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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Balance Transfer work?

Two easy ways to relax your finances with DBS Balance Transfer

1. Tap into your unused credit limit for cash

Cash out unused credit limit from your DBS/POSB Credit Card or Cashline into your DBS/POSB Savings Account.

How DBS Balance Transfer works 1

2. Consolidate outstanding balances

Use the funds to pay off balances from other banks to avoid rolling interest.

How DBS Balance Transfer works 2

Here’s an illustration of how much you could save with Balance Transfer

 Bank XYZDBS
Outstanding amount:S$10,000
Tenure12 months
Interest24%0%
One-time administration fee1-4.5%
One-time administration fee amount-S$450
InterestS$2,400$0
You could save S$1,950! 

This is an example based on a 24% p.a. interest rate charged by other banks on credit card balances over 12 months.

How will I be notified after my application is approved?

You will receive an SMS and the approval letter to your mailing address registered with the bank.

What is the maximum loan amount for my Balance Transfer application? How many Balance Transfer can I apply with my Cashline or Credit Card?

You can apply up to 93% of your available credit limit. You may apply for multiple Balance Transfer as long as there is available credit limit.

Why am I unable to apply for a Balance Transfer?

There must not be any credit balance (excess payment – i.e. your available credit limit is more than your assigned credit limit) or GIRO arrangement in all your Credit Card or Cashline account for Balance Transfer application.

Learn how to transfer your credit balance from Cashline to your own DBS/POSB Savings account here.

Where can I find the details of my Balance Transfer after it is approved?

You may refer to your Cashline or Credit Card monthly statements or log in to Mobile banking (applicable for Cashline only).

Can I repay my Balance Transfer early?

Yes, you can repay your Balance Transfer early with no early repayment fee. There will be no rebate of the one-time administration fee.

How do I read my statement and know how much to pay for my Balance Transfer every month?

Minimum Payment:

  • For Credit Card(s) - 3% of your total outstanding balance, or S$50, whichever is higher
  • For Cashline account - 2.5% of your total outstanding balance, or S$50, whichever is higher.

The outstanding amount on your Balance Transfer is included in your total outstanding amount.

It is recommended to apply for a Balance Transfer on your Cashline or a Credit Card (with the least usage), to keep your repayment separate from your regular spending.

Tips: Trying to understand your statements? Here’s the guide for Credit Card and Cashline.

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