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Viseca Visa Gold

Viseca

Overall Rating

4.4/5

Annual fee

CHF 200

1st year: CHF 100

Network

Visa

Rewards Type

Points

Welcome bonus

20,000 points

Also good for

Cashback
Travel (miles)

Our Take on Viseca Visa Gold

Your Swiss Finance Companion
Adrien Missioux
Adrien Missioux

Identical to Viseca Mastercard Gold. Same CHF 250,000 coverage, same Priority Pass, different network.

The Viseca Visa Gold mirrors their Mastercard Gold exactly: same CHF 200 fee (first year CHF 100), same CHF 250,000 medical coverage, same Priority Pass, same 20,000 welcome points. Your network choice is purely about personal preference.

Does Network Choice Actually Matter?

In Switzerland, Visa and Mastercard acceptance is virtually identical. Both work everywhere. The CHF 250,000 medical coverage works identically on both. The Priority Pass access (EUR 30/visit) is identical.

Pick based on which network you don't already have. Viseca offers both through partner banks.

What Actually Stands Out

Everything matches the Mastercard version. CHF 200 annual fee (first year CHF 100). CHF 250,000 medical coverage. CHF 20,000 trip cancellation. Priority Pass at EUR 30/visit. 1.5 Surprize points per CHF 1. 20,000 welcome points.

Apple Pay, Google Pay work. Additional cards cost CHF 50.

What Most Reviews Miss

The products are interchangeable. Viseca offers both networks through partner banks. Neither Visa nor Mastercard offers better insurance, better earning, or better lounges.

The meaningful decision is whether Viseca Gold makes sense for your needs, not which network to choose.

The Bottom Line

Same solid gold card as Viseca Mastercard Gold, on Visa network. Compare alternatives in our best premium credit cards in Switzerland guide.

Verdict: Identical to Mastercard version. Choose Visa if you want network diversity.

Best For: Viseca partner bank customers who prefer Visa Gold or want network diversity, travelers building network diversity with gold-tier insurance, those who already have Mastercard products and want Visa option
Consider Alternatives If: your bank doesn't partner with Viseca (unavailable), you already have multiple Visa gold cards, you want complimentary lounge visits (EUR 30/visit on both networks)

PROS

  • 20000 welcome bonus points
  • Travel insurance coverage up to CHF 20,000
  • Up to CHF 250,000 coverage for medical expenses
  • Airport lounge access
  • Apple Pay compatible
  • Contactless payments for convenient transactions
  • 1.5 Surprize points per CHF 1 turnover with a welcome bonus of 20000 points
  • Up to 20000 CHF coverage for trip cancellations

CONS

  • High annual fee (CHF 200)
  • No concierge service

Card Details

At a Glance

Annual fee

CHF 200

1st Year

CHF 100

Rewards rate

1.5 points/CHF

FX Fee

1.75%

Welcome bonus

20,000 points

Travel insurance coverage

CHF 20,000

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 20

Additional Cards

CHF 50/year (1st year: CHF 25) • Up to 2 cards

Rewards Program

Rewards type

Points

Base rewards rate

1.5 / CHF

Welcome bonus

20,000 points

Insurance & Protection

Travel insurance coverage

CHF 20,000

Medical insurance coverage

CHF 250,000

Purchase protection

CHF 2,000

Card Features

Card Network

Visa

Card Type

Gold

Currency

CHF, USD, EUR

Minimum income requirement

No income requirement

Monthly spending limit

-

Airport lounge access

Airport lounge access available

Concierge service

Key Features

  • 1.5 Surprize points per CHF 1 turnover with a welcome bonus of 20000 points
  • Up to 20000 CHF coverage for trip cancellations
  • Medical coverage of up to CHF 250,000 per incident while traveling (not in Switzerland)
  • Multiple mobile payment options (Samsung Pay, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Garmin Pay)
  • Standard Priority Pass membership

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 900

estimated value

Bottom Line

+CHF 700

in your pocket

Annual calculation:

Rewards earnedCHF 450

CHF 30’000/yr × 1.5 points/CHF × 1 ct

Welcome bonus (1st year)≈ CHF 200

20’000 points × 1 ct

Travel & medical insurance≈ CHF 180
Airport lounge access≈ CHF 70
Total benefitsCHF 900
Annual fee- CHF 200
Net value+CHF 700

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

Rating by Category

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4.4
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Travel (miles)

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2.3
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Annual feeCHF 300
Annual feeCHF 200
Rewards rate0.004 points/CHF
Rewards rate1.5 points/CHF
Welcome bonus4 points
Welcome bonus20000 points

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the annual fee for the Viseca Visa Gold?
The Viseca Visa Gold has a promotional first year fee of CHF 100, then CHF 200 per year afterwards.
What are the foreign transaction fees for the Viseca Visa Gold?
The Viseca Visa Gold charges a 1.75% foreign exchange fee on international transactions.
What rewards does the Viseca Visa Gold offer?
The Viseca Visa Gold offers points rewards at a base rate of 1.5 per CHF spent.
What insurance coverage does the Viseca Visa Gold include?
The Viseca Visa Gold includes travel insurance up to CHF 20,000 and medical coverage up to CHF 250,000 abroad.
Does the Viseca Visa Gold include airport lounge access?
Yes, the Viseca Visa Gold includes airport lounge access through Priority Pass or partner programs.
Is the Viseca Visa Gold compatible with Apple Pay?
Yes, the Viseca Visa Gold is fully compatible with Apple Pay for contactless mobile payments.

How We Rated This Card

Wondering why Viseca Visa 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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