New Delhi, April 7 -- Credit card providers often provide special privileges to the first time users to woo them. One of the common privileges which credit cards offer is the welcome gift offered by them.

Those who are not aware welcome gifts (also known as joining benefit) are a popular perk offered by the credit card providers in India to woo new customers.

There are a number of welcome gifts offered. Some banks offer reward points, for instance, 1000 to 10,000 on the first time.

Additionally, there could be gift vouchers for Amazon, Flipkart, Taj, BookMyShow etc. As part of the welcome gift, some card providers provide cashback - upfront or on first transaction (usually between Rs.500 to Rs.2,000). There could also be air miles and ...