VISAVisa Traditional

USAA Rate Advantage Visa Card

Terms checked against the issuer on October 10, 2026

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At a Glance

Annual Fee
$0
Foreign Transaction Fee
$0
Network
Visa Traditional
Credit Required
Fair to Excellent

Benefits & Perks

Insurance & Protections

10 protections
  1. $500 cell phone protection

    $500

    When you charge your monthly cell phone bill to your USAA credit card, you can be reimbursed up to $500, in the event your eligible cell phone is

  2. Baggage Delay Reimbursement

    $100

    If your checked baggage is delayed, you can be reimbursed up to $100 a day, for up to three days. Get the essentials you need such as clothing or

  3. Auto rental CDW

    secondary

    Reserve and pay for your rental car with your credit card to get 31 days of protection worldwide. Save money by saying no at the counter — rent with

  4. Extended Warranty Protection

    secondary

    Extends the time period of the U.S. manufacturer’s warranty on items purchased with your card. Get up to an additional year of coverage.

  5. Zero Liability on unauthorized charges

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

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  1. Travel and Emergency Assistance

    If you experience an illness or emergency, while traveling or working anywhere in the world, call the benefits center for help, 24/7. You can also

  2. Trip Cancellation and Interruption

    $1,500

    secondary

    You’re covered for up to $1,500 per covered person, for non-refundable prepaid passenger fare, when your travel is interrupted or canceled. This

  3. 24/7 lost/stolen card assistance worldwide

    Emergency card replacement and cash disbursement services available 24/7 worldwide for lost or stolen cards.

  4. Purchase Security

    Safeguard your new item against theft or damage for the first 90 days from the date of purchase with Purchase Security available when you pay with

  5. Travel Accident Insurance

    When you purchase your travel ticket with your USAA card, you are eligible to receive coverage for loss of life or limb. This coverage applies to air

Reviews & Analysis

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • +No annual fee
  • +Low variable APR (starting at 10.4%) designed for balance carriers
  • +Fair credit tier accepted (accessible credit profile)
  • +USAA's military-focused financial stability

Cons

  • -Designed for balance carriers - minimal value for transactors
  • -Limited to USAA membership and military/veteran eligibility
  • -No rewards program is advertised on the issuer page
  • -No welcome bonus or premium perks

Who It's Best For

Best For

  • Military members and veterans who carry a balance month-to-month
  • Those seeking competitive low APR without annual fees
  • Consumers prioritizing interest rate over rewards
  • USAA members looking for a balance transfer or debt consolidation tool

Not Ideal For

  • Consumers who pay off their balance monthly (no rewards program is advertised)
  • Those seeking competitive cash back rates
  • Non-military or non-USAA eligible members
  • Rewards maximizers and frequent travelers
  • Those with excellent credit seeking 0% intro APR options

Details & Terms

Payment Terms

Purchase APR10.4%–24.4% (Variable)
Cash Advance APR—% (Variable)
Foreign Transaction Fee$0

Card Family

Usaa Rewards family

CardTierAnnual Fee
Usaa Preferred Cashentry—

Media & Resources

Evidence Sources

SourceCitation
Usaa OfficialUsaa Official
RewardsCC APIRewardsCC API
Issuer PageIssuer Page: Earn rates
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