Credit card rewards: Why now could be time to rack up points
While international travel is still a no-go for Aussies, there’s no reason to give up on credit card rewards points.
Last month, the federal government extended the international travel ban by three months, changing the original end date from June 17 to September 17. However, some restrictions on domestic travel have been lifted, meaning it might be time to start exploring and rack up credit card points while you do it.
With a rewards credit card, you could receive up to 2 points for every dollar you spend*.
When you are able to book your next international holiday you could end up with a discounted or even free flight!
REMEMBER: don’t just spend to get points. Simply, opt to use your rewards credit card on the spending you already intended to do. Also pay down your balance in full each month to avoid paying interest.
Bonus points offers
If you’re on the hunt for a new credit card or are looking to make the switch from your current rewards program, a bonus points offer might be the right way to go.
According to the Mozo database, at the moment there are 65 different credit card bonus points offers ranging from 7,500 to 150,000 points. Each offer has its own set of approval, spending and card holding criteria.
There are currently three cards that offer 150,000 bonus points, here’s a rundown:
| Card | Rewards Program | Bonus Points Offer | Offer End Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANZ Rewards Black | ANZ Rewards | 150,000 ANZ Rewards points if you spend $4,000 on eligible purchases in the first 3 months from approval. | NA |
| Qantas Premier Titanium | Qantas Frequent Flyer | 150,000 bonus Qantas Points if you spend $5,000 on eligible purchases in the first 90 days from approval. | 24/02/2021 |
| Westpac Altitude Black | Altitude | 150,000 bonus Altitude Points if you spend $4,000 on eligible purchases in the first 90 days from approval. | 05/08/202 |
Remember, the value of points differ from program to program. Similarly, don’t apply for a credit card just for the sake of getting points. Sometimes the cost of interest, annual fees and other charges attached to the card can outweigh the value of the points you receive.
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*According to the rewards credit cards on the Mozo database and excluding special promotions.
Want to check out some more bonus points offers? Take a look at the cards below or jump over to our rewards credit cards comparison table
Bonus Points Offers - rates updated daily
American Express Qantas Ultimate Card
Receive 120,000 bonus Qantas Points plus 120 Status Credits when you apply, are approved, and meet the minimum spend criteria of $4,500 in the first 3 months. T&Cs apply. Available to new Card Members only.
Rewards programAnnual feeBonus pointsEarn rate per $1Qantas Frequent Flyer$45055,0001.25 points uncappedQantas Ultimate Card
Receive 120,000 bonus Qantas Points plus 120 Status Credits when you apply, are approved, and meet the minimum spend criteria of $4,500 in the first 3 months. T&Cs apply. Available to new Card Members only.
- Intro rate
- -
- Ongoing Purchase rate
- 20.74% p.a.
- Balance transfer rate
- No current offer
- Cash advance
- -
- Interest free days on purchases
- 44
- Foreign exchange
- 3.00%
- Late payment
- $30.00
- Points earning
- 1.25 points per dollar on Amex, uncapped
- Reward point expiry
- Never
- Bonus points
- 55,000
- Rewards
- Points
- 8,000 points
- 110,400 points
- 19,730 points
- Card Benefits
- Travel Insurance,
Purchase Protection,
Account alerts by SMS
Read our Mozo Review to learn more about the Qantas Ultimate Card
St.George Amplify Rewards Signature
Earn up to 200,000 Bonus Amplify Rewards Points over 2 years (100k yr 1, 100k yr 2) when you spend $12k on eligible purchases each year. New cards only, Eligibility criteria and T&Cs apply. Offer ends 28th September 2021.
Rewards programAnnual feeBonus pointsEarn rate per $1Rewards$279200,0001.5 points uncappedAmplify Rewards Signature
Earn up to 200,000 Bonus Amplify Rewards Points over 2 years (100k yr 1, 100k yr 2) when you spend $12k on eligible purchases each year. New cards only, Eligibility criteria and T&Cs apply. Offer ends 28th September 2021.
- Intro rate
- -
- Ongoing Purchase rate
- 19.74% p.a.
- Balance transfer rate
- 0% p.a. for 15 months and then 21.49% p.a. (1.00% balance transfer fee)
- Cash advance
- 21.49% p.a.
- Interest free days on purchases
- 55
- Foreign exchange
- 3.00%
- Late payment
- $15.00
- Points earning
- 1.5 points per dollar on Visa, uncapped
- Reward point expiry
- Never
- Bonus points
- 200,000
- Rewards
- Points
- 15,600 points
- 212,000 points
- 22,200 points
- Card Benefits
- Concierge,
Travel Insurance,
Extended Warranty,
Purchase Protection
Read our Mozo Review to learn more about the Amplify Rewards Signature
Westpac Altitude Black
Earn up to 150,000 bonus Altitude Points ($4k min. spend in the first 90 days on eligible purchases). 0% balance transfer for 18 months and 45 days interest free (rate then reverts to 21.49% after). 1% BT fee. $250 annual card fee.
Rewards programAnnual feeBonus pointsEarn rate per $1Altitude Rewards$250150,0001.25 points uncappedAltitude Black
Earn up to 150,000 bonus Altitude Points ($4k min. spend in the first 90 days on eligible purchases). 0% balance transfer for 18 months and 45 days interest free (rate then reverts to 21.49% after). 1% BT fee. $250 annual card fee.
- Intro rate
- -
- Ongoing Purchase rate
- 20.49% p.a.
- Balance transfer rate
- 0% p.a. for 18 months and then 21.49% p.a. (1.00% balance transfer fee)
- Cash advance
- 21.49% p.a.
- Interest free days on purchases
- 45
- Foreign exchange
- 3.00%
- Late payment
- $15.00
- Points earning
- 1.25 points per dollar on Mastercard, uncapped
- Reward point expiry
- Never
- Bonus points
- 150,000
- Rewards
- Points
- 15,600 points
- 212,000 points
- 24,100 points
- Card Benefits
- Concierge,
Travel Insurance,
Extended Warranty,
Purchase Protection
Read our Mozo Review to learn more about the Altitude Black
American Express Velocity Platinum Card
Receive 50,000 bonus Velocity Points when you apply online, are approved and spend $3,000 on your new Card within the first 3 months. New Card Members Only Enjoy a complimentary domestic return flight with Virgin Australia to selected cities, each year after your first card spend. Credit Card Provider of the Year in the Mozo Experts Choice Awards 2020 ^.
Rewards programAnnual feeBonus pointsEarn rate per $1Velocity Frequent Flyer$37550,0001.25 points uncappedVelocity Platinum Card
Receive 50,000 bonus Velocity Points when you apply online, are approved and spend $3,000 on your new Card within the first 3 months. New Card Members Only Enjoy a complimentary domestic return flight with Virgin Australia to selected cities, each year after your first card spend. Credit Card Provider of the Year in the Mozo Experts Choice Awards 2020 ^.
- Intro rate
- -
- Ongoing Purchase rate
- 20.74% p.a.
- Balance transfer rate
- No current offer
- Cash advance
- -
- Interest free days on purchases
- 55
- Foreign exchange
- 3.00%
- Late payment
- $30.00
- Points earning
- 1.25 points per dollar on Amex, uncapped
- Reward point expiry
- Never
- Bonus points
- 50,000
- Rewards
- Points
- 7,800 points
- 119,600 points
- 19,500 points
- Card Benefits
- Travel Insurance,
Purchase Protection,
Account alerts by SMS
Read our Mozo Review to learn more about the Velocity Platinum Card
^See information about the Mozo Experts Choice Credit Card Awards
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