Israel Credit Card

 

 

To obtain a credit card in Israel, you should have a large amount of either shekels or hard currency as a deposit in a bank. A steady job will also help you get a credit card easily. However, the amount of deposit may differ in different banks. If you want to apply for an international card in Israel then you will have to go through certain necessary steps and even pay more. Although credit card is acceptable at many stores, you can take advantage of discount with cash payment at some private stores.[br]

 

Israel Credit Card: Type

The following are some of the main credit cards available in Israel:

 

HAS Advantage Card: The card comes with numerous rewards and enables the cardholders support up to 5 Israeli charities. Some of the causes to support include hospitals, environmental protection, community development, social services and education & research. The HAS Advantage Card comes in three categories Signature, Platinum and College. Some additional benefits include:

• No annual fee

• $1 spent on net purchases equals 1 reward point

• Three credit card designs to choose from

• Exclusive Visa card member benefits

• Exclusive card member discounts at almost 100 locations across Israel

 

Leumi Card: One of the leading credit companies in Israel, Leumi Card has the distinction of offering over 1.5 million credit cards as of Jan 2010. It offers credit cards of reputable brands, such as American Express, Visa and Mastercard. As a cardholder, you can enjoy a number of privileges in the form of credit solutions, flexible payment terms and loans. The loyalty points allow you to get attractive discounts as you can convert them into gifts or purchases.

 

Isracard: The Isracard Group offers a wide array of credit cards that can be divided into two categories; local international Cards.

 

The following are some of the local cards offered by Isracard:

• Isracard: For making purchases and withdrawing cash.

• More Isracard: This is a non-bank revolving credit card.

• Ashmoret: This card is ideal for teachers, student teachers and their spouses. It also comes with membership options for them.

• Aftercard Yoter: Regular and permanent military service members can benefit from this unique credit card designed specifically for them.

• Young Isracard: If you are aged between 16 and 22, then this card is meant for you. Parental consent is required for 16 to 18 year olds.[br]

 

The following are some of the international cards offered by Isracard:

• World Signia: The most exclusive card offered by Isracard.

• MasterCard Platinum: This card is offered by the Isracard Group and of the international MasterCard Company.

• Gold MasterCard: Available only to chosen customers who want to make purchases and withdraw cash in Israel and abroad.

• VISA GOLD: Offered only to selected customers by the Isracard Group