15
Benefits3
Reward Categories6.3x
Max Reward30%
APR FromBasic Information
PENDINGProgram ID: banana-republic-rewards-credit-card
Issuer: Synchrony
Card Name: Banana Republic Rewards Visa® Credit Card
Card Type: Credit
Network: Visa
Card Tier: Signature
Approved: Pending
Data Complete: Complete
Rewards Program (Detailed) 3 Categories
PENDING| Category | Rate | Type | Description | Annual Cap | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gap Inc. Brands Purchases (Icon Status) | 6.25x | Points | Purchases made at Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Athleta stores and their respective websites for cardholders with Icon Status (spending $500+ in a calendar year). This rate includes the 25% Icon bonus. | No Cap | |
| Gap Inc. Brands Purchases | 5x | Points | Purchases made at Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Athleta stores in the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Canada, and at gap.com, oldnavy.com, bananarepublic.com, and athleta.com. | No Cap | |
| All Other Purchases (Visa Card) | 1x | Points | Purchases made everywhere Visa credit cards are accepted, outside of Gap Inc. brands. Applies only to the Banana Republic Rewards Visa Credit Card. | No Cap |
Rewards Summary
PENDINGReward Type: Points
Base Rate: 1x
Bonus Rate: 5x
Categories: 5x at Gap Inc. brands (Banana Republic, Gap, Old Navy, Athleta)
Quarterly Rotating: No
Expiration Policy: Points expire 24 months after they are earned.
Point Value: 0.01¢
Travel Portal Multiplier: 1x
Redemption Penalties: Rewards certificates expire 90 days after issuance. Certificates cannot be used to purchase gift cards.
Benefits & Protections (Detailed) 15 Total
PENDINGCustomer Service 1
Dedicated Toll-Free Priority Line (Icon Status)
Dedicated priority lineIcon status members (spending $500+ annually) have access to a dedicated toll-free priority customer service line.
Financial 1
No Annual Fee
No annual feeThe card has no annual fee.
Lifestyle 2
Special Birthday Offer
Special offerReceive a special offer during your birthday month.
Free Basic Alterations (Icon Status)
Free basic alterationsIcon status members (spending $500+ annually) receive free basic alterations on Banana Republic merchandise.
Shopping 10
Base Rewards Earning Rate at Gap Inc. Brands
5 points per $1Earn 5 points for every $1 spent at Banana Republic, Gap, Old Navy, Athleta, and Hill City.
Rewards Earning Rate Everywhere Else (Visa Card)
1 point per $1Earn 1 point for every $1 spent everywhere else Visa is accepted. This benefit applies to the Banana Republic Rewards Visa Card.
Reward Redemption
$5 Reward for 500 pointsReceive a $5 Reward for every 500 points earned.
Introductory First Purchase Discount
20% off first purchaseGet 20% off your first purchase when you open and use your new Banana Republic Rewards Credit Card or Banana Republic Rewards Visa Card at Banana Republic, Gap, Old Navy, or Athleta.
Exclusive Cardmember Offers
Exclusive offersAccess to exclusive offers available only to cardmembers.
Bonus Points Events
Bonus pointsAccess to special events where you can earn bonus points on purchases.
Early Access to Sales
Early accessReceive early access to sales events.
Free Shipping on $50+ Orders (Enthusiast Status)
Free shipping on $50+ ordersEnthusiast status members (spending $0-$499 annually) receive free shipping on online orders of $50 or more.
Free 2-3 Day Shipping (Icon Status)
Free 2-3 day shippingIcon status members (spending $500+ annually) receive free 2-3 day shipping on all online orders.
Choose Your Own Sale Day (Icon Status)
Choose own sale dayIcon status members (spending $500+ annually) can choose their own sale day.
Status Benefits 1
Icon Status Extra Points Earning
25% extra pointsIcon status members (spending $500+ annually) earn 25% extra points on every purchase at Gap Inc. brands, resulting in 6.25 points per $1 spent.
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
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Fee Structure
PENDING| Annual Fee: | $0.00 |
| Year 1 Waived: | No |
| Effective Annual Fee: | $0.00 |
| Authorized User Fee: | $0.00 |
| Min Interest Charge: | $2.00 |
Additional Fees
PENDING| Late Fee: | $40.00 |
| Returned Payment: | $40.00 |
| Balance Transfer: | Either $10 or 5% of the amount of each 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: 29.99% - 29.99%
Cash Advance APR: 29.99%
Intro APR Offers
Promo Financing: Deferred Interest
Approval Criteria & Requirements
PENDINGCredit Score Requirements
Application Process
Issuer Rules & Policies
PENDINGRules: Eligibility for the Banana Republic Rewards Credit Card (projected for 2026) requires applicants to be 18 years or older, a U.S. resident with a valid Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN), and meet Synchrony's creditworthiness criteria. Application is typically online with an instant decision often available, subject to a credit history review. New cardholder bonus rules commonly include a percentage discount (e.g., 15-20%) on the first purchase made within a specified timeframe (e.g., 14-30 days of account opening). Additional bonus points or discounts may be offered for reaching specific spending thresholds within the first 90 days.
Max Cards Per Issuer: 5
Min Spend Interval: 3 months
Cliff Effect Rules: The Banana Republic Rewards Credit Card is integrated into the broader Gap Inc. rewards ecosystem. Benefits, such as 'Luxe' status for high annual spenders, are tied to meeting specific spending thresholds within a calendar year. Failure to meet these thresholds will result in a downgrade of status and loss of associated perks (e.g., free shipping, bonus points, birthday rewards). While rewards generally pool across Gap Inc. brands (Gap, Old Navy, Athleta), specific cardholder benefits may not stack or transfer seamlessly between different branded cards within the family.
Special Events: Cardholders frequently receive exclusive early access to sales, additional percentage discounts during promotional periods (e.g., Friends & Family events, seasonal clearances), and special bonus point offers on specific purchase days or categories.
Holiday Promos: Expect enhanced cardholder benefits and bonus point opportunities during major retail holidays such as Black Friday/Cyber Monday, Christmas/New Year's, Mother's Day, Father's Day, and back-to-school seasons.
International Friendly: No
User Analytics & Insights
PENDINGUser Ratings
Average Rating: 3.0 / 5.0
Top Positive:
Good rewards for loyal shoppers at Gap Inc. brands, exclusive discounts, and relatively easy approval for many applicants.
Top Negative:
High APR, points can expire, reported customer service issues with Synchrony Bank, and limited utility outside Gap Inc. stores for the store-only version.
Approval Experience: 75.0 / 100
Recommended Alternatives
- Old Navy Credit Card
- Nordstrom Retail Card
- Discover it Cash Back
Card Value Score: 65.0 / 100
Est. Annual Rewards: $120.00
Approval Probability: 75.0%
Version Control
PENDINGVersion ID: v1.0