Credit Card Documents

Applying for a credit card is now easier with Airtel Finance. Get a brand new credit card by applying through the Airtel Thanks app. A simple process with minimum documentation so that you finally get a credit card that helps you save more each day. Ensure you meet the eligibility conditions and have the right documents so that the credit card application can be processed instantly!

List of Credit Card Documents

Your Credit Card application needs very few documents

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  • PAN card
    Provide your PAN details

  • Form 60
    If you don’ t have PAN

  • Residential proof
    Voter ID, driving license

  • Identity proof
    Aadhaar card, PAN, etc.

  • Income proof
    Payslip, form 16, etc.

  • Colour photograph
    Passport sized

How to Apply for a Credit Card?

Applying for a credit card is very easy. Follow the steps below:

  • Get Airtel Thanks
    Download the app and go to Shop section

  • Tap on Airtel Finance
    Click on the credit card banner

  • Select Apply Now
    Now fill up the complete application form

  • Complete digital KYC
    The card will be delivered to you very soon

FAQs on Documents required for Credit Card

What types of identification documents are typically required to get a credit card?

To apply for a credit card, you will need to provide address proof, income proof, ID proof, and age proof. The requirements to apply for a credit card can vary from one bank to another.

Is a driver's license sufficient to get a credit card?

Yes, you can use a driver’s license to apply for a credit card, but you will also have to submit additional documents.

What documents can I use to prove my current address?

You can use any of the following documents to prove your current address: electricity bill, ration card, passport, driver's license, telephone bill, bank statement of the last two months, and voter ID card.

Is a utility bill or rental agreement acceptable for a credit card?

Yes, you can provide utility bills or rental agreements for your credit card. However, you will also have to provide more documents.

What documents do I need to provide as proof of income to apply for a credit card?

The following documents are accepted as proof of income to apply for a credit card: Latest payslip, Form 16, Income Tax returns.

To apply for a credit card, can I use pay stubs, tax returns, or bank statements?

Yes, you can use tax returns or bank statements to apply for a credit card.

Should I include employment details on the credit card application?

Yes, your employment details are necessary to apply for a credit card.

What are the credit card documents for self-employed individuals?

Self-employed applicants need to provide the following set of documents for a credit card: ID proof, address proof, income proof, age proof.

Will my credit history be checked during the application process?

Yes, your credit history will be carefully looked at when you apply for a credit card, and it plays a big role in deciding if your application gets approved.

How can I obtain a copy of my credit report?

You can check your credit score, from any online website and get a copy of your credit report for free.

Do I need to provide information about my existing credit cards?

It is not necessary to provide information about your existing credit cards unless the bank asks for it.

How does my current credit card usage impact my application?

If you are using your existing credit card and paying all the bills on time, then your application will not be impacted at all. However, late payments could cause trouble in your application process.

Are specific financial documents required, such as bank statements or investment statements?

Yes, you will have to provide your bank statements while applying for a credit card.

What documents are required if I am a student applying for a credit card?

Students who are applying for a credit card need to provide the following set of documents: ID proof, college enrolment proof, age proof, and address proof.

Can I use my student ID or enrolment verification of the credit card?

Yes, students can use their student ID or enrolment proof to apply for a credit card.

Are there specific requirements for non-citizens or residents to apply for a credit card?

Yes, Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) will have to provide the following set of documents: ID proof, and address proof in India and overseas.

What credit card documents are needed for foreign nationals?

In India, credit card applications are only accepted for Indian and NRI residents.

Can I apply for a credit card jointly with someone else?

Yes, you can apply for a joint credit card. However, these have become uncommon now and lenders usually provide credit cards only for one person.

What documents are required for a joint application?

The documents needed for a joint application of credit card could vary from one bank to another.

Is there an age requirement for applying for a credit card?

Yes, credit card applications are usually accepted for people between 18 and 70 years of age.

What documents can I use to verify my age?

Your age can be verified by the following documents: tenth standard certificate, birth certificate, passport, and voter ID card.

What documents are needed for a business credit card application?

You will need the following set of documents for a business credit card application: address proof, income proof, and business continuity proof.

Can I use business tax returns and financial statements to apply for a credit card?

Yes, you can use these documents to apply for a credit card.

Where can I find the official credit card application form?

You can find the official credit card application form on the bank’s website.

Are there specific sections I should pay special attention to?

Yes, you need to read all the scheme-related documents carefully before you sign up for the credit card.

Do I need to provide personal references on the credit card application?

There is no need to provide personal references on the credit card application.

How are these references used in the approval process?

You will not have to provide any references for your credit card application.

Where can I find information about the credit card's rewards program on the application?

You can find all the details regarding the credit card rewards programs on the main credit card website. You will probably not find it on the application form.

Are there specific documents explaining the rewards program?

Yes, you can probably find specific documents that explain the credit card’s rewards program. Contact your bank or lender for more details on this.

Can I submit my credit card application online?

Yes, you can submit your credit card application online.

Are there alternative methods for submitting the application?

You could also visit the nearest branch of the same bank and fill up the credit card application offline.

Are there specific considerations for military personnel applying for a credit card?

There are no specific considerations for military personnel applying for a credit card.

What documents are needed for military applicants?

Military personnel applying for a credit card will need to provide the same documents as an employed person. Here are the documents needed: ID proof, address proof, income proof, age proof.

How can I access information about fees and charges associated with the credit card?

You need to contact your credit card lender for any extra fees or charges.

Are there any hidden fees that I should be aware of?

Always make it a point to ask the lender for hidden fees or charges associated with a credit card.

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Documents required for Credit Card

Credit cards have become a very popular way of making online payments. Credit cards have changed the way people look at a line of credit. Applying for your next credit card However, when you proceed to apply for your credit card, you must remember that you have to submit the right set of documents.

List of Documents for Credit Card

The exact set of documents needed for a specific credit card may vary from one bank to another. Here are the documents you need as per your profession or line of work:

List of Credit Card Documents for Self Employed Applicants

Here is the list of credit card documents needed for self-employed applicants. Remember that you don’t need to submit the original version of these documents, but the photocopies. Also, ensure that the address on the documents is the same as it is on the credit card application form.

  • ID proof (any one of the following): Aadhaar card, PAN card, driving license, voter ID, passport
  • Address proof (any one of the following): Electricity bill, ration card, passport, driving license, telephone bill, bank statement of the last two months, voter ID
  • Income proof (any one of the following): Latest payslip, Form 16, Income Tax return
  • Age proof (any one of the following): Tenth standard certificate, birth certificate, passport, voter ID
  • Other documents: PAN card photocopy, Form 60

Credit Card Documents List for Business Owners

Here is the list of credit card documents needed for business owners. Remember that you don’t need to submit the original version of these documents, but their photocopies. Also, ensure that the address on the documents is the same as it is on the credit card application form.

  • ID proof (any one of the following): Aadhaar card, PAN card, driving license, voter ID, passport
  • Address proof (any one of the following): Electricity bill, ration card, passport, driver's license, telephone bill, bank statement from the last two months, voter ID
  • Income proof (any one of the following): Income Tax returns, certified finance documents, proof of business continuity, PAN card
  • Age proof (any one of the following): Tenth standard certificate, birth certificate, passport, voter ID

Documents Required for Students to Apply for Credit Card

Here is the list of credit card documents needed for students. Keep in mind that you don’t need to produce the original version of these documents, but their photocopies. Also, ensure that the address on the documents is the same as it is on the credit card application form.

  • ID proof (any one of the following): Aadhaar card, PAN card, driving license, voter ID, passport
  • Address proof (any one of the following): Electricity bill, ration card, passport, driver's license, telephone bill, bank statement from the last two months, voter ID
  • Enrolment proof (any one of the following): College ID card, college admission proof, study certificate from the college or the university
  • Age proof (any one of the following): Tenth standard certificate, birth certificate, passport, voter ID card

Documents Required for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) to Apply For Credit Card

Here is the list of credit card documents needed for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs). It must be noted that you don’t need to submit the original version of these documents, but their photocopies. Also, make sure that the address on the documents is the same as it is on the credit card application form.

  • ID proof (any one of the following): Passport or driving license
  • Address proof (any one of the following to be used as the mailing address in India): Driving license, passport, original electricity bill, original postpaid mobile bill/invoice, original bank account statement, voter ID, rental agreement, lease deed, title deed of property
  • Address proof (for the mailing address in overseas locations): Driver's license, overseas bank statement, Government ID card, utility bills, credit card statements, lease agreement, rent receipt, company appointment letter, company ID card, passport

Documents Required to Apply for Travel Credit Cards or Forex Cards

Here is the list of credit card documents needed for travel credit cards or forex cards. Remember that you don’t need to submit the original version of these documents, but their photocopies. Also, ensure that the address on the documents is the same as it is on the credit card application form.

  • For salaried and self-employed applicants: Passport, visa, travel ticket, PAN card, A2 form
  • For student applicants: A2 form, passport, University admit card/appointment letter, passport size photo