USAA Rate Advantage Visa Card
- Annual Fee
- $0
Terms checked against the issuer on October 10, 2026
At a Glance
- Annual Fee
- $0
- Foreign Transaction Fee
- $0
- Network
- Visa Traditional
- Credit Required
- Fair to Excellent
Benefits & Perks
Insurance & Protections
10 protections$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
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
Auto rental CDW
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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
Extended Warranty Protection
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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.
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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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
Trip Cancellation and Interruption
$1,500
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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
24/7 lost/stolen card assistance worldwide
Emergency card replacement and cash disbursement services available 24/7 worldwide for lost or stolen cards.
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
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 APR | 10.4%–24.4% (Variable) |
| Cash Advance APR | —% (Variable) |
| Foreign Transaction Fee | $0 |
Card Family
Usaa Rewards family
| Card | Tier | Annual Fee | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Usaa Preferred Cash | entry | — |
Media & Resources
Evidence Sources
| Source | Verified | Citation |
|---|---|---|
| Usaa Official | — | Usaa Official |
| RewardsCC API | — | RewardsCC API |
| Issuer Page | Issuer Page: Earn rates | |
| Issuer Page | Issuer Page: Apr | |
| Issuer Page | Issuer Page: Apr | |
| Issuer Page | Issuer Page |