[header] How to apply for a credit card balance transfer [title] Compare balance transfer credit cards. [step] A balance transfer credit card is one that will take a transfer from an old credit card, which is the only way you can use one credit card to pay off another. However, you want to get the best deal you can on your new credit card. 
[substeps] Look for 0 percent or low apr rates. These types of credit cards have an introductory rate that is very good, which can allow you to pay off your debt without interest.