What does the HSBC Rewards Catalogue for credit cards look like in India in 2025 and how can I redeem my points effectively?
When I heard that HSBC revamped its Rewards Catalogue this year, I asked a few friends who use HSBC cards and also read through some forums. I discovered that the 2025 catalogue offers a much-expanded range of redemption options through a mobile-friendly portal. Here is a clear breakdown of what is available, how to access it, and what users are saying.
Expanded Rewards Catalogue for HSBC Smart Value vs ICICI Amazon Pay Credit Card
A colleague of mine who just used the catalogue said he was amazed to find over 20,000 redemption options from gadgets and gift vouchers to airline miles and hotel stays all available instantly via the mobile app. It felt like flipping through a fully stocked store instead of the limited list from earlier years.
New Airline and Hotel Transfer Partners for HSBC Credit Card Rewards Catalogue 2025 India
I spoke with another HSBC cardholder who frequently travels and she was thrilled that as of April 2025 she can now transfer her reward points to 15 airline programs and 5 hotel chains. Whether it is KrisFlyer, Marriott Bonvoy, or Accor, the flexibility to use points for travel bookings has significantly increased.
How to Redeem Rewards via the HSBC Mobile App in India
One friend walked me through the process. He logged into HSBC’s mobile banking app, navigated to the Rewards Marketplace, and instantly converted points to airmiles using just a few taps. He liked how the app stores his frequent flight and hotel program details, making every redemption smooth and quick.
Transition of HSBC Credit Card Rewards Catalogue in 2025
A user informed me they could not redeem points for a few weeks in March 2025. That was because HSBC froze the platform during the transition, which was a minor inconvenience but a worthwhile move for better features. By April 1, the upgraded system was live on the app with improved usability and variety.
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The main highlight of the HSBC program right now is the travel options like hotels & flights so to compensate for this HSBC has made many exclusion categories. I would recommend to keep the HSBC cards only travel spends as they offer really good rewards.
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