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Chinabank Platinum Mastercard

by China Banking Corporation (Chinabank)

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Quick take

Main benefit

Points plus fuel rebate. You earn Chinabank Rewards Points and can use the listed 5% local fuel rebate if your fuel spend fits the caps.

Main catch

The yearly fee returns after the first year (₱3,500) unless the bank waives it.

Income needed

₱20,833/mo The bank does the final check.

Annual fee

₱3,500/yr Waived for the first year.

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Is this card for you?

Good fit if
  • You want Chinabank points plus a local fuel rebate.
  • You meet Chinabank's Php 250,000 gross annual income requirement.
  • You can use Platinum travel insurance or dining privileges.
  • You pay your balance in full each month to avoid interest.
Look elsewhere if
  • You want a lower regular yearly fee than Php 3,500.
  • Your fuel spend is low or often exceeds the rebate caps.
  • You want a dedicated miles card instead of regular rewards points.
  • You are applying for your first credit card.

The numbers

Earn rate1 pt / ₱30
Annual fee₱3,500/yr
Interest if unpaid3.00% / month
Late payment fee₱750
Foreign currency markup2.50%
More fees and details
Cash advance fee₱200
Over-limit fee₱500
Fee waiverFirst-year fee is waived. Chinabank lists yearly-fee waiver by Rewards Points redemption.

The catch

  • The yearly fee returns after the first year (₱3,500) unless the bank waives it.
  • Interest is steep if you don't pay in full — about 3.00% a month.

Ready to decide?

Truva may earn a fee if you apply through a partner link. This does not change your terms or our picks. Banks make the final approval decision.

You'll finish on China Banking Corporation (Chinabank)'s official site. Truva doesn't collect your application or see your details.
What you'll need before you start
  • One valid government ID— passport, driver's license, UMID, or PhilSys.
  • Proof of income — a recent payslip, your latest ITR, or a COE with salary.
  • Proof of billing address — a utility bill or a bank statement.
  • 10–15 minutes to fill out China Banking Corporation (Chinabank)'s application form.

Truva may earn a fee if you apply through a partner link. This does not change your terms or our picks. Banks make the final approval decision.