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MasterCard World Elite is a bank card of the highest premium level from the line of the international payment system master card. It is issued in the form of an embossed (with embossed elements) plastic card, a magnetic stripe and a chip with Paypass technology, which allows making contactless payments when paying in ordinary stores, restaurants and other places where a payment terminal is used.

Features of use

MasterCard World Elite- this is a card that opens up wide opportunities for comfort when you are traveling or traveling abroad. Access to the VIP areas of airports allows you to spend time before boarding the plane in a cozy atmosphere, and the concierge service will take care of your leisure time, assisting in booking a hotel, ordering a restaurant or theater tickets, etc.

Features and differences

Basic features MasterCard World Elite, regardless of which bank this card was issued, as well as its differences from the nearest competitor of another payment system:

The Mastercard payment system was created in the USA in 1966. Since then, the company has gained global importance, and today it owns 20% of all issued cards in the world. Mastercard enjoys such wide popularity because this system is focused on the end user in its work and strives to create the most thoughtful and convenient products that meet the needs of a modern person. One of these products is the MasterCard World premium class card (Mastercard World).

Mastercard World

Mastercard issues three groups of plastic cards: entry-level cards, classic cards and premium class cards. All cards provide their users with the opportunity to pay for services, purchase goods at retail outlets and via the Internet, withdraw cash, connect Internet or SMS banking. The main differences between the groups are what restrictions or additional bonuses you can get by owning a particular card.

Mastercard premium cards are Mastercard Gold, Mastercard Platinum and the most prestigious card of the line - Mastercard World.

Advantages of Mastercard World plastic card

The main distinguishing feature of MasterCard World is that it was created for a modern person who spends a lot of time traveling, appreciating comfort, convenience and safety anywhere in the world. Based on this, in addition to traditional features and services, the system provides the following benefits to MasterCard World cardholders:

• Medical insurance up to 60,000 euros
• Special conditions for annual service
• Opportunities for obtaining credit benefits
• For active card users - access to airport VIP lounges
• Special offers from Mastercard partners within the MasterCard Priceless Cities and MasterCard Plus programs

The World card group also produces cards with even more opportunities for their owners - MasterCard World Elite and MasterCard World Black Edition. For holders of these cards is provided:

• Concierge service to resolve any issues 24 hours a day
• Health insurance up to 200,000 euros
• Unique offers within the MasterCard Premium Collection, MasterCard Priceless Cities and MasterCard Plus programs
• Access card to VIP lounges of airports Priority Pass
• Map of the International Association of Air Passengers IAPA
• Personal manager
• Bonus programs of issuing banks and partners of MasterCard

Separately, I would like to note the bonus programs of banks and Mastercard partners. For purchases made, paid for by the MasterCard World card, banks transfer certain bonuses to customers, which can either be exchanged for gifts or used to purchase air tickets, pay for hotel accommodation, pay for communication services, etc.

Such a service is offered, for example, by Sberbank of Russia as part of the “Thank you from Sberbank” bonus program: Sberbank accrues bonuses ranging from 0.5 to 30% of the purchase amount to MasterCard World Black Edition cardholders.

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A similar system, together with MasterCard, is also used by PJSC VimpelCom (Beeline). A Beeline subscriber can become a World MasterCard premium card holder at any of the company's offices. For its customers, Beeline transfers bonuses in the amount of 1% for any purchase up to 15% for purchases with partner promotions.

Unlimited opportunities and unique privileges at any time and around the world for the most demanding customers with international MasterCard World Elite cards.

MasterCard World Elite- the most prestigious card among the products of the MasterCard payment system.

This is an ideal card for wealthy people who lead an active lifestyle, travel a lot and place high demands on the quality of service. MasterCard World Elite card holder of Surgutneftegazbank receives a unique package of services and privileges:

Concierge service- free round-the-clock service of the World Elite Support Center will assist in booking air tickets, cars, delivering flowers and gifts, organizing events and interpreting services anywhere in the world.

Priority Pass- Your pass to the VIP lounges of more than 1000 international airports around the world. An ideal perk for frequent travelers. While in the VIP lounge, MasterCard World Elite card holders will have access to telephone and fax, the latest press, drinks and snacks, regardless of the airline or ticket class.

Insurance- the cardholder, spouse, children automatically become participants in the insurance program for traveling abroad from the company "Reso-Garantia", which includes insurance against events such as flight delays and loss of luggage, medical care.

Free provision of individual bank vault for the entire period of using the card.

Loyalty program- allows its participants, when making non-cash payments in trade (service) enterprises around the world, to accumulate SNGB bonuses, which can later be converted into cash and credited to a card account.
1 SNGB bonus = 1 ruble.

Personal manager on banking matters. Service in a separate office without queues. Quality service and special attention.

Free provision SMS statements to a mobile phone, regardless of the number of messages.

Priceless Cities Program- provides access to discounts and offers, as well as free admission to private film screenings and performances for MasterCard World Elite cardholders.

Additional services and benefits for holders of premium bank cards of JSC BANK "SNGB" MasterCard World Elite:

• Unlimited and free cash withdrawals from ATMs
• Accrual of % on the account balance
• Photo of the cardholder - additional protection
• Contactless MasterCard - one-touch payment
• Deposits at a higher rate
• Buying/selling foreign currency at a better price
• Free membership in private clubs

Conditions for issuing cash on the card

1 A card account is opened in the following currencies: currency of the Russian Federation; U.S. dollar; Euro.

2 The commission for the provision of the main card of JSC BANK "SNGB" for use is charged in the following order, unless a different procedure is provided for a specific type of card / tariff plan:

For the first year of using the card provided:

• to an employee of an organization that has concluded a Settlement Service Agreement with the Bank - upon the first crediting of funds to the Client's card account;
• in other cases - on the day the card is issued.

The first year of using the card is the year from the date of issue of the first main card for this card account, or the year from the date of issue of the early reissued main card.

For the second / subsequent year of using the card (including when it is reissued):

• in other cases - upon the first crediting of funds to the Client's card account, including when the Bank charges interest on the balance of funds on the card account.

3 In case of early re-issuance of the main card, a commission is charged, provided for in clause 1.5 of chapter 1, subsection 4 of this section of the Tariff, while:

1) for other cards, no commission is charged for First year using an early reissued main card.

In the event that the Client returns the main / additional card holder and terminates the card account opening agreement before the expiration of the card, the commission deducted by the Bank for the current year of using the card is subject to return to the Client on the basis of his written application. At the same time, the difference between the amount of commission withheld by the Bank for the current year of using the card and the amount of commission calculated based on the actual period of use of the card by the Client is returned to the Client.
The commission is not charged if the Bank has documented information about the death of the Client (certificate of the death of the Client, an official request from a notary on accounts/deposits opened with the Bank in the name of the deceased Client, etc.).

In case of switching to the "Loyal" tariff plan or switching from the "Loyal" tariff plan to another tariff plan, the commission for providing the main card of JSC BANK "SNGB" for use is charged:

• no commission is charged on the day of connection to the tariff plan;
• hereinafter - annually, starting one year from the date of collection of the last commission for granting the card for use.

10 Tariff plan "VIP" is valid for cardholders of JSC BANK "SNGB" MasterCard World Elite.

15 The commission is charged on the basis of each additional card of JSC BANK "SNGB".

The commission is not charged if the Client applies for early reissue of the card in connection with the compromise of the card details and/or PIN-code, information about which was provided to the Bank by the international payment system MasterCard Worldwide / Visa International. In other cases of early re-issuance of an additional card, a fee is charged for the provision of an additional card for use by JSC BANK "SNGB".

16 The fee for issuing the main MasterCard World Elite card for use is charged in the following order:

1. For the first year of using the main card - on the day the main card of JSC BANK "SNGB" is issued to the Client.
2. For the second / subsequent year of using the main card - upon the first crediting of funds to the Client's card account, including when the Bank accrues interest on the balance of funds on the card account, during the second / each subsequent year of using the main card, starting from the date opening a card account for the Client or from the date of the next / early reissue of the main card (including on the basis of a written application from the Client).

   The first year of using the main card is the year from the date of issue of the first main card for this card account, or the year from the date of issue of the early reissued main card.

17 The commission is charged in the currency of the card account from the amount of withdrawal of funds per day.
The amount of the commission is calculated on an accrual basis, i.e. as a total value, consisting of commissions charged on withdrawals in excess of the established free withdrawal limit per day.
The commission for the withdrawal of cash from the card account is not charged if the card account receives funds from NPF "CIS" in payment of the pension.
Cash withdrawal limits are set for the card account.
In the case of a transaction in a currency other than the currency of the card account, the established limit in the currency of the card account is applied.

18 Commission is not charged:

• on settlement bank cards of JSC BANK "SNGB" at ATMs of JSC BANK "SNGB" located in the Krasnodar Territory;
• at ATMs of other banks located on the territory of the Russian Federation, with the exception of ATMs in the city of Surgut;
• at ATMs of other banks located on the territory of the Russian Federation (except for Surgut ATMs), when dispensing all amounts from the Client’s card account, regardless of the source of their crediting (including through an overdraft loan) when simultaneous fulfillment of the following conditions:

1) The client is an employee:

• a legal entity for which the total volume of credits per month under a settlement service agreement (“salary project”) is at least 4 billion rubles, and the number of employees of which is at least 80,000 people;

• a primary / united trade union organization (whose members are employees of a legal entity with a total volume of enrollments per month under a settlement service agreement of at least 4 billion rubles and a staff of at least 80,000 people), having the status of a legal entity, which is serviced by JSC SNGB BANK under a bank account agreement and a settlement service agreement (“salary project”);

2) for the previous 91 calendar days, at least one receipt of funds was made to the Client’s card account from a legal entity / primary / united trade union organization, of which the Client is an employee, within the framework of a settlement service agreement (“salary project”), concluded between JSC BANK "SNGB" and this legal entity / primary / united trade union organization;
3) cash withdrawal is carried out using the main settlement bank card from the card account, to which funds are received from the legal entity / primary / united trade union organization, the employee of which is the Client, within the framework of the settlement service agreement (“salary project"), concluded between JSC BANK "SNGB" and this legal entity / primary / united trade union organization.

19 The commission is charged in the currency of the card account from the amount of withdrawal of funds for each transaction.
Possible commission of another bank is charged additionally.

20 The maximum amount of one cash withdrawal operation is limited by the Bank.

21 The spending limit is set separately for each card (main and all additional) issued to the Client's card account in relation to transactions by the cardholder receiving cash and / or making cashless payments in trade (service) enterprises, including on the Internet.

22 The fee for providing an additional card for use by JSC BANK "SNGB" is charged in the following order:

1. For the first year of using the additional card - on the day of issuance to the Client / holder of the additional card by JSC BANK "SNGB".
2. For the second / subsequent year of using an additional card - upon the first transfer of funds to the Client's card account, incl. when the Bank accrues interest on the balance of funds on the card account during the second / each subsequent year of using the additional card, starting from the date of issue of the additional card to the Client / holder or from the date of the next / early re-issuance of the additional card (including on the basis of a written application client).
   The first year of using an additional card is the year from the date of issue of the first additional card for this card account.

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• RZD Bonus: travel with benefits for the wallet

  The railway, despite the growing competition from road and air carriers, is used by many. But not everyone knows that traveling by train can be made not only pleasant, but also profitable. Russian Railways (RZD) encourages passengers, and we will tell you how to use this in the article.

• What is an individual pension plan

  The average insurance pension of a non-working pensioner as of January 1, 2018 is 14,329 rubles. Agree - the money is more than modest. One of the ways to increase the level of income for a future pensioner is to take out an individual pension plan (IPP).

• Free Pies with Delicious Toppings: Debit Cards with No Service Fees

  Most debit card holders have to pay a service fee. To compensate for these costs, many are looking for plastic with bonus programs, cashback and interest on the balance. However, there are also such cards for which the service is free. Let's talk about them in this article.

• MCC: "kitchen" of rewards on plastic cards

  In the conditions of many plastic cards, banks include cashback and participation in discount (bonus) programs. Holders are rewarded for certain transactions, usually for paying for purchases. You can find out which trade and service enterprises (TSP) participate in programs and promotions using the MCC, which we will discuss in this article.

• 5 ways to transfer money without commission

  Money transfers are one of the most demanded financial services. A fee is charged for such operations. However, this is not a general rule. There are several ways to transfer money without commission, we will talk about them in this article.

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7 mistakes that cardholders make over and over again

Plastic cards in Russia are used by tens of millions of people, and, at first glance, this does not require special talents and is available to anyone. But holders with enviable regularity step on the same rake, for which they pay out of their own pocket. We talk about these errors and how to avoid them in the article.

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10 life hacks for Alfa-Bank clients

When making a deposit, card or loan, many Alfa-Bank customers do not have a complete understanding of the capabilities and limitations of a particular product. In this article, we will talk about how to get the most out of what the bank offers, bypassing the pitfalls.

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Where, besides insurance companies, you can impose insurance

Insurance companies are fighting hard for customers, using a variety of marketing techniques. One of them is the promotion of insurance products through partners. The policy can be issued without even knowing it. We found 5 insurance traps that everyone is at risk of falling into.

• SMS informing: peace of mind for free and for money

  When choosing a banking product, SMS service, as a rule, is not among the priority factors influencing the decision. However, in-depth knowledge about this service will be useful. In this article, we present the results of a study of the cost and functionality of SMS informing offered by Russian banks.

• Received money by mistake. What to do?

  Money comes to us in different ways, and, as a rule, people do not have questions about where and for what. A salary, a lottery win, or an inheritance are all expected or at least explainable income. But sometimes money falls like snow on the head - it is not known from whom or in a larger amount than it should be. What to do in this case?

• How to take money on a trip

  In a nearby city or at the mouth of the Amazon, the loss of a bank card can significantly ruin your vacation. Instead of taking pictures of caimans and walking through unfamiliar forests, you will have to deal with an empty wallet. Avoiding this is easy if you prepare and store money properly.

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How to save on conversion and exchange rates abroad

In the 90s, grandmothers sewed banknotes into secret pockets of suitcases and thus protected money from theft. Now, before a vacation, you have to take into account exchange rates and the payment system of a bank card. We tell you how not to lose a lot of money when paying for purchases and withdrawing cash abroad.

• The new "Thank you" program of Sberbank: quests with finances

  In July 2018, Sberbank introduced a modified privilege program. It looks like a computer game. If you complete tasks for three months, you will receive increased bonuses for the same period. If you ignore the tasks, then you will return to the starting stage. There are 4 levels of participation.

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How to check the authenticity of the new 200 and 2000 rubles

In 2017, Russians voted to place Crimea and Vladivostok on new banknotes in denominations of 200 and 2000 rubles. Banknotes are already in circulation and are noticeably different in design from the usual money. The cash is equipped with special signs of authenticity, which are verified through the Banknotes 2017 mobile application.

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Creative commercials for banks: hype, banter and 18+

Tired of reading yet? Take a break and enjoy a selection of funny and creative videos from Russian banks. You definitely don't want to miss this ad.

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11 TinkoffHacks for users of the largest online bank

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Eat, drink, get cashback. Top cards with bonuses in restaurants

"Tell me what you eat and I'll tell you who you are" is a popular catchphrase. Our editors agree with this one hundred percent. We will even go further. Tell us how you pay at restaurants and we'll tell you how much you save. We present the rating of bank cards for profitable purchases in cafes and restaurants.

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The one and only: a card with an individual design

Every person is unique. The desire to stand out from the crowd is manifested not only in clothes and tastes, but also in the design of bank plastic. Let's find out how much individuality costs and how to get yourself such a "pleasure".

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Biometrics to the masses: how banks will identify your identity

The Unified System for Biometric Identification and Authentication (ESIA) of customers has been operating in Russia since July 1. According to representatives of the Bank of Russia, by the end of 2018, 20% of bank branches will connect to it, and the process will be completed next year. Let's talk about what this means for our clients.

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How to return an erroneous payment

It is difficult to say how much money Russians regularly transfer to other people's accounts by mistake. But this situation is familiar to everyone: if you make a mistake with one number in the details or write the wrong letter in the name of the organization, and the money will go “nowhere”. But you can get back the lost funds. And it is necessary.

• Discounts, bonuses and quests: loyalty program for Troika owners

  Almost 90% of public transport passengers in Moscow have a Troika. At the beginning of 2018, information appeared that a bonus program for cardholders would soon start. In June, the project started working. We found out what bonuses and discounts Troika owners now have and what people think about the program.

• Financial literacy is the correct disposal of money, in which the risk of losing them is minimal. We decided to make a series of articles in which we will tell you how to protect yourself from mistakes, as well as how to use banking products correctly. Today we will talk about what not to do.

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"Mobile" cards from mobile operators: which one is better

Spoiled customers of the company offer more and more new services. Mobile operators do not lag behind fashion, and issue bank cards for subscribers. How profitable it is, and which plastic is better, we will consider in the article.

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"Star" advertising: celebrities who promote banks

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Buy profitably: 5 cards to save money in supermarkets

Luxury real estate is bought by a few, but bread and milk are needed every day. We constantly leave thousands of rubles in supermarkets. With what plastic it will be possible to save on the purchase of products, we will tell in the article.

• Key Bet: What Everyone Should Know About It

  Today, the key rate of the Bank of Russia is 7.25% per annum. What does this mean and why do bank customers and ordinary citizens need to know this - we will tell you in order.

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All for the match! Cards for football fans

The biggest sporting event of 2018, the FIFA World Cup, has come to an end. Russian fans should not be upset, because soon they will see their idols again at the Premier League games. And in anticipation of the opening of the new season, we decided to do a little research to help readers buy stadium tickets at a bargain price.

• What to do with torn rubles

  A banknote with stains, scuffs and painted faces may not be accepted in a supermarket or bus. But you should not throw it away - the bill is considered solvent.

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How to save money on buying gasoline by paying with a card

In April 2018, gasoline prices skyrocketed. And although now the cost of fuel has stabilized, the issue of saving when buying it remains relevant. By choosing the right bank card, you can return up to 10% of the cost of gasoline. How to spend less when refueling at gas stations, we will tell further.

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Tinkoff Mobile vs Let's Talk Sberbank

At the end of 2017, the first virtual telecom operators, or MVNO - mobile virtual network operator, appeared in Russia. The pioneers were Sberbank and Tinkoff. Both companies use Tele2 resources. What are the features of their offers and whether it is worth changing your operator to a virtual one, read on.