Vi partners Niyo to offer app users zero-markup forex cards for free: All details

Vi has partnered with the fintech company Niyo to offer zero-markup forex cards. These cards will be provided to Vi’s mobile subscribers travelling for business, education, or leisure. Customers can request the card through the Vi app, with 24-hour doorstep delivery available in supported locations. For users in the express delivery zones, a Niyo representative will manage KYC verification, assist with card setup, and facilitate a trial transaction. In areas where physical delivery is not available via the express service, customers can instead download the Niyo app to activate their card digitally.This financial service integration expands Vi’s existing travel portfolio. The addition of forex cards complements the company's other travel offerings, such as international roaming plans, airport lounge access, travel insurance, and baggage protection services.As a special introductory offer for Vi customers, Niyo is offering their flagship Niyo Premium service (worth Rs 999/ year) completely free, which gives travellers a host of benefits such as:● Rs 10,000 worth of annual savings on travel● Zero convenience fee on visa & flight bookings on Niyo app● Flat 10% off on international hotels on Niyo app● 1 free lounge access every quarter● 1 free ATM withdrawal every quarterAccepted in more than 180 countries, the Niyo Forex card processes international transactions at base exchange rates. It helps customers avoid the usual 3 to 5% forex markup that increases the cost of spending overseas.This new initiative aligns with Vi’s focus on strengthening its International Roaming proposition, combining first-in-industry propositions for the benefit of International Travellers. Recently, Vi announced special roaming discounts for secondary members on Vi Family Postpaid plans, whereby Secondary members receive a 10% discount, and REDX Family users receive a 25% discount on IR packs. Vi also partnered with Aditya Birla Health Insurance to offer Travel Insurance cover of Rs 40 Lakh, at a price point of just Rs 285 with all Vi IR Packs. Additionally, Vi’s partnership with Blue Ribbon Bags extends delayed/lost baggage protection, with compensation of up to Rs 19,800 per bag, for just Rs 99. With the latest Niyo Forex Card offering, Vi has built a comprehensive and convenient international travel experience proposition for its customers, blending seamless connectivity, smarter spending and dependable protection from the moment they leave the country’s shores, till their return.