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BMO Platinum Rewards Mastercard®

Earn 2x points on gas and groceries with zero annual fee

BMO Platinum Rewards gives you zero annual fee plus 2x points on gas and groceries (up to $1,500/quarter). Earn 15,000 bonus points with $1,500 spending, and unlock a 15% anniversary bonus at $15,000+ annual spend. Flexible redemption into cash, travel, or merchandise.

points · Welcome Bonus
15,000
Top Rate
2X

Terms checked against the issuer on October 10, 2026

At a Glance

Annual Fee
$0
Foreign Transaction Fee
3%
Network
Mastercard Standard
Rewards Currency
BMO Flex Rewards
Credit Required
Good

Welcome Offer

15,000

points

$1,500

Spend Required

3 months

Time Period

New cardholders earn 15,000 bonus points when they charge $1,500 in purchases within the first 3 months of account opening. Redeem into cash back, travel, or merchandise.

Earning Rates

  1. 2X

    Gas Stations

    Cap: $1,500/quarterly

  2. 2X

    Grocery Stores

    Cap: $1,500/quarterly

Earning Scenarios

2x points on gas, EV charging, and groceries

Earn 2 points per dollar on gas station purchases, EV charging stations, and grocery stores, capped at $1,500 per quarter. Resets quarterly.

1x point on all other purchases

All other purchases earn 1 unlimited point per dollar. Points are worth 1 cent each and never expire.

15% anniversary bonus at $15,000+ annual spend

Spend $15,000+ in net purchases in the 12 months from your account anniversary and earn bonus points equal to 15% of those purchases. On $48,000 of net purchases, that adds 7,200 points.

Benefits & Perks

Insurance & Protections

7 protections
  1. Cell Phone Protection

    $400

    secondary

    Up to $400 in coverage. Automatic coverage, no additional cost.

    View conditions

    Deductible: 50

  2. Secondary Rental Car Damage Coverage

    secondary

    Covers damage, theft, and loss of use (up to $500) for rental cars. Secondary to auto insurance.

  3. Credit file monitoring and fraud alerts

    Monitor your credit file for suspicious activity with alerts for new inquiries, address changes, and accounts.

  4. Zero Liability on unauthorized transactions

    You won't be held responsible for unauthorized transactions made in store, online, or via mobile device.

  5. Free 24/7 Roadside Assistance Services

    Emergency roadside help including towing, jump-starts, tire changes, and fuel delivery.

Show all 7 protections
  1. 24/7 lost/stolen card assistance worldwide

    Report lost or stolen cards 24/7 and get emergency card replacement and cash advance assistance worldwide.

  2. Extended Warranty

    Up to 1 additional year on original manufacturer's warranty of 1 year or less.

Reviews & Analysis

The Math: Is $0 Worth It?

Credit Utilization (60%)

Annual credits$0

Excludes earning value, lounge access, insurance, and elite status

Total Value Captured

$0

Annual Fee

-$0

Net Annual Value

+$0

Details & Terms

Payment Terms

Purchase APR19.49%–27.49% (Variable)
Foreign Transaction Fee3%

Media & Resources

Video Reviews

8 videos

Third-Party Articles & Reviews

BMO Harris Bank Credit Cards & Rewards Program [2026]

Upgraded Points·Sep 18, 2021guide

Comprehensive guide to BMO rewards program and credit card lineup with Platinum Rewards earn rates, anniversary bonus, and no annual fee breakdown.

BMO Credit Card Reviews and Q&A

WalletHub·Dec 2025review

WalletHub user review aggregation for BMO credit cards with ratings and community feedback on the rewards program and card features.

BMO Platinum Rewards Credit Card: Earn More Points

Bmo·2026guide

Official BMO landing page for Platinum Rewards Mastercard with earn rates, welcome offer, benefits, and application.

2026 BMO Harris Platinum Rewards Mastercard Reviews

·Jan 10, 2026review

Consumers Advocate analysis and expert reviews of the BMO Platinum Rewards card with ratings and consumer experiences.

BMO Credit Cards Comparison Tool

Bmo·2026comparison

Official BMO credit card hub with side-by-side comparison of all BMO card offerings including Platinum Rewards features.

Mastercard Guide to Benefits (PDF)

Bmo·Jun 2025guide

Official Mastercard Guide to Benefits covering insurance protections, travel assistance, and roadside service for BMO cardholders.

BMO Flex Rewards Program Rules (PDF)

Bmo·Dec 2025guide

Official BMO rules for the Flex Rewards program detailing point earning, expiration, and redemption options.

BMO Harris Bank Credit Card Signup Bonuses

Doctor of Credit·Nov 20, 2025news

Doctor of Credit coverage of BMO sign-up bonus offers and promotional updates for Platinum Rewards and other BMO credit cards.

Is a BMO Credit Card Right for You?

NerdWallet·Jan 15, 2026review

NerdWallet comparison of BMO credit card options analyzing Platinum Rewards welcome bonus and rewards structure for different cardholders.

Card Design

BMO Harris Bank Platinum Rewards Mastercard card art from Upgraded Points

Evidence Sources

SourceCitation
BMO OfficialBMO Official
RewardsCC APIRewardsCC API
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BMO OfficialBMO Official

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