14
Benefits2
Reward Categories5x
Max Reward19.2%
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 (then 1%). Eligible categories include Restaurants, Gas Stations, Grocery Stores, Select Travel, Select Transit, Streaming Services, Drugstores, Home Improvement Stores, Fitness Clubs, and Live Entertainment. | No Cap | |
| All Other Purchases | 1x | Cash Back | Earn 1% cash back on all other purchases outside of your top eligible spend category. | No Cap |
Rewards Summary
PENDINGBenefits & Protections (Detailed) 14 Total
PENDINGAccount Management 5
Free FICO® Score Access
Free credit score accessAccess your FICO® Score for free to help monitor your credit health.
Account Alerts
Customizable account notificationsReceive customizable alerts via email or text for important account activity, such as large purchases or payment due dates.
Choose Your Payment Due Date
Flexible payment due dateSelect a payment due date that works best for your financial schedule.
Paperless Statements
Digital statementsOpt for electronic statements to reduce paper clutter and access your statements online.
Citi Mobile® App Access
Mobile account managementManage your account on the go, view transactions, pay bills, and more through the Citi Mobile® App.
Fees 1
No Annual Fee
$0 annual feeThe card has no annual fee.
Lifestyle 1
Citi Entertainment®
Special access to event ticketsGet special access to purchase tickets to thousands of events, including concerts, sporting events, dining experiences, and more.
Payment Features 2
Digital Wallets
Compatibility with digital walletsEasily add your card to digital wallets like Apple Pay®, Google Pay™, and Samsung Pay® for secure online and in-store purchases.
Contactless Payments
Convenient payment methodMake secure and fast payments by tapping your card at contactless-enabled terminals.
Rewards 2
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. This applies to the first $500 spent in that category per billing cycle. 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 All Other Purchases
Unlimited 1% cash backEarn unlimited 1% cash back on all other purchases outside of your top eligible spend category or after the $500 limit is reached in your top category.
Security 3
Fraud Protection
Protection against unauthorized chargesCiti uses advanced fraud protection to monitor your account for suspicious activity. You will not be held responsible for unauthorized charges.
Citi Identity Theft Solutions
Identity theft assistanceIf you become a victim of identity theft, Citi Identity Theft Solutions can help you understand and resolve the issue. This includes assistance with credit bureau notification, fraud alerts, and replacing compromised documents.
Lost Wallet® Service
Emergency card replacement and cash advanceIf your card is lost or stolen, Citi can help you get an emergency card replacement and/or a cash advance, typically within 24 hours.
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
No Sign-Up Bonus Available
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Fee Structure
PENDING| Annual Fee: | $0.00 |
| Year 1 Waived: | No |
| Effective Annual Fee: | $0.00 |
| 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: 19.24% - 29.24%
Balance Transfer APR: 19.24%
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 '202' card bonus in 2026 requires applicants to have good to excellent credit. A key bonus eligibility rule is the Citibank 24-month rule: applicants are ineligible for the welcome bonus if they have received a bonus for any card within the '202' card family (or a broader designated product family, e.g., ThankYou Points earning cards) in the past 24 months. Application frequency is also restricted by Citibank's '8/65' rule, limiting new card applications to no more than one every 8 days and no more than two every 65 days across all Citibank credit products.
Max Cards Per Issuer: 7
Min Spend Interval: 3 months
Cliff Effect Rules: The primary 'cliff effect' for Citibank's '202' card family is the 24-month bonus eligibility rule. This means that once a welcome bonus is earned on any card within the '202' family (or its designated bonus family), the cardholder becomes ineligible to receive another welcome bonus on *any* card within that same family for a full 24 months from the date the previous bonus was awarded. This rule is strictly enforced to prevent rapid churning of bonuses within related product lines.
Special Events: N/A
Holiday Promos: N/A
International Friendly: Yes
User Analytics & Insights
PENDINGUser Ratings
Average Rating: 3.8 / 5.0
Top Positive:
Strong rewards program, excellent mobile app, good customer service, and widely accepted.
Top Negative:
High APR for some, occasional issues with foreign transaction fees on certain cards, and complex reward redemption for some users.
Approval Experience: 85.0 / 100
Recommended Alternatives
- Citi Double Cash Card
- Citi Custom Cash Card
- Citi Premier Card
Card Value Score: 75.0 / 100
Est. Annual Rewards: $350.00
Approval Probability: 75.0%
Version Control
PENDINGVersion ID: v1.0