Let’s break down the DBS VISA multi-currency card, one feature at a time
Key takeaways
- The DBS VISA debit card is a personal multi-currency card linked to the DBS VISA multi-currency autosave account
- The card supports spending in 11 foreign currencies plus SGD. CNH balances cannot be used with the card
- Eligible spending can earn cashback, subject to DBS terms and conditions
- An alternative to the DBS VISA debit card is the World Card that supports spending in 150+ currencies globally
The DBS VISA multi-currency card is designed for personal use, but it may also be used by freelancers and sole proprietors who want to spend internationally.1 It allows cardholders to spend directly from supported foreign currency balances wherever VISA is accepted.1 But businesses should note that this is a personal card rather than a corporate card that comes with daily spending limits.
This review covers the card’s fees, features, supported currencies, cashback and how it compares with the World Card, a multi-currency card designed for businesses.
What is the DBS VISA Multi-Currency Card?
The DBS VISA debit card is a personal debit card linked to an eligible DBS deposit account (called the My Account). When linked to the DBS VISA multi-currency autosave account, it can access balances held in multiple currencies for overseas spending and ATM withdrawals. The debit card’s multi-currency feature supports spending in SGD and 11 foreign currencies such as USD, GBP, EUR, JPY, AUD and more.
→ Read more about the account on the DBS business multi-currency account review
Pros and cons of the DBS VISA Multi-Currency Card
| Pros |
Cons |
- Supports spending from multiple foreign currency balances
- No foreign exchange fee when spending in supported currencies linked through My Account
- Compatible with contactless payments, mobile wallets and SimplyGo
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- It is a personal card rather than a corporate card
- CNH balances cannot be used for card transactions
- Default daily card spending limits start at S$2,000
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DBS VISA multi-currency card fees
| Fee type |
DBS VISA Debit Card |
| Card issuance fee |
Not specified |
| Annual fee |
Zero |
| International transaction fee (non-supported currencies) |
2.65% |
| ATM withdrawal fees |
- Local ATM withdrawals: Zero at DBS/POSB ATMs
- Overseas ATM withdrawals (selected partner ATMs): Zero at DBS and selected partner ATMs (conditions apply)
- Overseas ATM withdrawals (other ATMs): S$7 per withdrawal (or S$2 at selected HDFC/BCA/BPI ATMs, depending on card network)
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| Replacement card fee |
Not specified |
*Fees checked in July 2026
DBS VISA multi-currency card: main features
Multi-currency support
When linked to the DBS Multi-Currency Autosave Account, the card can spend directly from available balances in USD, EUR, GBP, JPY, AUD, NZD, HKD, CAD, THB, NOK and SEK, along with SGD. Transactions are deducted from the matching currency wallet where sufficient funds are available, with zero foreign exchange fees on supported currencies. CNH is not supported for card spending.
Cashback and rewards
Eligible purchases can earn up to 4% cashback across selected spending categories, including overseas purchases, subject to DBS eligibility requirements and terms.
Contactless and mobile wallet support
The card supports VISA contactless payments, mobile wallet compatibility and SimplyGo for public transport. Users can also enable or disable contactless payments through DBS digibank.
International acceptance
The card is accepted wherever VISA is accepted worldwide and can also be used for overseas ATM withdrawals at a fee.
Security
DBS provides payment controls through digibank, allowing users to temporarily lock the card, adjust spending limits, manage overseas usage and customise payment settings.
The World Card: A multi-currency card for global businesses
The World Card is a virtual Mastercard designed for businesses making international payments and managing business expenses across teams. It can be used for purchases in 150+ currencies wherever Mastercard is accepted. When you make payments in the 15 supported currencies, there are no FX fees, as long as you have sufficient funds in that currency.
Businesses can issue up to 20 virtual cards at no additional cost for employees, departments or different spending categories, with features such as real-time spending controls, transaction tracking, instant card freezing and cashback on eligible spending (terms and conditions apply). If a business has sufficient funds in the supported currency, payments made with the World Card are deducted directly from that currency balance without additional currency conversion fees.
Every World Card is linked to a World Account, which is a multi-currency account. The World Account allows businesses to hold balances in 20+ currencies, including SGD, USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, and more, providing the funds used for international card spending.
Beyond card spending, the World Account also supports a range of cross-border payment features: businesses can send payments in 100+ currencies across 200+ countries and regions, pay Chinese suppliers on 1688.com through World Pay, the authorised international payment provider for 1688.com, and use forward contracts to help manage exchange rate risk on future international payments.
DBS VISA multi-currency card vs World Card
| Feature |
DBS VISA debit card |
World Card |
| Card type |
Personal multi-currency card |
Multi-currency card for businesses |
| Card orientation |
Personal DBS customers |
SMEs, sole proprietors and cross-border businesses |
| Supported currencies (linked account) |
11 currencies except CNH for spending via card |
20+ currencies |
| Card issuance fee |
Not specified |
Zero |
| Annual fee |
Zero |
Zero |
| Number of cards |
One physical card |
Physical and virtual cards |
| Cashback |
Available on eligible spending (T&Cs apply) |
Available on eligible spending (T&Cs apply) |
| Spending controls |
Lock card, adjust limits and payment controls in digibank |
Custom limits, freeze/unfreeze and real-time tracking |
| Linked account |
DBS multi-currency autosave account |
World Account |
| Contactless and mobile wallet support |
Yes |
Yes |
*Fees checked in July 2026
FAQs
What is the DBS VISA multi-currency card?
It is a personal VISA debit card that can be linked to the DBS multi-currency autosave account for spending in multiple currencies.
How many currencies does the DBS VISA multi-currency card support?
The linked account supports 13 currencies, while the card’s multi-currency spending feature supports SGD plus 11 foreign currencies. CNH is not available for card spending.
Can businesses use the DBS VISA multi-currency card?
The card is intended for personal use, although some sole proprietors and freelancers may use it for business expenses.
Does the DBS VISA multi-currency card charge foreign transaction fees?
When sufficient balances are available in supported currencies linked through My Account, eligible foreign currency transactions do not incur foreign exchange fees. Transactions in unsupported currencies are converted according to VISA and DBS rates.
What is the difference between a personal multi-currency card and a business multi-currency card?
A personal multi-currency card is designed for individual banking customers, while a business multi-currency card typically includes features such as multiple cards, expense controls and business account integration.
Sources
- https://www.dbs.com.sg/personal/cards/debit-cards/dbs-visa-debit
- https://www.dbs.com.sg/personal/cards/cards-rates-fees.page
- https://www.dbs.com.sg/personal/support/bank-atm-debit-card-charges-overseas-withdrawal.html
- https://www.dbs.com.sg/personal/support/banking-product.html
- https://www.dbs.com.sg/personal/deposits/savings-accounts/my-account
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