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Updated 27 February 2026

Mastercard Black

by ICS

Monthly fee
€18.75
Foreign fees
2%
Insurance
Included
Network
mastercard
Mastercard Black credit card
Best for:TravelLounge AccessPremium

Premium ICS card with AXA travel insurance, 4 Priority Pass lounge visits per year, and airport fast-track passes.

The verdict

What we like

  • +4 Priority Pass lounge visits/year
  • +4 airport fast-track passes/year
  • +Comprehensive AXA travel insurance
  • +365-day purchase protection

What to consider

  • -High annual fee (€225)
  • -2% foreign transaction fee
  • -Limited lounge visits vs Amex

Financial details

Monthly fee€18.75
Foreign transaction fee2%
Credit limit€1,000 – €5,000
Interest-free period21 days
Late payment fee€15

Banking features

Card networkmastercard
Daily ATM withdrawal limit€750
ATM fees4% (negative balance) or 1% max €1.50 (positive balance)
Contactless paymentsSupported
Apple PaySupported
Google PaySupported
Choose your PINYes
Max cards per account2
Additional card cost€135
Free replacement cardYes

Insurance coverage

Purchase protectionIncluded
Travel insuranceIncluded
Flight delay insuranceIncluded
Baggage insuranceIncluded
Car rental insuranceIncluded
Cancellation insuranceIncluded
Medical insuranceIncluded
Legal assistanceNot included
Fraud protectionIncluded
24h helplineAvailable

Requirements

Minimum net income€1,500/month
BKR credit checkRequired
Delivery time10 business days

You will typically need: Dutch address, BSN number, valid ID/passport, and proof of income (payslip or employment contract).

How to apply

1

Gather your documents

Have your BSN number, valid ID or passport, proof of Dutch address, and proof of income (min. €1,500/month) ready.

2

Start the application

Visit ICS's website and fill in the online application form. This typically takes 5–10 minutes.

3

Identity verification

Your identity will be verified and a BKR credit check will be performed. This is standard for Dutch credit cards.

4

Receive your card

Your card will arrive within 10 business days by post. Activate it online or via the app.

Monthly fee
€18.75/mo

You'll need your BSN and proof of income

Quick facts

Provider
ICS
Tap to pay
Contactless ready
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