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Caixa Nacional card or Caixa Internacional card: which is better?

Among the Caixa card options, the Caixa Nacional card and Caixa Internacional card are among the best. On one side, we have one with national coverage and 3 flag options, on the other one with international coverage and 2 flag options. See which one is the best option for you!

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Caixa Nacional x Caixa Internacional: find out which one to choose

Qual cartão Caixa é o melhor? Fonte: Caixa
Which Caixa card is the best? Source: Box

Caixa Econômica Federal, also known as Caixa Federal or just Caixa, is a Brazilian public financial institution, which offers various financial services and products such as loans and credit cards. So, today, we are going to introduce you to the Caixa Nacional Card or Caixa Internacional Card.

In this sense, you will be able to compare the two options and see which one is best for you. At Nacional, coverage is national and has the Elo, Visa and Mastercard flag. At Internacional, coverage is international and has Visa and Mastercard flags.

So, keep reading to learn more about the characteristics of the two cards and see which one best suits your needs. Check out!

Caixa Nacional card International Cash Card
Minimum Incomenot informed
not informed
Annuity12x of R$ 10.50 (Visa/Mastercard)
12x of R$ 5.25 (Link)
12x of R$ 17.25
FlagElo / Visa / MastercardMastercard or Visa
RoofNationalInternational
BenefitsUp to 40 days to pay the invoiceCaixa points program
What are the features of the cards?

How to apply for the Caixa Nacional card

Caixa Nacional cards are available in a variety of brands, allowing customers to choose the one that best suits their profile. Check it out here.

How to apply for the Caixa Internacional card

Dreaming of applying for your first credit card, how about getting to know the Caixa Internacional card? Find information about it here and learn how to request it.

Caixa Nacional card

Firstly, the Caixa Nacional card is a basic option offered by Caixa with an annual fee that is one of the lowest, being charged 12 installments from R$5.25. In fact, it has 3 flag options: Elo, Visa and Mastercard, so you can choose the one that best meets your demands.

On the other hand, the card coverage is only national, that is, you cannot make purchases in other countries.

Despite this, it has very interesting payment and installment conditions for the cardholder.

Also, the available credit limit is at least R$800.00 according to credit analysis. And in addition, the annual fees charged vary according to the chosen flag option.

International Cash Card

Compared to Nacional, Caixa Internacional is a more improved version. Thus, coverage, as the name implies, is international.

And in addition, it has two flag options, Mastercard and Visa. Incidentally, you can still pay your purchases on the card in up to 24 installments and in some cases, you can pay in interest-free installments according to the conditions of the partner establishments.

Also, you can count on additional cards with no annual fee. Incidentally, the initial credit limit is R$1,000.00, and may vary according to the customer's profile analysis.

Therefore, if you are looking for a better card with international coverage, Caixa Internacional is the best option for you. But, have a high credit score and no name restrictions to apply for your card!

What are the advantages of the Caixa Nacional card?

Quais cartões a Caixa oferece? Fonte: CanvaPro
What cards does Caixa offer? Source: CanvaPro

To begin with, Caixa Nacional is a more basic option offered by Caixa and, therefore, also has a less rigorous credit analysis.

And in addition, it has three flag options, Visa, Elo or Mastercard, that is, you still have the benefits of each of the flags such as Vai de Visa, Mastercard Surprise and all the advantages of the Elo flag.

Furthermore, the annual fee is one of the lowest, starting at R$5.25, unlike other Caixa cards.

When making your purchases, you can pay for them up to 40 days after purchase. Likewise, you still have the option of paying your purchases in up to 24 installments, but in this case, interest will be charged.

What are the advantages of the Caixa Internacional card?

Among the advantages, you can pay your purchases in installments without interest at some Caixa partner establishments.

In addition, it guarantees the advantages of the Vai de Visa and Mastercard Surpreenda programs, as well as participating in the Caixa Points program.

Also, you are exempt from the annual fee on additional cards, that is, you can order your additional cards with peace of mind that you will not have to worry about the annual fee charged.

What are the disadvantages of the Caixa Nacional card?

Despite having several advantages, Caixa Nacional does not have international coverage, that is, you can only make purchases in Brazil.

And in addition, the card cannot be requested online, via telephone or application, because it can only be requested by going to one of the Caixa branches in person.

What are the disadvantages of the Caixa Internacional card?

Initially, the card unfortunately has some disadvantages. To start, with the annuity charge.

And in addition, the card does not approve negatives and is only available to people over 18 or 16 emancipated.

Caixa Nacional card or Caixa Internacional card: which one to choose?

Qual deles é a melhor opção? Fonte: CanvaPro.
Which one is the best option? Source: CanvaPro.

First, there are advantages and disadvantages to the Caixa Nacional and Caixa Internacional cards. To choose the right option, you need to carefully assess your needs and lifestyle.

Again, at Nacional, you can only shop in Brazil but it is a more basic and affordable option. On the other hand, the International coverage is international, but it is an option with a more rigorous credit analysis. Still, there are other options available in the market. So, see the content below.

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About the author  /  Joyce Viana

Graduated in Law from PUC Minas. Post Graduated in Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure by Faculdade Legale. She produces content for different niches, from recipes and finance to beauty and health. Since he was a child, he made writing his best friend, and he never stopped!

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