Coming Soon: Standard Chartered Beyond Visa Infinite to Launch on 5 February 2026

Note: SCB Malaysia has not released images of the official card face. The above Beyond credit card was sourced from a similar launch in India.

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It’s finally official.

After months of silence and repeated delays, Standard Chartered Malaysia has sent out its first official communication confirming the launch of the Standard Chartered Beyond Visa Infinite credit card, scheduled for 5 February 2026.

Long-time Refined Points readers will know that this launch has been on my radar since last year. In fact, I’ve been quietly sitting on multiple drafts covering different angles of this card, and have hinted with the publication of my article here, waiting for Standard Chartered to make the first move. That moment has now arrived.

While the official announcement may feel understated, it signals a long-overdue refresh for Standard Chartered’s premium credit card lineup—particularly for existing Priority Banking Visa Infinite cardholders, many of whom have been waiting patiently for a meaningful upgrade.

A Placeholder Launch, But Don’t Judge It Yet

Based on the initial communication, the Beyond Visa Infinite does not immediately scream “market disruptor”. On paper, some of the headline features appear conservative, and I would strongly caution readers against forming any conclusions at this stage.

Standard Chartered has historically been selective in what it reveals during pre-launch communications, and this is no exception. Several mechanics and benefits tied to the Beyond Visa Infinite have not yet been fully disclosed—and a few of them may surprise even seasoned miles collectors.

For that reason, I’ll be holding back my full analysis until launch day itself, where I’ll publish a proper First Look with a complete breakdown of the card’s earning structure, benefits, and positioning within the broader Malaysian premium card landscape.

A New Miles Per Ringgit Benchmark Is Coming

For airline miles enthusiasts, I'll share one detail that already stands out.

With the introduction of the Standard Chartered Beyond Visa Infinite Priority Private variant, we are effectively seeing a new benchmark for overseas Miles-per-Ringgit earning rates in Malaysia.

Early indications suggest that this card will outperform even the UOB Visa Infinite Metal Card on foreign currency spend—a card that currently offers an industry-leading 2 MPR on all FX transactions.

If this holds true once the full terms are published, Standard Chartered may finally reclaim relevance in the premium miles space, at least for high-spending, internationally mobile customers.

That alone makes this launch worth watching closely.

What Happens Next

I’ll be releasing a series of articles once the card officially goes live on 5 February 2026, including:

• A full First Look with complete breakdown of MPR rates and benefits

• A deep dive into the Complimentary Business Class benefit

• A deep dive into the lounge access benefits

• My upcoming comparison articles detailing the CIMB Preferred Visa Infinite and others vs the new Beyond Visa Infinite

• My 2026 Airline Miles Strategy

If history has taught us anything, it’s that some of the most interesting cards in Malaysia don’t always look impressive at first glance. The devil, as always, is in the mechanics, although in the case of Maybank, its usually the opposite hehe.

Final Thoughts

The launch of the Standard Chartered Beyond Visa Infinite marks a long-awaited turning point for Standard Chartered’s premium card strategy in Malaysia. While it’s far too early to judgment, the signals so far suggest that this is not just a cosmetic refresh—but potentially a recalibration aimed at winning back relevance among affluent, travel-focused cardholders.

If you’re serious about airline miles, this is one launch you’ll want to follow closely. I’ll reserve the verdict until the full details are live—but for now, it’s safe to say that the premium credit card landscape in Malaysia is about to get a little more interesting.