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There are many benefits to having a First Bank credit card. Perhaps you’ve encountered unexpected expenses like a medical bill or car repair. Or maybe you don’t want to front a large down payment for an item and would prefer to pay in smaller installments. If you’re a small business owner, you could use some help managing day‑to‑day purchases.

A First Bank credit card can help you with all of these situations and allow you to earn rewards points* that you can redeem however you choose.

First Bank’s Credit Card Options

First Bank offers Mastercard® credit cards for individuals and businesses.

Choose from our:

Each card comes with a host of benefits that include:

  • A rewards program. Use your First Bank credit card to earn rewards points on qualified purchases that can be redeemed for travel, gift cards, experiences, cash back, merchandise, donations, or real‑time rewards.
  • Round-the-clock access. Manage your account online or use our 24-hour telephone banking for customer service regarding your First Bank credit card.
  • Convenience. Use your First Bank credit card to pay bills or make purchases online.
  • Security. A First Bank credit card provides peace of mind through zero liability, ID theft resolution, and fraud protection.
  • Flexibility. Enjoy a 26‑day interest‑free grace period for purchases when your balance is paid in full and on time.
  • Worldwide service. Wherever you travel, Mastercard Global Service® follows.
  • Price protection. If you find a lower price for a new item that was bought with your First Bank credit card, you might be reimbursed for the difference.
  • Extended warranty. Many manufacturers’ warranties can be doubled up to a year when you pay with your First Bank credit card.

Earn Rewards with Your Mastercard

Any customer who has a First Bank Mastercard credit card with rewards can participate in the One Rewards Program. Simply log In to your online banking and watch your points grow.

With a First Bank credit card, you can earn points on things like gas, groceries, insurance, utilities, and more. Here are a few examples of how you can spend your rewards points:

  • Gift cards to restaurants like The Cheesecake Factory, Starbucks, or Panera Bread
  • Gift cards to retailers like Macy’s, Crate & Barrel, Shell, and Lowes
  • Travel rewards

First Bank credit cards are offered with no annual fees, competitive interest rates, and balance transfers.

Contact First Bank today to open a First Bank credit card, and put some financial freedom and rewards benefits in your pocket.

*See our Terms and Conditions for complete details on our One Rewards Program. Loans subject to credit approval.

® Mastercard. Mastercard, Debit Mastercard, and the Mastercard brand marks are trademarks of Mastercard International Incorporated.

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