Discontinued / winding down
This card is being wound down
Following the Vistara–Air India merger, Club Vistara was integrated into Air India’s Maharaja Club (12 Nov 2024). IDFC FIRST Bank is no longer accepting new applications for the Club Vistara IDFC FIRST Credit Card, and the card will not be renewed beyond 31 March 2026 — extended, per updated communication, to 30 September 2026. IDFC FIRST is inviting holders to move to its new IndiGo IDFC FIRST Dual Credit Card; Air India Maharaja Club co-brands are another route.
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The Club Vistara IDFC FIRST Credit Card was a popular airline co-brand built on Club Vistara benefits. With Vistara merged into Air India, the card is being wound down. This page explains the timeline and what existing holders should do.
What changed
| Change | Detail |
|---|---|
| Loyalty programme | Club Vistara merged into Maharaja Club (12 Nov 2024) |
| New applications | Closed |
| Card validity | Not renewed beyond 31 Mar 2026 — extended to 30 Sep 2026 |
| Withdrawn perks | Premium economy ticket voucher, cabin-upgrade voucher, Silver status |
| Annual fee | No longer levied |
| Migration | IndiGo IDFC FIRST Dual Credit Card (and Air India Maharaja Club co-brands) |
What existing cardholders should do
- Check your points: Club Vistara points have moved to Air India Maharaja Club — confirm the transfer.
- Use the card before wind-down: it remains usable until the dates above.
- Pick a successor: consider the IndiGo IDFC FIRST Dual Credit Card, or an Air India Maharaja Club co-brand if you fly Air India.
Successors & alternatives
IndiGo IDFC FIRST Dual
IDFC’s invited replacement for Club Vistara holders.
Air India SBI Signature
Earns Maharaja Points — natural for Air India flyers.
Axis Atlas
Flexible travel-miles card with transfer partners.
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Compare current travel co-brands.
Bottom line
The Club Vistara IDFC FIRST card is being retired as Vistara merges into Air India. It’s closed to new applicants and won’t renew beyond 30 September 2026, with key vouchers and status already withdrawn. Existing holders should ensure their points moved to Maharaja Club and pick a successor — the IndiGo IDFC FIRST Dual card or an Air India co-brand.
Frequently asked questions
Can I still apply for this card?
No — IDFC FIRST has stopped accepting new applications for the Club Vistara IDFC FIRST card.
Until when does my card work?
It won’t be renewed beyond 31 March 2026, extended to 30 September 2026 per updated communication.
What happened to my Club Vistara points?
They’ve been integrated into Air India’s Maharaja Club. Confirm the transfer in your Maharaja Club account.
What can I move to?
IDFC FIRST is inviting holders to the IndiGo IDFC FIRST Dual Credit Card; Air India Maharaja Club co-brands are another option.
Updated June 2026, cross-checked against IDFC FIRST, Air India and Vistara-merger communications. Confirm wind-down dates and migration with IDFC FIRST Bank.