A minimum income of $30,000 per year is required to apply for a basic credit card. Income requirements may be higher if you're a Permanent Resident or foreigner. Your credit score from
Credit Bureau Singapore has a big say in whether the bank issues you a credit card and the credit limit you're given. When you apply for a credit card, you'll need to have photocopies of either your passport or NRIC as well as your latest monthly income statements or annual income tax assessment.