Designed exclusively for international
students heading to the United States
Designed for your U.S. lifestyle
Unlimited 3% cashback on airfare
Earn rewards on every flight booking.
Contactless Tap-to-Pay
Fast, secure payments across the U.S.
Build Your U.S. Credit from Day 1
Strengthen your financial profile.
Zero Foreign Transaction Fees
Use your card in 200+ countries.
6% Cashback on brand partners
Save more on everyday spending.
24/7 Customer Support
Get help whenever you need it.
If you're an international student moving to the U.S. you likely qualify.
To apply you need to have:
A valid passport
I-20 (proof of student status)
Valid U.S. student visa
Not all platforms are built the same, here's why students trust Nomad
Key Features
Apply from India, before-landing
SSN Required
Starting Credit Limit
Cashback/Rewards
Designed for students
Yes
No
$1500
1–6% + 3% on airfare
Yes
No
Yes
$300–$500
Usually 1%
Maybe
No
Yes
Equal to deposit
No
No
Apply from India, before-landing
Nomad Credit
Yes
Other Fintechs
No
Traditional Cards
No
SSN Required
Nomad Credit
No
Other Fintechs
Yes
Traditional Cards
Yes
Starting Credit Limit
Nomad Credit
$1500
Other Fintechs
$300–$500
Traditional Cards
Equal to deposit
Cashback/Rewards
Nomad Credit
1–6% + 3% on airfare
Other Fintechs
Usually 1%
Traditional Cards
No
Designed for students
Nomad Credit
Yes
Other Fintechs
Maybe
Traditional Cards
No
Fast to get. Easy to use.
Fill a simple application form
With no need of SSN or U.S. credit history
Happens once you land in the U.S.
To build your U.S. credit history
About U.S. Credit Card (Without SSN/ITIN)
Applications for this credit card is currently closed.
Apply for US credit card
(without SSN/ITIN) in minutes
Disclosures
This is not a deposit product. This card is issued by Cross River Bank, Member FDIC, pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc.
You're in Good Company
Nomad Team helped me get the best possible option for my financing needs. They made sure that I got the most updated and consistent information to make the right decision towards the most important aspect of my studies i.e. money management. They were always there to help me and have a great attitude towards helping others.
I’m really grateful to Nomad team for all the help and support. From the very first step, they were always just a call away. Thanks to them, the whole process felt so much smoother and less stressful. I’d happily recommend them. They truly go above and beyond for the people they works with!
Working with your team was an incredibly smooth and reassuring experience. A special shoutout to the Nomad Credit team, who truly went above and beyond at every stage and making sure everything was on track despite tight timelines. I’m genuinely grateful to have had such a supportive team by my side, I couldn’t have done it without you!
