{"id":79283,"date":"2026-03-26T15:33:57","date_gmt":"2026-03-26T07:33:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/?p=79283"},"modified":"2026-04-28T15:22:32","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T07:22:32","slug":"dbs-altitude-card-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/blog\/dbs-altitude-card-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"DBS Altitude Card Guide 2026: Miles, Benefits, Lounge Access & Fees"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Looking for a travel card that actually makes your overseas spending work for you?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The DBS Altitude Card<\/strong> is one of Singapore\u2019s most popular options for earning air miles, enjoying lounge access, and travel perks. But in 2026, with more travel cards offering zero foreign transaction fees<\/strong> and multi-currency flexibility, is it still worth it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This guide breaks down everything you need to know \u2014 from benefits, miles, promotions, and fees<\/strong> to comparisons with multi-currency cards like YouTrip<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u26a1 TL;DR<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Feature<\/strong><\/th>DBS Altitude Card<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Miles \/ Rewards<\/strong><\/td>Up to 2.2 miles per S$1 overseas;
1.3 miles per S$1 locally<\/td><\/tr>
Annual Fee<\/strong><\/td>S$196.20 (first year waived; spend-based waiver ending Aug 2026)<\/td><\/tr>
Foreign Transaction Fee<\/strong><\/td>3.25% (Visa) \/ 3% (Amex)<\/td><\/tr>
Lounge Access<\/strong><\/td>2 free visits\/year (Visa only, via Priority Pass)<\/td><\/tr>
Current Promotion<\/strong><\/td>Up to 38,000 miles or Samsonite luggage set (valid till 12 May 2026)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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While it’s a solid choice for frequent travellers, those seeking zero foreign transaction fees and multi-currency flexibility might consider a travel card like YouTrip for everyday overseas spending.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. What is the DBS Altitude Card?<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. DBS Altitude Card Benefits<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Annual Fee<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Requirements & Foreign Transaction Fee<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Miles and Points<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Promotions<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Lounge Access & Priority Pass<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. DBS Altitude Card vs YouTrip<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Pros & Cons<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. Alternative options<\/strong><\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  11. FAQs<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    What is the DBS Altitude Card?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    The DBS Altitude Card<\/strong> is a travel credit card designed for Singaporeans and PRs who are looking to turn everyday spend into air miles, access some lounge perks, and enjoy travel\u2011related benefits. The card is available in both Visa Signature and American Express versions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n