9
Benefits2
Reward Categories5x
Max Reward20.2%
APR FromBasic Information
PENDINGRewards Program (Detailed) 2 Categories
PENDING| Category | Rate | Type | Description | Annual Cap | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Eligible Spend Category | 5x | Cash Back | Earn 5% cash back on purchases in your top eligible spend category each billing cycle, up to the first $500 spent. Eligible categories include: Restaurants, Gas Stations, Grocery Stores, Select Travel, Select Transit, Streaming Services, Drugstores, Home Improvement Stores, Fitness Clubs, and Live Entertainment. After $500 spent in the top category, earn 1% cash back. | No Cap | |
| All Other Purchases | 1x | Cash Back | Earn 1% cash back on all other purchases outside of your top eligible spend category and after the $500 monthly cap is reached in your top category. | No Cap |
Rewards Summary
PENDINGReward Type: Points
Base Rate: 1x
Bonus Rate: 5x
Categories: 5x on purchases in your top eligible spend category each billing cycle from a list including Restaurants, Gas Stations, Grocery Stores, Select Travel, Select Transit, Select Streaming Services, Drugstores, Home Improvement Stores, Fitness Clubs, and Live Entertainment
Quarterly Rotating: No
Cap Amount: $6,000.00
Expiration Policy: Points do not expire as long as your account is open and in good standing. If you close your account, you will have 60 days to redeem your points.
Point Value: 0.01¢
Travel Portal Multiplier: 1x
Redemption Penalties: Minimum redemption thresholds may apply for certain redemption options (e.g., 2,500 points for $25 cash back)
Benefits & Protections (Detailed) 9 Total
PENDINGLifestyle 1
Citi Entertainment
Access to presale tickets and exclusive experiencesAccess to presale tickets and exclusive experiences for thousands of events annually, including concerts, sporting events, dining experiences, and more.
Rewards 3
5% Cash Back on Top Eligible Spend Category
5% cash back on up to $500 spent per billing cycleEarn 5% cash back on purchases in your top eligible spend category each billing cycle, up to the first $500 spent. Eligible categories include Restaurants, Gas Stations, Grocery Stores, Select Travel, Select Transit, Streaming Services, Drugstores, Home Improvement Stores, Fitness Clubs, and Live Entertainment.
1% Cash Back on Top Eligible Spend Category (after limit)
1% cash back after $500 spent per billing cycle in top categoryAfter you've reached the $500 spending limit in your top eligible spend category each billing cycle, you will earn 1% cash back on additional purchases within that category.
1% Cash Back on All Other Purchases
1% cash back on all other purchasesEarn an unlimited 1% cash back on all other purchases outside of your top eligible spend category.
Security 4
Fraud Protection
Protection against unauthorized chargesCiti monitors your account for suspicious activity and provides protection against unauthorized charges.
Zero Liability
No liability for unauthorized chargesYou will not be held responsible for unauthorized charges made with your card.
Account Alerts
Customizable alerts for account activityReceive customizable alerts via email or text message for important account activity, such as large purchases, balance updates, or payment due dates.
Online Account Management
24/7 access to account managementManage your account 24/7 online or through the Citi Mobile App, including viewing statements, making payments, and tracking rewards.
Shopping 1
Digital Wallet Compatibility
Compatible with major digital walletsEasily add your card to digital wallets like Apple Pay®, Google Pay™, and Samsung Pay® for secure and convenient payments.
Benefits Summary (Flags)
PENDINGExtended Warranty
Purchase Protection
Cell Phone Protection
Travel Insurance
Primary Rental Protection
Airport Lounge Access
Trip Delay Coverage
Lost Luggage Coverage
Price Protection
Concierge Service
No Foreign Fees
ShopRunner
Sign-Up Bonus
PENDING$200
Cash BackRequirement: Spend $1,500 in 180 days
Timing: Bonus ThankYou® Points will be posted to your account within 1-2 billing cycles after you have met the purchase requirement.
Fee Structure
PENDING| Annual Fee: | $0.00 |
| Year 1 Waived: | No |
| Effective Annual Fee: | $0.00 |
| Authorized User Fee: | $0.00 |
| Penalty APR: | 29.99% |
| Min Interest Charge: | $0.50 |
Additional Fees
PENDING| Late Fee: | $41.00 |
| Returned Payment: | $41.00 |
| Balance Transfer: | Either $5 or 5% of the amount of each balance transfer, whichever is greater. |
| Cash Advance: | Either $10 or 5% of the amount of each cash advance, whichever is greater. |
| Foreign Transaction: | 0.00% |
Interest Rates & APR
PENDINGStandard APR
Purchase APR: 20.24% - 28.24%
Balance Transfer APR: 20.24%
Cash Advance APR: 29.99%
Intro APR Offers
Intro Purchase APR: 0% for 15 months
Intro BT APR: 0% for 15 months
Approval Criteria & Requirements
PENDINGCredit Score Requirements
Application Process
Issuer Rules & Policies
PENDINGRules: Eligibility for the welcome bonus on the '051' card requires the applicant to be a new cardmember for this specific product. Furthermore, the applicant must not have received a welcome bonus for any card within the same product family (e.g., ThankYou, AAdvantage, etc.) in the past 24 months. This 24-month restriction also applies to product conversions or upgrades within the same family. Applicants must meet Citibank's creditworthiness criteria.
Max Cards Per Issuer: 8
Min Spend Interval: 3 months
Cliff Effect Rules: The primary 'cliff effect' is Citibank's 24-month rule. If you receive a welcome bonus on any card within a specific product family (e.g., a Citi ThankYou Premier card), you are ineligible to receive another welcome bonus on *any other card within that same ThankYou product family* (e.g., Citi Rewards+, Citi Custom Cash, or even another Premier) for 24 months from the date the bonus was awarded. This rule applies regardless of whether you close the original card or convert it. It is crucial to track bonus award dates across all Citi product families to avoid being denied a bonus.
Special Events: N/A (This card is not identified as a store-specific co-branded card)
Holiday Promos: Citibank typically runs various promotional campaigns throughout the year, often coinciding with major shopping holidays such as Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and end-of-year spending seasons. Specific card-linked offers may also appear during these times.
International Friendly: Yes
User Analytics & Insights
PENDINGUser Ratings
Average Rating: 3.8 / 5.0
Top Positive:
Strong rewards programs, good sign-up bonuses, widely accepted, useful mobile app.
Top Negative:
Customer service can be inconsistent, high APRs for some, foreign transaction fees on some cards.
Approval Experience: 75.0 / 100
Recommended Alternatives
- Chase Freedom Unlimited
- Discover it Cash Back
- Capital One Quicksilver
Card Value Score: 70.0 / 100
Est. Annual Rewards: $350.00
Approval Probability: 75.0%
Version Control
PENDINGVersion ID: v1.0