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UBS Visa Card Gold

UBS

Overall Rating

4.4/5

Annual fee

CHF 200

1st year: CHF 100

Network

Visa

Rewards Type

Points

Welcome bonus

4 pts/1000CHF Points

Also good for

Cashback

Our Take on UBS Visa Card Gold

Your Swiss Finance Companion
Adrien Missioux
Adrien Missioux

4 KeyClub points and Priority Pass, but zero medical coverage. A gold card with a notable gap.

The UBS Visa Card Gold delivers doubled rewards and lounge access at CHF 200 annually. You earn 4 KeyClub points per CHF 1,000, get Standard Priority Pass (EUR 30/visit), and can opt for the dual-card set with UBS World Mastercard Gold. The terms match the Mastercard version exactly. But the headline story remains what's missing: travel insurance. See also the UBS World Mastercard Gold.

What CHF 200 Gets You

4 KeyClub points per CHF 1,000 doubles the Classic tier's earning rate. CHF 50,000 annual spending nets you 200 KeyClub points. Combined with points from UBS banking products, the accumulation becomes meaningful for loyal customers.

Priority Pass at EUR 30 per visit opens 1,400+ lounges globally. That's a genuine travel perk. The dual-card set (Visa + Mastercard) for one fee adds network flexibility. But here's the gap: no medical coverage, no trip cancellation, no flight delay insurance.

The Insurance Problem

Most Swiss gold cards at CHF 200 include CHF 250,000+ in medical coverage. ZKB, Raiffeisen, and cantonal banks all bundle insurance with similar pricing. UBS skips it entirely at gold tier.

This matters. If you get hospitalized abroad, there's no card-provided safety net. You need separate travel insurance or an employer policy. For a card marketed as "Gold," the omission stands out. Check our credit card insurance guide for gold cards that include coverage.

When This Card Makes Sense

You're a UBS customer with existing travel insurance, you want better KeyClub earning than Classic, and you use airport lounges occasionally. In that specific scenario, the CHF 200 delivers real value through points and lounge access.

The dual-card set is also compelling: get both Visa and Mastercard Gold for one annual fee. That's genuine flexibility most banks charge double for.

The Bottom Line

Stronger rewards and lounge access than Classic, but the missing insurance limits appeal compared to other gold cards. If you have coverage elsewhere, it's a solid UBS loyalty card. Our best premium credit cards in Switzerland guide shows what full gold packages look like.

Verdict: Suitable for insured UBS customers who want better earning. For complete gold benefits, look at UBS Platinum or cantonal bank alternatives.

Best For: UBS customers with separate insurance who want stronger KeyClub earning on Visa, dual-card set users who want both Visa and Mastercard Gold for one fee, occasional lounge users who value the Priority Pass perk
Consider Alternatives If: you expect travel insurance from a gold card (none included), you fly fewer than 5 times per year (lounge value diminishes), you can get a cantonal bank gold card with insurance at the same price

PROS

  • 4 welcome bonus points
  • Airport lounge access
  • Apple Pay compatible
  • Contactless payments for convenient transactions
  • Earn 4 KeyClub points per 1000 Swiss francs
  • Discounted Priority Pass for airport lounges
  • Access to various digital wallets including Samsung Pay and Apple Pay

CONS

  • High annual fee (CHF 200)
  • No travel insurance
  • No medical coverage
  • No concierge service

Card Details

At a Glance

Annual fee

CHF 200

1st Year

CHF 100

Rewards rate

4 points/CHF

FX Fee

1.75%

Welcome bonus

4 pts/1000CHF Points

Apple Pay
Contactless payments
Airport lounge access
Visa

Fees & Costs

First year annual fee

CHF 100

Annual fee (after first year)

CHF 200

Foreign exchange fee

1.75%

Cash Withdrawal (Domestic)

4% (min CHF 10)

Cash Withdrawal (International)

5.75% (min CHF 10)

Late Payment Fee

CHF 30

Additional Cards

CHF 50/card/year

Rewards Program

Rewards type

Points

Base rewards rate

4 / CHF

Welcome bonus

4 pts/1000CHF Points

Insurance & Protection

Travel insurance coverage

No travel insurance

Medical insurance coverage

No medical coverage

Purchase protection

No purchase protection

Card Features

Card Network

Visa

Card Type

Gold

Currency

CHF, USD, EUR

Dual Network

visa + mastercard

Minimum income requirement

No income requirement

Monthly spending limit

CHF 10,000

Airport lounge access

Airport lounge access available

Concierge service

Key Features

  • Earn 4 KeyClub points per 1000 Swiss francs
  • Discounted Priority Pass for airport lounges
  • Access to various digital wallets including Samsung Pay and Apple Pay
  • Comprehensive insurance coverage with 11 types included
  • No income requirement

Calculate If This Card Is Worth It for You

CHF 2’500/mo

= CHF 30’000/year

You Pay

CHF 200

per year

You Get Back

CHF 120’074

estimated value

Bottom Line

+CHF 119’874

in your pocket

Annual calculation:

Rewards earnedCHF 120’000

CHF 30’000/yr × 4 points/CHF × 1 CHF

Welcome bonus (1st year)≈ CHF 4

4 points × 1 CHF

Airport lounge access≈ CHF 70
Total benefitsCHF 120’074
Annual fee- CHF 200
Net value+CHF 119’874

Move the slider to see how your spending affects the card's value. Miles: 1.5 ct, points: 1 ct (UBS points: 1 CHF).

Rating by Category

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Annual feeCHF 150
Annual feeCHF 200
Rewards rate1 points/CHF
Rewards rate-
Welcome bonus-
Welcome bonus4 points

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the annual fee for the UBS Visa Card Gold?
The UBS Visa Card Gold has a promotional first year fee of CHF 100, then CHF 200 per year afterwards.
What are the foreign transaction fees for the UBS Visa Card Gold?
The UBS Visa Card Gold charges a 1.75% foreign exchange fee on international transactions.
What rewards does the UBS Visa Card Gold offer?
The UBS Visa Card Gold offers points rewards at a base rate of 0 per CHF spent.
Does the UBS Visa Card Gold include airport lounge access?
Yes, the UBS Visa Card Gold includes airport lounge access through Priority Pass or partner programs.
Is the UBS Visa Card Gold compatible with Apple Pay?
Yes, the UBS Visa Card Gold is fully compatible with Apple Pay for contactless mobile payments.

How We Rated This Card

Wondering why UBS Visa Card Gold got its score? We rate Premium cards using a weighted formula. Here's what counts:

Insurance Coverage (35%)
Perks (30%)
Customer Satisfaction (25%)
Fee Tier (10%)

Same formula for every card in this category. No exceptions.

See our full rating methodology

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