The United TravelBank card is a no-annual-fee option designed for occasional United flyers who want a simple way to earn rewards toward future flights. With no foreign transaction fees and flat-rate earning on everyday purchases, it functions as a straightforward, low-maintenance travel card.
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Overview
No-fee United rewards
International purchases
For infrequent United travelers who dislike annual fees, this card provides a risk-free entry point into earning rewards for flight purchases. Because it carries no annual fee and waives foreign transaction fees, you can hold it indefinitely without worrying about keeping track of complicated credits or usage thresholds. However, most travelers will find higher overall value elsewhere. Flat-rate cash back cards or mid-tier United cards often yield significantly better returns and offer practical travel perks like free checked bags or priority boarding.
This card works best for casual United travelers seeking no-fee flight savings, though most spenders would do better with a stronger flat-rate card or a feature-rich airline card.
Welcome Offer
after you spend $1,000 on purchases on your new card in your first 3 months of card membership.
Est. Value
$1.95
Required Spend
$1,000
Time Frame
3 Months
Est. Value
$1.95
Required Spend
$1,000
Time Frame
3 Months
Earning
Rewards are earned as a flat percentage on everyday spending, allowing you to build up value toward future United flight purchases.
Everywhere
Rewards percent based on a valuation of 1.3¢ per MileagePlus mile
Eligibility
Excellent credit or higher is recommended for this card.
Credit approval is not guaranteed. Meeting the recommended credit range does not ensure approval, and applicants with lower scores may still be considered.
Pricing
Annual Fee
$0
Purchase APR
15.99% - 22.99%
Variable
Transfer APR
15.99% - 22.99%
Variable
Cash Advance APR
24.99%
Variable
Foreign Transaction Fee
None
Balance Transfer
$5
Cash Advance
$10
Late Payment
$39
Return Payment
$39
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Earn 200,000 bonus points
Worth $3,000
After you spend $30,000 on purchases in your first 6 months from account opening and access more than $7,000 in total business and travel value in your first year.
Annual Fee
$795
Rec. Credit
Good
115,000 Points
Worth $1,610
After you spend $4,000 on purchases on your new card in your first 3 months of card membership.
Annual Fee
$195
Rec. Credit
Excellent
Earn 100,000 bonus points
Worth $1,500
After you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.
Annual Fee
$795
Rec. Credit
Excellent
