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Diners Club charge cards
Diners Club cards aren’t common in Australia but they do still exist – and they give you rewards, luxury perks plus the option of a partnered Mastercard.
Diners Club is one of the oldest credit-based card brands in the world, with its first card launched way back in 1950s New York. In Australia, Citi has issued Diners Club accounts with both a Diners Club card and a World Mastercard – so you can use it in more places.
Diners Club closing down in Australia
Diners Club has announced that personal cards issued in Australia will stop working from early 2024. You can contact Diners Club Australia by calling 1300 360 060. You can also compare other credit cards on Finder.
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The Diners Club Card earns Diners Club Rewards Points per $1 on eligible purchases and offers complimentary insurance for international travel and eligible shopping. You can redeem your points for rewards including travel, cashback, digital gift cards and point transfers to loyalty programs including Velocity Frequent Flyer, Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer and IHG Rewards Club.
As a charge card, you don't pay interest but do need to pay the total account balance by the due date on each statement. But Diners Club cards have limited acceptance and potentially high surcharges in Australia, so you may want to get an account that also comes with a World Mastercard.
Diners Club gives you a choice of two Qantas Frequent Flyer accounts. With the Frequent Flyer Diners Club Card, you'll earn 1 Qantas Point per $1 on eligible spending wherever Diners Club is accepted.
With the Frequent Flyer Diners Club Card + World Mastercard account, you get two cards linked to the same account and earn 1.25 Qantas Points per $1 spent on eligible purchases with the Diners Club Charge Card and 0.5 points per $1 spent with the Mastercard. Both of these accounts also offer 1 additional Qantas Point per $1 for eligible spending with Qantas.
Business charge cards
The Diners Club Business Card earns reward points per $1 on eligible transactions and has detailed statements that can help you track and report spending for your business. It also offers access to over 1,000 airport lounges and complimentary travel insurance.
With this charge card, you get 51 interest-free days to pay your statement in full.
The Diners Club Corporate Cards offer a range of account features to match the needs of your company. Some of the key benefits include detailed reporting, tax-ready statements and airport lounge access. You also have the option of a customised Corporate Travel Program.
The Diners Club Rewards program
Available exclusively to people with Diners Club cards, this rewards program gives you a way to earn points for all your eligible spending, with no limit on how many points you can earn and no expiry.
You can use these points to get rewards including gift cards, cashback, Apple products or point transfers to programs including Velocity Frequent Flyer, Singapore Airline KrisFlyer and Flybuys.
Diners Club Rewards point transfer partners
Below is a list of the loyalty programs you can transfer points to from your Diners Club account, including the transfer rates.
Note that these rates are based on details from the Diners Club Rewards website in January 2023. With Diners Club closing in Australia, transfers will need be made by mid-2024 and you should confirm rates before transferring.
This retail rewards program allows you to earn points with partners including Coles Supermarkets, Kmart and Target, which you can then redeem for a variety of shopping or travel rewards.
1 point = 1 Flybuys point
Qatar Airways Privilege Club
Redeem Avios for rewards including flights and upgrades with Qatar and Oneworld member airlines.
The frequent flyer program of Virgin Australia airlines.
1 point = 1 Velocity Point
Benefits of getting a Diners Club Card
Some of the key features you can get with a Diners Club card include:
Airport lounge access
Diners Club has partnered with airport lounges around the world to offer you complimentary access when you show your card and valid boarding pass. Some lounges also allow you to bring a guest, although fees may apply. You can search for lounges and individual entry details on the Diners Club website or by downloading the Diners Club Travel Tools mobile app. This lounge access will stop working with Australia-issued Diners Club cards from early 2024.
Diners Club Shipping
If you're shopping with US retailers, you can get discounted shipping and parcel-forwarding options through a partnership with MyUS.com. As a Diners Club cardholder, perks include free premium membership for 24 months, 15% savings on your first shipment and 10% savings on all subsequent shipments.
Mastercard World Benefits
If you get a companion World Mastercard, you'll unlock exclusive offers on shopping, dining, travel and golf. For example, you can get complimentary green fees and golf lessons at participating locations around the world – including in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth.
Eligibility criteria
Before you can apply for a Diners Club Card there are a few eligibility boxes you need to tick.
Each card has slightly different details for who can apply, but all Diners Club cards include the following:
Application criteria
Minimum income. You must meet the minimum income requirements for your chosen Diners Club account. This varies depending on the account that you choose, so make sure you check before you apply.
Residency status. You must be a permanent Australian resident or citizen.
Age. You must be at least 18 years old.
Credit history. You must have good credit history.
Frequently asked questions
When you apply for a Diners Club charge card, you’re actually applying for a Diners Club credit account that has two cards. Get a Diners Club card and a World Mastercard so you can use the account to spend in more places and earn more rewards when you do.
Yes, you can use your Diners Club charge card online with businesses that accept Diners Club. Alternatively, you could use the linked World Mastercard to make purchases with businesses that don't accept Diners Club but do accept Mastercard.
Follow these steps to redeem your Diners Club Rewards points:
Log in with your account details. This is also how you can check your points balance.
Search for the reward you want and follow the prompts to redeem it.
Some rewards give you the option of using a combination of points and cash if you don't have enough points for the reward you want. You can also call Diners Club on 1300 360 060 if you have any questions about getting rewards or your points balance.
If your card is lost or stolen, call Diners Club on 1300 360 060 (available 24/7). Diners Club will send you a replacement free of charge anywhere in the world, with dispatch offered within 24 hours of processing your request.
You have two options. You can add an additional cardholder to the account when you apply or you can do it after by completing and sending off an Additional Card Application.
There are three things to remember about adding an additional cardholder to your account:
The main cardholder is responsible for all spending on the account and must pay for any spending on additional cards.
The primary and additional cards have different numbers.
The card statement shows which cards completed each transaction.
From 1 December 2019, you can manage your Diners Club account through Card Services Direct Online. You will need to set up a new user ID and password as part of this process.
You get comprehensive international travel and medical insurance when you meet the following conditions.
Your entire return journey is three months or less in duration.
The total cost of the return overseas travel ticket was charged to the eligible Diners Club charge card account.
Any dependant children or spouses are also eligible for cover when they meet the above two conditions and are also travelling with the primary cardholder for the entire journey.
If the overseas travel ticket is a one-way journey only up to 31 days of cover will be provided under the policy.
Have a specific question about Diners Club Cards in Australia? Call Diners Club on 1300 360 060.
Amy Bradney-George is the senior writer for credit cards at Finder, and editorial lead for Finder Green. She has over 14 years’ experience as a journalist, with a particular focus on personal finance, and has been featured in publications including ABC News, Money Magazine and The Sydney Morning Herald.
Hi Govindram. Thanks for your question. You don’t need to be flying on a specific flight in order to take advantage of the complimentary lounge access, you only need to have your card on you to get access to the lounges. I hope this helps. Jacob.
Hi Terry. Thanks for the feedback. Can you please let me know what you would like to know? There is no record of your email address in the system. Jacob.
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how many diners club
points for hawain airline points
Hi Don,
Thanks for your inquiry,
Diners club to HawaiianMiles is 2:1.
I hope this helps,
Cheers,
Jonathan
which atm can I use my diners club card in.
Hi John,
Thanks for your question.
You can use any ATM that displays the Diners symbol.
Cheers,
Shirley
How do I cancel out of Secure Sentinel membership?
Hi Janeen. Thanks for your question. Please contact a member of their customer service team to cancel your Secure Sentinel Membership. Cheers. Jacob.
Can I use Discover card wherever Diners club card is accepted at airport lounges worldwide.
To use the lounge facility, must I buy the airline ticket with discover card? Or
I can use the lounge facility because I have discover card.
Hi Govindram. Thanks for your question. You don’t need to be flying on a specific flight in order to take advantage of the complimentary lounge access, you only need to have your card on you to get access to the lounges. I hope this helps. Jacob.
After five e-mails now over a year, asking a simple question I have not had a response.
Where is your accountability?
Hi Terry. Thanks for the feedback. Can you please let me know what you would like to know? There is no record of your email address in the system. Jacob.