Travel fintech platform Scapia has announced a new credit card in partnership with Federal Bank called the Scapia Federal RuPay Credit Card.

The card will offer both VISA and RuPay for online, offline, UPI and international transactions in a single credit card statement. Through the dual network card, the user can manage both credit and UPI spends via RuPay in one place.

The card will also have zero forex markup on all international transactions. It will provide access to unlimited domestic lounge access and complimentary dining, shopping, and spa across all airport outlets. Users will be able to earn rewards on eligible transactions and earn travel benefits on the Scapia app.

Anil Goteti, Founder and CEO of Scapia, said, “At Scapia, we are reimagining how Indians access and experience credit in a mobile-first, travel- forward world. By bringing together the reach of Visa, the innovation of RuPay on UPI, and the trust of Federal Bank, we have built a product that’s frictionless, borderless, and future-ready. Whether you are paying for your next coffee or your trip to the next continent, this card does it all — seamlessly, securely, and with unmatched rewards.”

Scapia has also carried out platform enhancements under their 2025 Summer Release which includes built-in recommendations to navigate waitlists for train bookings, The platform has also improved its accommodation booking experience for easier reservation of stays. The company also rolled out custom fare options tailored for students and senior citizens and redesigned its rewards program also known as Scapia Coins.

Founded in 2022, the Bengaluru-based company in April this year, raised $40 million in Series B funding led by Peak XV Partners, with participation from existing investors, Elevation Capital, Z47, and 3STATE Capital. In 2023, Scapia launched a co-branded credit card with Federal Bank which is based on the VISA network. Users can access transactions of the card immediately via the Scapia app. According to the company, the card can be used in over 150 countries.

(with inputs from bl intern Nethra Sailesh)

Published on June 12, 2025