Premium Rewards® Elite: Premium Travel Rewards with High-Value Credits

Earn 2X points on travel and dining, plus 1.5X points on all other purchases, with up to $570 in annual credits, airport lounge access, and flexible redemptions – designed for frequent travelers seeking premium perks.

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A premium travel card for frequent travelers offering 2X points on travel and dining, 1.5X on everything else, lounge access, and valuable credits. Points are flexible and easy to redeem for travel, cash back, and more. It delivers the most value for Bank of America customers enrolled in the BofA Rewards program. However, the high annual fee may not be worth it for occasional travelers or those who prefer simple cashback.
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Premium Rewards® Elite
Annual fee:   $550

Intro APR

Purchases: N/A

Balance Transfers: N/A

Regular APR

19.49% - 27.49% Variable APR

Credit Score

670-850 (Good/Excellent)

Rewards Earn 2x points on travel and dining and 1.5x points on all other purchases.

1.5x - 2x Points

Welcome Offer Earn 75,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 within the first 90 days.

75,000 Points

Welcome Offer

  • Earn 75,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 within the first 90 days.

Rewards

  • 2x Points:
    • Travel
    • Dining
  • 1.5x Points on all other purchases.

Redemption Options

  • Flexible Redemption: Redeem rewards for travel, cashback, a statement credit, distinctive experiences, or gift cards.
  • More Value with Travel Redemption: Save 20% on airfare when you pay with points through the Bank of America Travel Center or the Concierge.

Fees and APR

  • Annual Fee: $550.
  • Regular APR: 19.49% - 27.49% Variable APR.
  • Balance Transfer Fees: 5% of each transfer amount.
  • Foreign Transaction Fee: None.

Annual Credits & Statement Credits

  • Up to $300 for Airline-Related Expenses: Enjoy a $300 annual travel statement credit for qualifying travel purchases such as seat upgrades, baggage fees, in-flight services, and lounge fees.
  • Up to $150 for Lifestyle Conveniences: Enjoy a $150 annual statement credit for lifestyle conveniences, including streaming services, food delivery, fitness subscriptions, and rideshare services.
  • Up to $120 Global Entry or TSA PreCheck® Credit: Receive a statement credit (up to $120 every four years) as reimbursement for your Global Entry® or TSA PreCheck® application fee.

Bank Relationship Benefits

  • BofA Rewards™ Eligibility: An eligible Bank of America® personal checking account is required to enroll in BofA Rewards™.
  • Boosted Rewards for BofA Rewards™ Members: If you’re enrolled in BofA Rewards™, you can earn 10% to 75% more points.
    • Member: 10% rewards bonus
      • 2.2X Points on travel and dining
      • 1.65X Points on all other purchases.
    • Preferred Plus: 25% rewards bonus
      • 2.5X Points on travel and dining
      • 1.87X Points on all other purchases.
    • Preferred Honors: 50% rewards bonus
      • 3X Points on travel and dining
      • 2.25X Points on all other purchases.
    • Premier: 75% rewards bonus
      • 3.5X Points on travel and dining
      • 2.62X Points on all other purchases.

» MORE: BofA Rewards™ program


Lounge Access

  • Priority Pass™ Select Membership: Complimentary membership with 4 lounge visits per membership year at 1,500+ airport lounges worldwide. Each member and guest visit counts toward the 4-visit limit; additional visits incur a per-visit fee. Enrollment required; access subject to lounge capacity.

Travel Benefits

  • Visa Infinite Luxury Hotel Collection: Access to participating hotels offering benefits such as room upgrades when available, daily breakfast for two, and select on-property credits when booking through the Visa Luxury Hotel Collection portal (terms apply).
  • Visa Infinite Car Rental Privileges: Save on rentals with Avis®, Hertz®, and National® when you pay with your Visa Infinite card, plus enjoy perks like upgrades (when available) and VIP amenities.

Travel Protections

  • Trip Delay Reimbursement: If your trip is delayed by more than 6 hours or requires an overnight stay, you can be reimbursed up to $500 per traveler for expenses like meals and lodging.
  • Trip Cancellation & Interruption Insurance: Get reimbursed for non-refundable travel costs if you need to cancel or cut your trip short due to a covered reason. Applies to airfare, ferry, train, bus, and cruise tickets when purchased with your card.
  • Baggage Delay Insurance: Receive reimbursement for essentials when your baggage is delayed.
  • Lost Luggage Reimbursement: Get reimbursed if your baggage or its contents are lost or stolen by a common carrier (airline, bus, train, or cruise).
  • Emergency Evacuation & Repatriation: Get up to $100,000 in coverage for emergency evacuation if you or an immediate family member become sick or injured while traveling away from home.
  • Travel Accident Insurance: Receive up to $1,000,000 in coverage for accidental death or dismemberment while traveling on a common carrier when you pay with your card.
  • Auto Rental Coverage: Get reimbursement for theft and collision damage when you decline the rental company’s coverage and pay in full with your card. Coverage is primary and provides reimbursement up to $75,000.

Travel & Emergency Assistance

  • Roadside Assistance: Dispatch service available; service fees apply.

Lifestyle Perks

  • Concierge Service: Get 24/7 concierge assistance for dining, entertainment, and travel requests.

Convenience Features

  • Digital wallet compatible: Apple Pay®, Google Pay™, Samsung Pay.

Buy Now, Pay Later Options

  • Custom Pay Plan: Break up eligible credit card purchases into equal monthly payments. No interest, just a fixed monthly fee.

Terms and Conditions

  • Click Apply Now to see the terms and conditions.

EarnSmart Rewards Strategy

  • U.S. Bank Cash+® Visa Signature: Earn 5% cashback in two categories of your choice, making it a strong option for utilities, internet service, and other recurring household bills.
  • Discover it®: Earn 5% cashback on rotating quarterly categories (activation required), adding additional high-reward opportunities beyond travel and dining.
  • Altitude® Connect: Adds elevated rewards on travel, gas, and EV charging purchases, helping optimize transportation spending beyond Premium Rewards® Elite’s everyday rewards structure.

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