HSBC Live+
HSBC · Visa — Cashback card with dining and online strengths for HSBC customers.
Last Updated: 2026-07-10
Annual Fee
₹999
Joining Fee
₹999
Forex Markup
3.5%
Reward Type
cashback
Overview
Cashback card with dining and online strengths for HSBC customers.
Cashback on dining & online
Features & Benefits
- Welcome: Welcome cashback offer-led
- Milestones: Fee waiver
- Lounge: No dedicated
- Railway lounge: No
- Golf: No
- Insurance: Standard
- Concierge: No
- Fuel: Limited
- Dining: Strong dining cashback
- Movies: Partner
- Travel: Standard
- EMI: Yes
Reward Structure
| Category | Reward % | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Online Shopping | 1.5% | — |
| Grocery | 1.5% | — |
| Dining | 10% | Monthly cap |
| Fuel | 1% | — |
| Travel | 1.5% | — |
| Utility Bills | 1.5% | — |
| Entertainment | 1.5% | — |
| UPI | Excluded | — |
| Insurance | 1.5% | — |
| Rent (Optional) | Excluded | — |
Excluded: Rent, Wallet loads
Fees & Charges
- Renewal waiver: Spend-based waiver
- Interest: ~3.49% per month
- Cash advance: 2.5%
- Late fee: As per HSBC
- Over-limit: As per HSBC
Eligibility
- Credit score: 720+
- Min income: ₹40,000/mo
- Employment: salaried
- Age: 21–60
Pros
- ✓ Dining cashback
- ✓ Clean structure
- ✓ HSBC service
Cons
- • Fee
- • Caps
- • Limited lounge
About HSBC Live+
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How it works
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Practical tips
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Important to know
Issuer terms change — verify on the bank site.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the key benefits of HSBC Live+?
- Cashback card with dining and online strengths for HSBC customers. Highlights: Cashback on dining & online. Lounge: No dedicated.
- What is the annual fee for HSBC Live+?
- Joining fee ₹999 and annual fee ₹999. Waiver: Spend-based waiver.
- Who is eligible for HSBC Live+?
- Typical guide: credit score 720+, income from ₹40,000/mo, age 21–60, employment: salaried. Final approval is with the issuer.
- Does HSBC Live+ have forex markup?
- Indicative forex markup is 3.5%. Always confirm current markup on the issuer site.
- How do I apply for HSBC Live+?
- Use the official apply link on this page and complete KYC with the issuer. EnrichReturns does not process applications.