Commonwealth Bank Gold Card

• 20.14% p.a. on purchases AND cash advances
• Up to 55 days interest free
• $114 annual fee
  
• Balance transfer rate 5.99% p.a. for 5 months
  
• Issued with chip for extra security
  
• Commonwealth Awards program + special Gold offers
  
• Additional cardholder for $15

Great travel card :

• Free international travel insurance (up to 3 months)
  
• Free transit accident insurance
  
• Commission-free travellers cheques
  
• Your Global Connection (premium integrated travel services)
• World-wide access (over 24 million locations)

Shopping benefits :

• Free Purchase security insurance (replaces most personal goods which are lost, damaged or stolen for up to 90 days from date of purchase)
  
• Free Extended warranty insurance (extension on normal manufacturer’s warranty for up to 1 year on most goods purchased in Australia or overseas)
  
• Online security guarantee

Gold opens a world of exclusive opportunities. Take advantage of exceptional Gold rewards every time you shop or pay a bill, and get a range of great travel benefits as well.

>> Apply for the Commonwealth Bank Gold Card

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