TUI Visa Bonus Card Classic
TUI
Overall Rating
Annual fee
CHF 48
Network
Visa
Rewards Type
Points
Also good for
Our Take on TUI Visa Bonus Card Classic
CHF 48 for double Bonus points abroad and TUI travel access. Budget-friendly.
The TUI Visa Bonus Card Classic serves budget-conscious travelers with double points on foreign spending and TUI partnership benefits. At CHF 48 annually, it's among the cheapest travel-focused cards in Switzerland. The tradeoff: no travel insurance at this tier.
Is CHF 48 Worth It?
For TUI travelers, potentially yes. MyCountry double points abroad means foreign purchases earn twice the standard rate. If you spend CHF 3,000 abroad annually, the doubled earning can offset the fee. Bonus partner earning at select merchants adds additional value.
At CHF 48, the barrier is low. If you travel even a few times per year, the cost is manageable. The economics work better for frequent international spenders.
What Actually Stands Out
The budget pricing is the feature. CHF 48 is among the cheapest travel-focused cards available. Points redeem through the Bonus program for travel bookings, gift cards, and merchandise.
Access to TUI travel deals and promotions benefits loyal TUI customers. Apple Pay and Google Pay work. Additional cards cost CHF 24.
What Most Reviews Miss
No travel insurance at this tier. You get rewards but zero protection. If you get sick, your trip gets cancelled, or your luggage gets lost, you're on your own. The Classic tier is purely a rewards card.
The 2% FX fee is average, not competitive. Cards like Cornèrcard (1.2%) offer better foreign exchange rates. The doubled points partially offset this, but FX-sensitive spenders should evaluate carefully.
The Bottom Line
An affordable card for budget travelers in the TUI ecosystem. Limited benefits but low cost. If you want insurance, upgrade to Gold. Compare alternatives in our best travel credit cards in Switzerland guide.
Verdict: Decent for budget travelers who book through TUI. No insurance limits appeal for serious travelers.
PROS
- Apple Pay compatible
- Contactless payments for convenient transactions
- 5 points per 5 franc spent
- Double Bonus points earned on purchases made abroad through the MyCountry program.
- Multiple mobile payment options (Samsung Pay, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Garmin Pay)
CONS
- High foreign exchange fee (2%)
- No welcome bonus
- No travel insurance
- No medical coverage
- No airport lounge access
- No concierge service
Card Details
At a Glance
Annual fee
CHF 48
Rewards rate
0.2 points/CHF
FX Fee
2%
Fees & Costs
Fees & Costs
First year annual fee
CHF 48
Annual fee (after first year)
CHF 48
Foreign exchange fee
2%
Cash Withdrawal (Domestic)
4% (min CHF 10)
Cash Withdrawal (International)
6% (min CHF 10)
Late Payment Fee
CHF 20
Additional Cards
CHF 24/card/year
Rewards Program
Rewards Program
Rewards type
Points
Base rewards rate
0.2 / CHF
Insurance & Protection
Insurance & Protection
Travel insurance coverage
No travel insurance
Medical insurance coverage
No medical coverage
Purchase protection
No purchase protection
Card Features
Card Features
Card Network
Visa
Card Type
Standard
Currency
CHF
Minimum income requirement
No income requirement
Monthly spending limit
CHF 10'000
Airport lounge access
Concierge service
Key Features
- 5 points per 5 franc spent
- Double Bonus points earned on purchases made abroad through the MyCountry program.
- Multiple mobile payment options (Samsung Pay, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Garmin Pay)
- Online account access for easy management
- 24-hour customer service support
Calculate If This Card Is Worth It for You
= CHF 30'000/year
You Pay
CHF 48
per year
You Get Back
CHF 60
estimated value
Bottom Line
+CHF 12
in your pocket
Annual calculation:
CHF 30'000/yr × 0.2 points/CHF × 1 ct
Move the slider to see how your spending affects the card's value. Miles: 1.5 ct, points: 1 ct.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How does the TUI Bonus point program actually pay out?
- 1 point per franc at TUI partners; 1 point per 5 francs elsewhere; 2.5 or 5 points per 5 francs at certain bonus partners. Redemption is 2 points = 1 cent in cashback. General spending earns roughly 0.1%, TUI partners earn closer to 1%.
- What is MyCountry on the TUI card?
- Double Bonus points on all foreign purchases when MyCountry is active. A TUI flight booking abroad or a hotel in Greece earns 2x. Activation isn't always automatic; check the TUI card app before a holiday.
- How costly is foreign cash withdrawal?
- 6.00% with a CHF 10 minimum, above the shopping-segment average of 5.46%. Pulling EUR 200 in Crete costs CHF 12.50 just for the card. Use a debit card for cash, the TUI Visa for purchases (especially with MyCountry on).
- What's the late-payment fee?
- CHF 20, modest compared to the shopping-segment average of CHF 23 and several CHF 30 issuers. Set up direct debit and forget it.
How We Rated This Card
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