This guide covers the miles and cashback cards for Golden Village, Shaw and other movie theatres and the discounts that stack on top.
How Cinema Spend Is Tagged
Cinemas are usually tagged under merchant category code (MCC) 7832 (Motion Picture Theatres). Banks decide bonuses by the MCC and sometimes, the MCCs can vary, so test with one small booking before relying on it for larger spend.
How You Pay Changes What You Earn
How you pay matters as much as which card you use. Some cards only give their bonus on online transactions, so the booking has to go through the cinema’s website or app. Others treat a phone tap (Apple Pay, Google Pay or Samsung Pay) as mobile contactless but earn nothing extra on a physical card tap. The How to Pay column in the tables below shows which is which.
Ticket Discounts Running Now:
These discounts lower the ticket price before your card earns:
- GV Movie Club is free and gives S$2 off tickets on Mondays and Tuesdays.
- DBS/POSB cards give S$2 off 2D tickets at GV Monday to Sunday (Gold Class: Monday to Thursday; not on public holidays or their eves) until 31 Dec 2026, on GV’s website, the iGV app, PayLah! or the ticket machines — not at the box office, and mobile payment methods such as Apple Pay and Google Pay are not accepted.
- OCBC cards give S$1 off regular 2D tickets at Shaw any day until 31 Dec 2026 (or a S$38 package with two tickets, two drinks and a popcorn); Shaw’s terms exclude combining it with membership or loyalty pricing.
- SAFRA members pay S$13.50 for weekend and S$9 to S$9.50 for weekday Shaw tickets until 31 Dec 2028, and can pay with any credit card, so the card bonus stacks.
- ShopBack pays 4% cashback on gv.com.sg bookings, capped at S$2 per item — website only, not the iGV app.
- HomeTeamNS members get all-day 1-for-1 2D tickets at GV, booked through the HomeTeamNS app.
You can also buy GV vouchers via Klook. However, this means that it is charged by Klook, which is tagged as a travel agency (MCC 4722). This means you would need to use cards that are suitable for Online Travel Agencies, not for movie bookings. The card line-up for that is in my Best Cards for Online Tour Package guide.
Without further ado, let’s look at the best cards for movie bookings.
Miles Credit Cards
| Card | Earn Rate | Min Spend & Cap | How to Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
 Maybank XL Rewards | 4 mpd (Play category covers cinemas; ages 21–39) | Min: S$500/calendar month · Cap: S$1,000 bonus spend/calendar month | Card or mobile wallet, online or at the counter |
 UOB Lady’s | 4 mpd (Entertainment chosen as the quarterly category) | Min: none · Cap: S$1,000 bonus spend/calendar month (for Classic) · S$750 bonus spend/calendar month per category (for Solitaire and above) | Card or mobile wallet, online or at the counter |
 Citi Rewards | 4 mpd (online spend) | Min: none · Cap: S$1,000 bonus spend/statement month | Online only — key in the card number; in-app Apple Pay/Google Pay payments earn no bonus Avoid travel related transactions like Klook. |
 DBS Woman’s World | 4 mpd (online spend) | Min: none · Cap: S$1,000 online spend/calendar month | Online only — a counter payment earns the base rate |
 UOB Preferred Visa | 4 mpd (entertainment when booked online, or mobile contactless in person) | Min: none · Cap: S$600 spend/calendar month each for online and mobile contactless (the contactless cap is shared with your other mobile-wallet spend) | Online, or phone tap at the counter — a physical card tap earns no bonus |
 UOB Visa Signature | 4 mpd (contactless category) | Min: S$1,000 contactless spend/statement month · Cap: S$1,200 spend/statement month | Card tap or mobile wallet at the counter — online bookings earn no bonus |
My Take
UOB Lady’s earns 4 miles per dollar (mpd) however you pay — online, a phone tap, or a physical card at the counter — with no minimum spend, and no other miles card here does all of that. That is what makes it the winner once Entertainment is your chosen category. Take note: the category is fixed for the quarter, so choose Entertainment only if movies and other entertainment spend are what you’d put on the card anyway. If you don’t want to commit a category, Citi Rewards and DBS Woman’s World earn the same 4 mpd on online bookings, also with no minimum spend. If you’re between 21 and 39, Maybank XL Rewards earns 4 mpd on cinemas through its Play category once you spend S$500 a month on it.
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Sign-up Rewards
For new-to-Maybank applicants
Free Etiqa Trip XpLorer Protect Insurance
12 months · Up to S$5,000
Overseas Medical Expenses incl. Adventurous Activities · Leisure trips only · No auto-renew
S$10 Cashback
S$10
Apply for XL Cashback or Rewards + one transaction · Auto-credited
Requirements (tap to expand)
- Apply for XL Cashback or XL Rewards Card via the button
- Fill the Google Form after signing up
- Make one transaction → cashback auto-credited to card account
Why pick this card
4 mpd on dining, travel, shopping and foreign currency spend.
ENDS 30 SEP 2026 · 16 DAYS LEFT
Choose 1 Gift
Selection form emailed after application
S$90 Cash
worth S$90
via PayNow
The first 2 eligible applicants at 2 PM and 10 PM can choose either S$200 Cash via PayNow or a Samsonite Straren Spinner 67/24 (worth S$600) in place of the base reward.
Valid till 30 Sep 2026
Requirements (tap to expand)
- You qualify if: you have no UOB credit card right now, AND haven't cancelled any UOB credit card in the last 12 months
- Spend min. S$500 within the first 30 days from card approval
- SingSaver will email you a Rewards Redemption Form — check inbox (and spam folder) after applying. Fill it in within 14 days to claim your gift, or you'll lose it.
Why pick this card
4 mpd on your chosen category. Bonus 2-6 mpd when paired with UOB Lady's Savings Account.
ENDS 30 SEP 2026 · 16 DAYS LEFT
Direct (Citi)
40,000 Bonus Citi ThankYou Points
Requirements (tap to expand)
- Eligible for new main Citi Cardmembers only (no existing Citi card, no Citi card closed in the past 12 months)
- Spend S$800 in the first 2 months of card approval
Valid till 30 Sep 2026
Via SingSaver
Choose 1 Gift
Dyson Airstrait™ Straightener
Retail S$799
Hair straightener that dries and smooths hair at the same time
Morning Coffee Machine + 20 Capsules Bundle
worth S$660
a convenient coffee setup with a compact machine and 20 capsules to kickstart your mornings
25,000 Max Miles by Heymax
Worth S$450
Earns you miles redeemable for flights, hotels, and perks · at HeyMax's published FlyAnywhere rate of 1.8 cents per mile
Dyson V8 Cyclone Vacuum Cleaner
Worth S$559
Cordless cleaning vacuum with strong suction
S$400 Cash via PayNow
No bank details needed
Requirements (tap to expand)
- You qualify if: you have no Citibank credit card right now AND haven't cancelled any Citi credit card in the last 12 months
- Spend min. S$500 within 30 days of card approval
- SingSaver will email you a Rewards Redemption Form — check inbox (and spam folder) after applying. Fill it in within 14 days to claim your gift, or you'll lose it.
Valid till 30 Sep 2026
Why pick this card
4 mpd on any online transaction + offline fashion & department stores. No minimum spend.
Why pick this card
10X DBS Points (4 mpd) on all online spending (cap S$1,000/month).
Why pick this card
10X UNI$ (4 mpd) on contactless mobile wallet + online shopping/entertainment.
ENDS 30 SEP 2026 · 16 DAYS LEFT
Choose 1 Gift
Selection form emailed after application
S$95 Cash
worth S$95
via PayNow
The first 2 eligible applicants at 2 PM and 10 PM can choose either S$200 Cash via PayNow or a Samsonite Straren Spinner 67/24 (worth S$600) in place of the base reward.
Valid till 30 Sep 2026
Requirements (tap to expand)
- You qualify if: you have no UOB credit card right now, AND haven't cancelled any UOB credit card in the last 12 months
- Spend min. S$500 within the first 30 days from card approval
- SingSaver will email you a Rewards Redemption Form — check inbox (and spam folder) after applying. Fill it in within 14 days to claim your gift, or you'll lose it.
Why pick this card
4 mpd on large contactless purchases + foreign currency spend + petrol. S$1,000 monthly min.
Cashback Credit Cards
| Card | Earn Rate | Min Spend & Cap | Sweet Spot | How to Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 HSBC Live+ | 5% on its selected categories — dining, shopping and entertainment, which covers cinemas (8% for new cardholders’ first 2 calendar quarters) | Min: S$600/calendar month, every month of the quarter · Cap: S$250 cashback/quarter | S$5,000 spend/quarter at 5% (S$3,125 at 8%) | Card or mobile wallet, online or at the counter |
Maybank XL Cashback | 5% (Play category covers cinemas; ages 21–39) | Min: S$500/calendar month · Cap: S$80 cashback/calendar month, shared across its bonus categories | S$1,600/month | Card or mobile wallet, online or at the counter |
 UOB EVOL | 10% on online + mobile-contactless spend (effective cashback about 6.36% overall at the minimum) | Min: S$800/statement month · Cap: S$30 cashback/month on online + mobile-contactless spend | S$300/month of online + mobile-contactless spend | Online or phone tap — a physical card payment earns 0.3% |
 OCBC FRANK | 8% (online + mobile contactless) | Min: S$800/calendar month · Cap: S$25 cashback/month per category, S$100 total | S$312.50/month per category | Online or phone tap — a physical card payment earns 0.3% |
 Maybank Family & Friends | 8% (Entertainment chosen as a category; 6% at the lower tier) | Min: S$1,600/calendar month for 8% (S$800 for 6%) · Cap: S$30/category/month at 8% (S$20 at 6%) | S$375/month in Entertainment at 8% (S$333 at 6%) | Card or mobile wallet, online or at the counter |
 Citi SMRT | 5% (online spend) | Min: S$500/statement month · Cap: SMRT$600 per card membership year (no monthly cap) | S$12,000 spend/card membership year | Online only — mobile-wallet payments excluded Avoid travel related transactions like Klook. |
 DCS Flex | 6% (online or contactless categories; 0.3% if the minimum is not met) | Min: S$600/statement month · Cap: S$25/category/month, S$100 total | S$416.67/month per category | Card, mobile wallet or online |
My Take
Every cashback option here carries a minimum spend, so these only work if the card is already your main card. UOB Evol is a good all-rounder card for general spend, and HSBC Live+ is a great choice if you can clear S$600 in every month on the qualifying categories.
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ENDS TOMORROW · 1 DAY LEFT
Choose 1 Gift
Selection form emailed after application
Dyson Airstrait™ Straightener
Retail S$799
Hair straightener that dries and smooths hair at the same time
Dyson V8 Cyclone Vacuum Cleaner
Worth S$559
Cordless cleaning vacuum with strong suction
28,000 Max Miles by Heymax
Worth S$504
Earns you miles redeemable for flights, hotels, and perks · at HeyMax's published FlyAnywhere rate of 1.8 cents per mile
ECOVACS DEEBOT MINI 2
Worth S$499
compact robot vacuum and mop designed for effortless, hands-free everyday cleaning.
S$450 Cash
Worth S$450
via PayNow
Ends 15 Sep 2026
Requirements (tap to expand)
- You qualify if: you have no HSBC credit card right now, AND haven't cancelled any HSBC credit card in the last 12 months
- Spend min. S$500 by the end of the month after you're approved. Example: approved in May → spend by 30 June.
- During the application, tick the box to receive marketing messages from HSBC. Don't unsubscribe until your gift arrives — if you do, HSBC can cancel the reward.
- SingSaver will email you a Rewards Redemption Form — check inbox (and spam folder) after applying. Fill it in within 14 days to claim your gift, or you'll lose it.
Why pick this card
Up to 8% cashback on dining, shopping & fuel.
Currently hold a HSBC credit card issued over 12 months ago? Apply here → HSBC gives eligible existing cardholders S$50 cashback directly. Please complete the Rewards Redemption Form sent to your email so your application is properly recorded.
If you cancelled a HSBC credit card in the past 12 months, you don't qualify for either reward.
Sign-up Rewards
For new-to-Maybank applicants
Free Etiqa Trip XpLorer Protect Insurance
12 months · Up to S$5,000
Overseas Medical Expenses incl. Adventurous Activities · Leisure trips only · No auto-renew
S$10 Cashback
S$10
Apply for XL Cashback or Rewards + one transaction · Auto-credited
Requirements (tap to expand)
- Apply for XL Cashback or XL Rewards Card via the button
- Fill the Google Form after signing up
- Make one transaction → cashback auto-credited to card account
Why pick this card
5% cashback on dining, travel, shopping and foreign currency spend.
ENDS 30 SEP 2026 · 16 DAYS LEFT
Choose 1 Gift
Selection form emailed after application
S$90 Cash
worth S$90
via PayNow
The first 2 eligible applicants at 2 PM and 10 PM can choose either S$200 Cash via PayNow or a Samsonite Straren Spinner 67/24 (worth S$600) in place of the base reward.
Valid till 30 Sep 2026
Requirements (tap to expand)
- You qualify if: you have no UOB credit card right now, AND haven't cancelled any UOB credit card in the last 12 months
- Spend min. S$500 within the first 30 days from card approval
- SingSaver will email you a Rewards Redemption Form — check inbox (and spam folder) after applying. Fill it in within 14 days to claim your gift, or you'll lose it.
Why pick this card
No FX fees + up to 10% cashback on online/mobile spend + gym, telco & streaming (S$800 min). Pairs with UOB One Account.
Exclusive Sign-up Gift
Only applicable for new-to-bank card applicants
Samsonite RESTACKD Spinner 68/25 EXP + 2 packing cubes
Worth S$520
Lightweight (3.3kg), expandable, matte scratch-resistant
Requirements (tap to expand)
- Apply for a new Maybank Credit Card (not applicable for Maybank XL cards)
- Charge min. S$1,300 within the first 2 months of card approval
- Fill the Google Form after signing up
- Alternative: apply for CreditAble + a Maybank Credit Card, then charge min. S$1,200 within 2 months
Why pick this card
Up to 8% cashback on 5 chosen categories (from 10 options).
ENDS 30 SEP 2026 · 16 DAYS LEFT
Direct (Citi)
S$300 Cash Back
Requirements (tap to expand)
- Eligible for new main Citi Cardmembers only (no existing Citi card, no Citi card closed in the past 12 months)
- Spend S$800 in the first 2 months of card approval
Valid till 30 Sep 2026
Via SingSaver
Choose 1 Gift
Dyson Airstrait™ Straightener
Retail S$799
Hair straightener that dries and smooths hair at the same time
Morning Coffee Machine + 20 Capsules Bundle
Worth S$660
a convenient coffee setup with a compact machine and 20 capsules to kickstart your mornings
25,000 Max Miles by Heymax
Worth S$450
Earns you miles redeemable for flights, hotels, and perks · at HeyMax's published FlyAnywhere rate of 1.8 cents per mile
Dyson V8 Cyclone Vacuum Cleaner
Worth S$559
Cordless cleaning vacuum with strong suction
S$430 Cash via PayNow
No bank details needed
Requirements (tap to expand)
- You qualify if: you have no Citibank credit card right now AND haven't cancelled any Citi credit card in the last 12 months
- Spend min. S$500 within 30 days of card approval
- SingSaver will email you a Rewards Redemption Form — check inbox (and spam folder) after applying. Fill it in within 14 days to claim your gift, or you'll lose it.
Valid till 30 Sep 2026
Why pick this card
5% cashback on big online purchases (up to S$12,000/year). No monthly cap.
Why pick this card
Earn up to 8% cash rebates, 2.4 miles per dollar, or 8% investment credits.
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