilize the movie and dining benefits.
Pros
- Welcome vouchers worth Rs 13,000+ on joining
- 4 domestic lounge visits per quarter (with Rs 75K spend)
- 2 international lounge visits per year
- 4 complimentary golf rounds per month
- BookMyShow Buy 1 Get 1 offer (Rs 500 off)
- 15% dining discounts
- Rs 3 Cr air accident cover
- Milestone rewards up to 20,000 points/year
Cons
- High joining fee of Rs 6,500 + GST
- Domestic lounge requires Rs 75K quarterly spend
- High forex markup of 3.5%
- Low point value (Rs 0.25 per point)
- Complex reward structure
Best For
Movie buffs, golfers, domestic travelers, lifestyle seekers
Not Ideal For
International travelers (high forex), infrequent spenders
The ICICI Bank Sapphiro Credit Card is a premium lifestyle card designed for high-income professionals who enjoy movies, golf, dining, and travel. With welcome vouchers worth over Rs 13,000, up to 16 domestic lounge visits annually, and Buy 1 Get 1 movie offers on BookMyShow, it delivers strong lifestyle value.
Available in Visa, Mastercard, RuPay, and American Express variants, the Sapphiro competes directly with SBI Elite and HDFC Regalia in the Rs 6,000-7,000 fee segment.
What is ICICI Sapphiro?
ICICI Sapphiro is a super-premium credit card from ICICI Bank, positioned between the Coral (mid-tier) and Emeralde (ultra-premium) cards. It targets professionals with Rs 75,000+ monthly income who value entertainment, golf, and travel benefits.
The card's standout features include generous welcome vouchers, quarterly milestone-based lounge access, and 4 complimentary golf rounds per month.
Benefits
Key Benefits:
- Welcome Vouchers: Rs 13,000+ in vouchers from Tata CLiQ, EaseMyTrip, EazyDiner, Da Milano, Croma
- Lounge Access: Up to 16 domestic visits/year (4 per quarter with Rs 75K spend) + 2 international via Priority Pass
- Movie Offers: Buy 1 Get 1 on BookMyShow (Rs 500 off second ticket, twice per month)
- Golf: 4 complimentary rounds or lessons per month
- Dining: 15% discount at select restaurants
- Insurance: Rs 3 Cr air accident cover
- Milestone Rewards: Up to 20,000 bonus points per year
Welcome & Milestone Benefits
Welcome Benefits (on joining fee payment):
- Tata CLiQ: Rs 3,000 voucher
- EaseMyTrip: Rs 4,000 (4 vouchers of Rs 1,000 each)
- EazyDiner Prime: Rs 1,095 (3 months membership)
- Da Milano: Rs 5,000 voucher
- Croma: Rs 1,500 (3 vouchers of Rs 500 each)
Milestone Rewards:
- 4,000 reward points on Rs 4 lakh annual spend
- 2,000 points for each additional Rs 1 lakh spent
- Maximum 20,000 points per anniversary year (worth Rs 5,000)
Airport Lounge Access
Domestic Lounge Access:
Up to 4 complimentary visits per quarter (16 per year) via DreamFolks. Requires minimum spend of Rs 75,000 in the previous quarter to unlock the benefit.
International Lounge Access:
2 complimentary visits per calendar year through Priority Pass (cards issued after Nov 15, 2024) or DreamFolks (older cards). No minimum spend requirement for international lounges.
Rewards Program
Reward Points Earning:
- Domestic Retail: 2 points per Rs 100
- International: 4 points per Rs 100
- Utilities/Insurance: 1 point per Rs 100
Point Value: 1 reward point = Rs 0.25
Redemption: Flights, hotels, gift vouchers, or products through ICICI rewards portal.
Fees & Charges
Fees:
- Joining Fee: Rs 6,500 + GST
- Annual Fee: Rs 3,500 + GST
- Fee Waiver: Spend Rs 6 lakh to waive next year fee
Charges:
- Interest Rate: 3.4% per month (40.8% per annum)
- Forex Markup: 3.5%
- Cash Advance: 2.5% or Rs 500 (whichever is lower)
Eligibility Criteria
Age: 21-65 years
Income Requirements:
- Salaried: Rs 75,000 per month minimum
- Self-Employed: Rs 10 lakh per annum
Other Requirements:
- Good credit score
- Must be an Indian resident
Documents Required
For Salaried:
- PAN Card
- Aadhaar Card
- Latest 3 months salary slips
- Bank statement (3 months)
For Self-Employed:
- PAN Card
- Address Proof
- ITR for 2 years
- Business proof
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