Citi Simplicity® Card
The Citi Simplicity® Card lives up to every letter of its name. No fees. No stress. Just long 0% APR periods and built-in forgiveness. If your goal is to eliminate debt or make a large purchase interest-free, this card doesn’t distract you with gimmicks — it simply helps you breathe financially.
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Key Highlights
- Longest intro APR in the market on balance transfers
- No late fees — ever
- No penalty APR
- $0 annual fee
- Built purely for debt relief and peace of mind
The Citi Simplicity® Card is designed for one thing — stress-free, interest-free time to manage your finances. Whether you’re consolidating debt or planning a big purchase, this card offers one of the longest 0% APR periods available.
With no annual fee, no late fees, and no penalty APR, it offers a rare level of forgiveness and flexibility, making it a favorite for people focused on financial recovery or careful budgeting.
- 0% intro APR for 21 months on balance transfers
- 0% intro APR for 12 months on purchases
- After that, a variable APR applies (typically 19.24% – 29.99%)
That’s nearly 2 years of no interest on past debt — an exceptional window to get your finances in order.
- Must be completed within the first 4 months to qualify for the intro offer
- Balance transfer fee: 5% (minimum $5)
Although there's a fee, the interest-free period far outweighs it, especially if you’re currently paying 20%+ APR on another card.
- $0 annual fee — no strings attached
You won’t have to worry about earning back the cost of holding this card
It’s a pure tool for financial efficiency, not a product full of features you don’t use
- Missed a payment? You won’t be charged.
- Citi never charges late fees on this card.
- Great for people rebuilding credit or dealing with temporary financial hiccups
This feature alone makes it one of the most stress-free credit cards ever designed.
- Unlike most cards that spike your interest rate after a missed payment, the Simplicity® Card doesn’t increase your APR
- No surprises. No compounding mistakes.
- A great option if you’ve been burned by penalty APRs in the past
- This card doesn’t offer cash back or travel points
- It’s made for saving money, not earning rewards
- If you want to pay off debt, it’s the card to help you do that faster and easier
- Free access to FICO® score via your account
- Digital wallet compatibility with Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay
- Security alerts, fraud monitoring, and $0 liability protection
Even with its minimalist rewards design, it’s still a modern and secure financial tool.
- No rewards program at all
- Balance transfer fee can add up if you're moving a large amount
- Requires good to excellent credit for approval (typically 700+)
- Not designed for ongoing daily spending once intro APR ends
- People with high-interest credit card debt to consolidate
- Individuals who value payment flexibility and forgiveness
- Budget-conscious users needing a long-term break from interest
- Those who don’t need travel perks or rewards right now
The Citi Simplicity® Card lives up to every letter of its name. No fees. No stress. Just long 0% APR periods and built-in forgiveness. If your goal is to eliminate debt or make a large purchase interest-free, this card doesn’t distract you with gimmicks — it simply helps you breathe financially.