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Mastercard® Gold Card™

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Reward Rates
2%2% value for airfare redemptions with no blackout dates or seat restrictions.
2%2% Value for Cash Back Redemptions
1XEarn one point for every one dollar spent.
Balance Transfers Intro APR
0% intro APR for first 15 billing cycles on BT within first 45 days; After that - 19.99% Variable APR
Purchases Intro APR
N/A
Regular APR
19.99% Variable
Annual Fee
$995 ($295 for each Authorized User added to the account)

Highlights

  • 24K-Gold-Plated and stainless steel card. Tailored to be an everyday essential. Rewards and protection benefits that are designed to be used everywhere you go, rather than select categories and purchases. Plus, no foreign transaction fees.
  • Simple and flexible rewards without the hoops. 2% value for airfare redemptions with no blackout dates or seat restrictions. 2% value for cash back redemptions. Earn one point for every one dollar spent. No minimum threshold requirement for cash back or airfare redemptions.
  • Annual Airline Credit—up to $200 in statement credits toward flight-related purchases including airline tickets, baggage fees, upgrades and more. Just pay for airline purchases with your Mastercard Gold Card and we will automatically apply the credit to your account. That’s it. No need to activate or designate an airline.
  • Up to a $100 application fee credit for the cost of TSA Pre✓® or Global Entry. Also, enjoy automatic enrollment in Priority Pass™ Select with access to 1,300+ airport lounges worldwide with no guest or lounge limits. Includes credits at select airport restaurants for cardholder and one guest.
  • 24/7 Luxury Card Concierge®-available by phone, email, SMS and chat in the app. Around-the-clock service to help you save time and manage tasks big and small. There is no requirement to make a purchase in your requests and no fees are associated with using the concierge's assistance.
  • Exclusive Luxury Card Travel® benefits—average value of $500 per stay (e.g., resort credits, room upgrades, free wifi, breakfast for two and more) at over 3,000 properties. Plus, peace of mind protection benefits like trip cancellation and interruption, auto rental car collision waiver, travel accident and baggage delay.
  • Cell phone protection for eligible claims of up to $1,000 each year. Plus additional World Elite Mastercard® benefits.
  • Annual Fee: $995 ($295 for each Authorized User). Terms and conditions apply.

Features

  • 0% Introductory APR
    0% Introductory APR
  • Airport Lounge Access
    Airport Lounge Access
  • Auto Rental Insurance
    Auto Rental Insurance
  • Balance Transfer
    Balance Transfer
  • Cash Back
    Cash Back
  • Concierge Service
    Concierge Service
  • EMV
    EMV
  • Excellent Credit
    Excellent Credit
  • Extended Warranty Program
    Extended Warranty Program
  • Free Credit Score
    Free Credit Score
  • Good Credit
    Good Credit
  • Lost Luggage Reimbursement
    Lost Luggage Reimbursement
  • Mobile Pay Ready
    Mobile Pay Ready
  • No Foreign Transaction Fees
    No Foreign Transaction Fees
  • Points
    Points
  • Price Protection
    Price Protection
  • Private Jet Access
    Private Jet Access
  • Purchase Protection
    Purchase Protection
  • Rewards
    Rewards
  • Roadside Assistance
    Roadside Assistance
  • Travel
    Travel
  • Travel Accident Insurance
    Travel Accident Insurance
  • Travel Assistance
    Travel Assistance
  • Trip Cancellation Insurance
    Trip Cancellation Insurance
  • TSA/Customs Reimbursement
    TSA/Customs Reimbursement
  • Unsecured credit card
    Unsecured credit card
  • World Elite Mastercard®
    World Elite Mastercard®
  • Zero Fraud Liability
    Zero Fraud Liability

Staff Review

Editor's Rating:

2.9 out of 5

Our take: With an exorbitant annual fee and average rewards earning rate, the Mastercard Gold Card is not for the average cardholder; cardholders looking for a unique card that conveys status may, however, enjoy the card’s luxury perks.

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