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WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard review

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Annual Fee
$119.00
Interest Rate: Purchases
20.99%
Interest Rate: Purchases
20.99%
Balance Transfer
22.99%
Balance Transfer
22.99%
Rewards
1.5 - 2% cashback
Rewards
1.5 - 2% cashback
Signup Bonus
$200 after spending $5,000
Signup Bonus
$200 after spending $5,000


7.1/10
Informr score
The WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard currently has an Informr score of 7.1 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 9 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.

Am I eligible?


WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard is typically available to those with good credit scores (650 or greater).
To get this card, you must also:
Yes Be at least 18 years of age (AB, MB, ON, PE, QA, SK). 19 in all other provinces.
Yes Be a permanent or temporary resident of Canada
Yes Have a minimum personal income of $80000.

Note: This information is only intended as a guide. The final decision is up to the bank and your application could still be rejected even if you can answer 'Yes' to all the minimum criteria above. Always consider your options and your financial situation before you apply for a credit card.

What the Critics Are Saying...


Rewards Canada
Rewards Canada

Overall this card makes great sense for a lot of Canadians who foresee themselves travelling on WestJet with a companion at least once per year or a few times per year individually. The benefits the card comes with are really second to none as no other card has a companion voucher offer like this an...

- Rewards Canada
Money.ca
Money.ca

If you’re a frequent WestJet flyer or you want to save money on your next trip, then check out the WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard. The welcome bonus is worth up to 450 WestJet dollars, you get a companion voucher every year, and the solid earn rate will allow you to rack up your WestJet dollars....

- Barry Choi, Money.ca
Frugal Flyer
Frugal Flyer

While RBC offers many credit cards that we love, the RBC WestJet World Elite offers unique WestJet benefits with a reasonable annual fee. Simply put, if you find yourself flying WestJet often, this is a good card to consider adding to and keeping in your wallet for the long term.

- Hugh Campbell, Frugal Flyer
Yore Oyster
Yore Oyster

WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard is your go-to travel/rewards credit card if you prefer to book your flights or vacations on WestJet. This credit card suits best for frequent travelers, business owners, and students who occasionally travel after each semester. This card benefits them because they...

- Victor, Yore Oyster
GreedyRates.ca
GreedyRates.ca

Searching for a hefty credit card welcome bonus? Done. How about an annual round-trip companion ticket to anywhere in North America? Covered. Free first checked bags for you and your entire family? Of course. The WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard comes with an impressive welcome bonus of up to 450...

- GreedyRates.ca

Details


Interest Rates
Regular APR Interest Rate 20.99%
Balance Transfer Interest Rate 22.99%
Cash Advance Interest Rate 22.99%

21.99% if you reside in Quebec

Rates & Fees
Annual Fee $119.00
Balance Transfer Fee 3%

Maximum

Cash Advance Fee $3.50

$5.00 fee for cash advances outside of Canada.

Foreign Transaction Fee 2.5%

Transactions made in a foreign currency will be converted and posted to your account in Canadian currency.

Over Limit Fee $29.00
Late Payment Fee $0.00
Promotions
Sign up bonus $200 after spending $5,000
  • On purchases within the first 3 months
  • Get the 200 bonus in WestJet dollars
  • Get another 250 WestJet dollars as welcome bonus
Rewards
All Purchases 1.5% cash back
Restaurants No
Gas No
Groceries No
Hotels No
Travel 2% cash back

On purchases made with WestJet flights or WestJet Vacations packages using your card

Pharmacy No
Bills No
Additional Details

Receive a round-trip companion voucher – every year – for any WestJet destination starting from $119 (plus taxes, fees, charges and other ATC)

Features & Benefits
Additional Card Holders

$59 per year for each card

Travel Accident Insurance Yes
Car Rental Insurance Yes
Car Rental Discount No
Extended Warranty Yes
Purchase Protection Yes
Zero Liability No
No Foreign Transaction Fees No
Emergency Assistance No
Concierge Service No
Price Protection No
Fraud Protection No
Free Credit Scores No
Wireless Payments Samsung Pay
Virtual Cards No
Additional Benefits
  • Free first checked bag
  • Trip Cancellation and Interruption Insurance
  • Access to Boingo Wi-Fi
  • Mastercard Airport Experiences Provided by LoungeKey
  • Get an annual World Elite round-trip companion voucher starting at $119 CAD (plus taxes, fees and other ATC charges)
  • Get $0 delivery fees for 12 months from DoorDash
Eligibility
Minimum Security Deposit $0
Minimum Age

18 years in AB, MB, ON, PE, QA, SK. 19 years in all other provinces.

Minimum Personal Income $80,000 per year
Temporary Residents No
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