UOB Absolute Cashback Card

UOB Absolute Cashback Card
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Ideal for
No-fuss Spenders
Card benefit
Up to 1.7 % cashback
Annual Fee
S$196.20
Minimum Annual Income
S$30,000
Supported Payment Network:
Supported Payment Type:

Offers

SingSaver Reward up to S$899

Apply through SingSaver and choose from 4 premium rewards
Limited time only
gift logo

Worth S$400

Limited time only
gift logo

Worth S$799

Limited time only
gift logo

Worth S$95

Limited time only
gift logo

Worth S$100

SingSaver Flash Deal
  • S$400 Cash via PayNow
  • Dyson Airstrait™ straightener (worth S$799)
  • S$95 Cash via PayNow

Welcome Offer
  • S$100 Samsung Voucher

Highlights

SingSaver's Take

1.7% cashback on all your purchases including travel, home furnishings, weddings, luxury purchases and more.
0.3% cashback on local transactions which are commonly excluded from earning rewards such as charity, education, healthcare, professional services, utilities and Grab wallet top-ups.
No minimum spend.

Things to Consider

No rebate cap
No monthly spend required
Insurance rebate

Benefits

Cashback Health
1.7 %
Cashback Base Rate
1.7 %
Cashback Travel
1.7 %
Cashback Dining
1.7 %
Cashback Supermarket
1.7 %
Cashback Petrol
1.7 %
Cashback Retail
1.7 %
Cashback Local Online Shopping
1.7 %
Cashback Overseas Online Shopping
1.7 %
Cashback Department Store
1.7 %
Cashback Digital Wallet
1.7 %
Cashback Online Bill Payment Spending
1.7 %
Cashback Contactless Spend
1.7 %
Cashback Transport
1.7 %
Cashback Local
Up to 1.7 %
Cashback Insurance
1.7 %
Cashback Overseas
Up to 1.7 %
Cashback Bonus Cap
No cap

Fees & Charges

Annual Fee
S$ 196.20
Foreign Currency Transaction Fee
3.25 %
Cash Advance Service Charge
S$ 15

Late Payment Charge
S$ 100

Installment Rate
0 %
Installment Tenure
Up to 24 months
Installment Processing Fee
From 3 %

Eligibility

Monthly Spend Required
None
Minimum Annual Income
S$ 30,000
Minimum Age
21 years old

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Unlimited cashback with no cap

  • No minimum spend requirement

  • Works with a wide range of merchant categories

  • High-value welcome offer via SingSaver

Cons

  • Annual fee after first year

  • No travel or lounge benefits

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SingSaver Promo Code
Annual Fee
S$0
S$196.20
S$196.20
Cashback Local
Up to 10 %
Up to20 %
2 %
Airmiles Base Rate

UOB Absolute Cashback Card

The UOB Absolute Cashback Card is ideal for high spenders, big-ticket shoppers, and anyone who wants hassle-free cashback without tracking categories. 

It allows you to earn unlimited 1.7% cashback on all eligible transactions, both locally and overseas.

Additionally, it offers automatic cashback crediting, works with a wide range of merchants (including insurance and education), and has no minimum spend requirement.

Spend category

Rewards earned

S$1 Local Spend

1.7% cashback

S$1 Overseas Spend

1.7% cashback

Maximum Cashback

Unlimited

 

SingSaver’s offer

Apply and get approved for the UOB Absolute Cashback Card and make a minimum spend of S$500 within 30 days of card approval to be eligible for up to S$670 in total value:

  • Exclusive offer:
    • S$60 cash via PayNow; or
    • S$70 Grab voucher
  • Flash deal:
    • Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) worth S$349; or
    • Samsonite Straren Spinner 67/24 worth S$600; or
    • S$300 cash via PayNow

*SingSaver Exclusive Offer promotion is valid until 31 August 2025.

*Promotion is valid for new-to-UOB credit card members only.

Welcome offer comparison
 

Platform

Maximum reward

SingSaver

Up to S$670 in value (cash, vouchers, or gifts)

UOB Website

10% cashback on eligible transactions (capped at S$250)


Best offer:
 SingSaver’s promotion offers the highest combined value, especially for those who can meet the spend requirement quickly and want both cashback and premium gifts.

 

UOB Absolute Cashback Card at a glance

Air miles

5/5 Stars

  • Unlimited 1.7% cashback on all spend
  • No category restrictions or exclusions for most spend types
  • Automatic crediting to your statement

Overseas spending

3.5/5 Stars

  • Same 1.7% cashback rate on foreign currency spend
  • Useful for overseas trips and online foreign purchases

Travel

2/5 Stars

  • No travel perks or insurance benefits
  • Best for earning cashback on travel bookings rather than miles

Bill payment

4/5 Stars

  • Cashback applies to many payment categories, including insurance, school fees, and utilities
  • Bill payments via AXS/SAM are included

Petrol

3/5 Stars

  • Earn cashback at petrol stations without needing a tie-up brand
  • May not beat dedicated petrol cards for discounts

Annual interest rate and fees

  • Annual principal fee: S$196.20 (inclusive of GST)
  • Supplementary annual fee: Free
  • Fee waiver: 1-year waiver for principal card
  • Interest-free period: 21 days
  • Annual interest rate: 27.8% p.a.
  • Late payment fees: S$100
  • Minimum monthly repayment: 3% or S$50, whichever is higher
  • Foreign currency transaction fee: 3.25%
  • Cash advance transaction fee: 6% or S$15, whichever is higher
  • Overlimit fee: S$40

Minimum income requirements

  • Singaporean/PR minimum income (55 years old and below): S$30,000
  • Singaporean/PR minimum income (56 years old and above): S$15,000
  • Fixed Deposit collateral of minimum S$10,000
  • Non-Singaporean minimum income: S$40,000
  • Fixed Deposit collateral of minimum S$10,000

 

Why apply for the UOB Absolute Cashback Card

Perks and benefits

  • Unlimited 1.7% cashback on all spend
  • Cashback applies to many non-traditional categories like insurance and education
  • No minimum spend required to earn rewards

Additional benefits

  • First-year annual fee waiver
  • Automatic cashback crediting to reduce your statement balance
  • Wide merchant acceptance

Everyday value

  • Perfect for big-ticket purchases, recurring bills, and non-bonus spend categories
  • Reliable earn rate for those who don’t want to track spending categories

SingSaver’s take

The UOB Absolute Cashback Card is a straightforward, high-value option for those who prefer cashback over miles and don’t want to juggle multiple cards for different categories. While it lacks travel perks, its unlimited cashback potential and generous SingSaver welcome offer make it a strong choice for everyday use and large purchases.

Card comparison

Card

Miles/Rewards

Annual fee (principal)

Other perks

UOB Absolute Cashback Card

1.7% unlimited cashback

S$196.20 (1-year waiver)

Cashback on broad categories including insurance

Citi Cash Back+ Card

1.6% unlimited cashback, up to 3.25% cashback on qualifying FCY

S$196.20 (1-year waiver)

Automatic cashback crediting

HSBC Advance Credit Card

1.5% with no minimum spend, 2.5% when you spend above S$2,000



S$194.40 (1-year waiver)

Higher earn rate with monthly spend requirement

 

The UOB Absolute Cashback Card is one of the few cards in Singapore offering unlimited cashback with no minimum spend and broad merchant eligibility.

 

Application process

  1. Click “Apply Now” on this page
  2. Complete the UOB online application form
  3. Upload NRIC and income documents
  4. Wait for approval (typically 1–2 weeks)
  5. Meet the minimum spend of S$500 within 30 days of card approval to be eligible for the reward

Frequently asked questions about the UOB Absolute Cashback Card

  • Is the cashback really unlimited?
  • Does it cover insurance payments?
  • When is cashback credited?
  • Can I use this card overseas?
  • Is there a first-year fee waiver?