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2X miles on everything with a 5% rebate on every travel redemption
Earn unlimited 2X miles on all purchases with no category tracking required. Redeem for any travel purchase as a statement credit and get 5% of your miles back — effectively earning 2.1X on every dollar. The $89 annual fee (waived first year) buys chip-and-PIN capability, no foreign transaction fees, and the full Mastercard World Elite benefits suite including $800 cell phone protection.
$89
Annual Fee
70,000
Arrival miles · Welcome Bonus
Annual Fee
$89
Authorized User Fee
$0
Foreign Transaction Fee
$0
Network
Mastercard World Elite
Point Valuation
0.5–1.1 cpp (mid: 1)
Credit Required
Good to Excellent
Welcome Offer
70,000
Arrival miles
Spend $5,000 in the first 3 months
Earn 70,000 bonus miles after spending $5,000 on purchases within the first 90 days of account opening. With the 5% travel redemption rebate, that bonus is worth $735 in travel statement credits.
Benefits & Perks
Program & Transfers
Barclays Arrival Miles are a flexible, fixed-value currency that can be redeemed for statement credits against almost any travel purchase. Unlike transferable points programs, Arrival miles cannot be transferred to airline or hotel partners, but they offer unmatched simplicity—any seat on any airline, any room at any hotel, as long as the purchase codes as travel. The program shines for travelers who value flexibility over premium cabin aspirations, and for covering travel expenses that fall outside traditional loyalty programs like vacation rentals, cruises, trains, and theme park packages.
Barclays discontinued AAdvantage co-brand cards, transitioning portfolio to Citi. Arrival Plus remains available.
Reviews & Analysis
The Arrival Plus earns a flat 2X miles on all spending with a 5% rebate on travel redemptions, delivering an effective 2.1X rate. No category tracking, no transfer partners — just simple travel statement credits. The $89 fee (waived year one) includes World Elite perks and chip-and-PIN.
Details & Terms
| Purchase APR | 18.24%–25.24% (Variable) |
| Cash Advance APR | 25.99% (Variable) |
| Foreign Transaction Fee | $0 |
| Authorized User Fee | $0 |
For Arrival Plus, travel statement credit redemptions start at 5,000 miles for $50 toward qualifying travel purchases of $100 or more (updated from previous 10,000 mile minimum). Annual fee redemptions start at 2,500 miles for $25. Check your specific card terms as minimums vary.
Miles expire after 24 months of account inactivity. As long as you make at least one purchase or redemption every 2 years, your miles remain active. There's no limit on how long miles can stay in your account if the account remains active.
2X miles on everything with a 5% rebate on every travel redemption
Earn unlimited 2X miles on all purchases with no category tracking required. Redeem for any travel purchase as a statement credit and get 5% of your miles back — effectively earning 2.1X on every dollar. The $89 annual fee (waived first year) buys chip-and-PIN capability, no foreign transaction fees, and the full Mastercard World Elite benefits suite including $800 cell phone protection.
$89
Annual Fee
70,000
Arrival miles · Welcome Bonus
Annual Fee
$89
Authorized User Fee
$0
Foreign Transaction Fee
$0
Network
Mastercard World Elite
Point Valuation
0.5–1.1 cpp (mid: 1)
Credit Required
Good to Excellent
Welcome Offer
70,000
Arrival miles
Spend $5,000 in the first 3 months
Earn 70,000 bonus miles after spending $5,000 on purchases within the first 90 days of account opening. With the 5% travel redemption rebate, that bonus is worth $735 in travel statement credits.
Benefits & Perks
Program & Transfers
Barclays Arrival Miles are a flexible, fixed-value currency that can be redeemed for statement credits against almost any travel purchase. Unlike transferable points programs, Arrival miles cannot be transferred to airline or hotel partners, but they offer unmatched simplicity—any seat on any airline, any room at any hotel, as long as the purchase codes as travel. The program shines for travelers who value flexibility over premium cabin aspirations, and for covering travel expenses that fall outside traditional loyalty programs like vacation rentals, cruises, trains, and theme park packages.
Barclays discontinued AAdvantage co-brand cards, transitioning portfolio to Citi. Arrival Plus remains available.
Reviews & Analysis
The Arrival Plus earns a flat 2X miles on all spending with a 5% rebate on travel redemptions, delivering an effective 2.1X rate. No category tracking, no transfer partners — just simple travel statement credits. The $89 fee (waived year one) includes World Elite perks and chip-and-PIN.
Details & Terms
| Purchase APR | 18.24%–25.24% (Variable) |
| Cash Advance APR | 25.99% (Variable) |
| Foreign Transaction Fee | $0 |
| Authorized User Fee | $0 |
For Arrival Plus, travel statement credit redemptions start at 5,000 miles for $50 toward qualifying travel purchases of $100 or more (updated from previous 10,000 mile minimum). Annual fee redemptions start at 2,500 miles for $25. Check your specific card terms as minimums vary.
Miles expire after 24 months of account inactivity. As long as you make at least one purchase or redemption every 2 years, your miles remain active. There's no limit on how long miles can stay in your account if the account remains active.
2X miles on everything with a 5% rebate on every travel redemption
Earn unlimited 2X miles on all purchases with no category tracking required. Redeem for any travel purchase as a statement credit and get 5% of your miles back — effectively earning 2.1X on every dollar. The $89 annual fee (waived first year) buys chip-and-PIN capability, no foreign transaction fees, and the full Mastercard World Elite benefits suite including $800 cell phone protection.
$89
Annual Fee
70,000
Arrival miles · Welcome Bonus
Annual Fee
$89
Authorized User Fee
$0
Foreign Transaction Fee
$0
Network
Mastercard World Elite
Point Valuation
0.5–1.1 cpp (mid: 1)
Credit Required
Good to Excellent
Welcome Offer
70,000
Arrival miles
Spend $5,000 in the first 3 months
Earn 70,000 bonus miles after spending $5,000 on purchases within the first 90 days of account opening. With the 5% travel redemption rebate, that bonus is worth $735 in travel statement credits.
Benefits & Perks
Program & Transfers
Barclays Arrival Miles are a flexible, fixed-value currency that can be redeemed for statement credits against almost any travel purchase. Unlike transferable points programs, Arrival miles cannot be transferred to airline or hotel partners, but they offer unmatched simplicity—any seat on any airline, any room at any hotel, as long as the purchase codes as travel. The program shines for travelers who value flexibility over premium cabin aspirations, and for covering travel expenses that fall outside traditional loyalty programs like vacation rentals, cruises, trains, and theme park packages.
Barclays discontinued AAdvantage co-brand cards, transitioning portfolio to Citi. Arrival Plus remains available.
Reviews & Analysis
The Arrival Plus earns a flat 2X miles on all spending with a 5% rebate on travel redemptions, delivering an effective 2.1X rate. No category tracking, no transfer partners — just simple travel statement credits. The $89 fee (waived year one) includes World Elite perks and chip-and-PIN.
Details & Terms
| Purchase APR | 18.24%–25.24% (Variable) |
| Cash Advance APR | 25.99% (Variable) |
| Foreign Transaction Fee | $0 |
| Authorized User Fee | $0 |
For Arrival Plus, travel statement credit redemptions start at 5,000 miles for $50 toward qualifying travel purchases of $100 or more (updated from previous 10,000 mile minimum). Annual fee redemptions start at 2,500 miles for $25. Check your specific card terms as minimums vary.
Miles expire after 24 months of account inactivity. As long as you make at least one purchase or redemption every 2 years, your miles remain active. There's no limit on how long miles can stay in your account if the account remains active.
Estimated annual value: $95
| Credit | Value | Category | Frequency | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10/mo Instacart+ | — | Delivery | — | |
| $5 Lyft + airport savings | — | Transit & Rideshare | — | |
| $3/mo Peacock | — | Streaming | — | |
| $2.50/mo transit | — | Transit & Rideshare | — |
Complimentary HealthLock membership monitors for medical identity fraud, prescription fraud, and unauthorized insurance claims.
Monitor surface and dark web for compromised credentials with real-time alerts and resolution services included.
Mastercard World Elite benefit provides accidental death and dismemberment coverage while traveling
0Mastercard World Elite benefit protects new purchases against damage or theft within 120 days
0Protection for cell phone damage or theft with $50 deductible and up to $1,000 annual limit.
Deductible: 50
Lock your card instantly, set transaction limits, and block purchase categories via the Barclays app
Arrival Plus reduced minimum redemption from 10,000 miles ($100) to 5,000 miles ($50) for travel purchases of $100+.
Temporary promotion allowing 1¢/mile redemptions for gas, grocery, and restaurant purchases ended.
| Route / Property | Points | Book With | Cabin/Type | Value / Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Award Ticket Taxes & Fuel Surcharges | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Vacation Rentals (Airbnb, VRBO) | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Cruise Onboard Expenses | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Train Travel | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Theme Park Packages | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Car Rentals | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Boutique & Non-Chain Hotels | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Hotel Incidental Charges | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Tours & Excursions | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Last-Minute Domestic Economy Flights | 10,000 | — | — | — |
Credit Utilization (60%)
Excludes earning value, lounge access, insurance, and elite status
Total Value Captured
$0
Annual Fee
-$89
Net Annual Value
-$89
No, Arrival miles are not transferable to airline or hotel loyalty programs. The program rules explicitly state miles may not be assigned, transferred, or pledged. Redemption is limited to statement credits for travel purchases, cash back, gift cards, or merchandise.
Qualifying travel purchases include airlines, hotels/motels, timeshares, campgrounds, car rentals, cruise lines, travel agencies (online and traditional), discount travel sites, trains, buses, taxis, limousines, and ferries. The purchase must be coded in Barclays' travel merchant category—specific merchant coding may vary.
When you redeem Arrival miles for travel statement credits, you automatically receive 5% of the redeemed miles back into your account. For example, redeem 10,000 miles for a $100 flight credit, and you'll get 500 miles back. This effectively boosts your earning rate from 2x to 2.1x miles per dollar.
Yes, you can use Arrival miles to offset part of a travel purchase rather than covering the full cost. For example, if you have a $300 hotel stay, you can redeem 10,000 miles to take $100 off, paying the remaining $200 out of pocket.
The Arrival Plus has been closed to new applicants at various times historically. Check current availability on Barclays' website or through card comparison sites. Existing cardholders can continue earning and redeeming Arrival miles even when the card is not open to new applications.
Miles to Memories review analyzing the Arrival Plus as a flexible travel rewards option.
WalletHub's review highlighting the first-year annual fee waiver and travel rewards earning for frequent travelers.
The Points Guy's analysis of the Arrival Plus' 2x miles earning on all purchases and flexible travel redemption.
Reddit discussion in r/CreditCards about the Arrival Plus card's ongoing value for existing cardholders.
Comprehensive review explaining the Arrival Plus' status as a closed card and its flexible travel redemption options.
In-depth review by Brian Graham covering the card's 2x points earning, $89 annual fee, and travel benefits.
Holly Johnson's detailed analysis of the Arrival Plus' rewards structure and value proposition for travelers.
Doctor of Credit's review focused on annual fee value and travel spending benefits analysis.
SuperMoney's aggregated reviews and ratings for the Arrival Plus card with user feedback.
One Mile at a Time's perspective on using Arrival Plus miles for flexible travel expense redemption.
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Estimated annual value: $95
| Credit | Value | Category | Frequency | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10/mo Instacart+ | — | Delivery | — | |
| $5 Lyft + airport savings | — | Transit & Rideshare | — | |
| $3/mo Peacock | — | Streaming | — | |
| $2.50/mo transit | — | Transit & Rideshare | — |
Complimentary HealthLock membership monitors for medical identity fraud, prescription fraud, and unauthorized insurance claims.
Monitor surface and dark web for compromised credentials with real-time alerts and resolution services included.
Mastercard World Elite benefit provides accidental death and dismemberment coverage while traveling
0Mastercard World Elite benefit protects new purchases against damage or theft within 120 days
0Protection for cell phone damage or theft with $50 deductible and up to $1,000 annual limit.
Deductible: 50
Lock your card instantly, set transaction limits, and block purchase categories via the Barclays app
Arrival Plus reduced minimum redemption from 10,000 miles ($100) to 5,000 miles ($50) for travel purchases of $100+.
Temporary promotion allowing 1¢/mile redemptions for gas, grocery, and restaurant purchases ended.
| Route / Property | Points | Book With | Cabin/Type | Value / Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Award Ticket Taxes & Fuel Surcharges | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Vacation Rentals (Airbnb, VRBO) | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Cruise Onboard Expenses | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Train Travel | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Theme Park Packages | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Car Rentals | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Boutique & Non-Chain Hotels | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Hotel Incidental Charges | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Tours & Excursions | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Last-Minute Domestic Economy Flights | 10,000 | — | — | — |
Credit Utilization (60%)
Excludes earning value, lounge access, insurance, and elite status
Total Value Captured
$0
Annual Fee
-$89
Net Annual Value
-$89
No, Arrival miles are not transferable to airline or hotel loyalty programs. The program rules explicitly state miles may not be assigned, transferred, or pledged. Redemption is limited to statement credits for travel purchases, cash back, gift cards, or merchandise.
Qualifying travel purchases include airlines, hotels/motels, timeshares, campgrounds, car rentals, cruise lines, travel agencies (online and traditional), discount travel sites, trains, buses, taxis, limousines, and ferries. The purchase must be coded in Barclays' travel merchant category—specific merchant coding may vary.
When you redeem Arrival miles for travel statement credits, you automatically receive 5% of the redeemed miles back into your account. For example, redeem 10,000 miles for a $100 flight credit, and you'll get 500 miles back. This effectively boosts your earning rate from 2x to 2.1x miles per dollar.
Yes, you can use Arrival miles to offset part of a travel purchase rather than covering the full cost. For example, if you have a $300 hotel stay, you can redeem 10,000 miles to take $100 off, paying the remaining $200 out of pocket.
The Arrival Plus has been closed to new applicants at various times historically. Check current availability on Barclays' website or through card comparison sites. Existing cardholders can continue earning and redeeming Arrival miles even when the card is not open to new applications.
Miles to Memories review analyzing the Arrival Plus as a flexible travel rewards option.
WalletHub's review highlighting the first-year annual fee waiver and travel rewards earning for frequent travelers.
The Points Guy's analysis of the Arrival Plus' 2x miles earning on all purchases and flexible travel redemption.
Reddit discussion in r/CreditCards about the Arrival Plus card's ongoing value for existing cardholders.
Comprehensive review explaining the Arrival Plus' status as a closed card and its flexible travel redemption options.
In-depth review by Brian Graham covering the card's 2x points earning, $89 annual fee, and travel benefits.
Holly Johnson's detailed analysis of the Arrival Plus' rewards structure and value proposition for travelers.
Doctor of Credit's review focused on annual fee value and travel spending benefits analysis.
SuperMoney's aggregated reviews and ratings for the Arrival Plus card with user feedback.
One Mile at a Time's perspective on using Arrival Plus miles for flexible travel expense redemption.
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Estimated annual value: $95
| Credit | Value | Category | Frequency | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10/mo Instacart+ | — | Delivery | — | |
| $5 Lyft + airport savings | — | Transit & Rideshare | — | |
| $3/mo Peacock | — | Streaming | — | |
| $2.50/mo transit | — | Transit & Rideshare | — |
Complimentary HealthLock membership monitors for medical identity fraud, prescription fraud, and unauthorized insurance claims.
Monitor surface and dark web for compromised credentials with real-time alerts and resolution services included.
Mastercard World Elite benefit provides accidental death and dismemberment coverage while traveling
0Mastercard World Elite benefit protects new purchases against damage or theft within 120 days
0Protection for cell phone damage or theft with $50 deductible and up to $1,000 annual limit.
Deductible: 50
Lock your card instantly, set transaction limits, and block purchase categories via the Barclays app
Arrival Plus reduced minimum redemption from 10,000 miles ($100) to 5,000 miles ($50) for travel purchases of $100+.
Temporary promotion allowing 1¢/mile redemptions for gas, grocery, and restaurant purchases ended.
| Route / Property | Points | Book With | Cabin/Type | Value / Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Award Ticket Taxes & Fuel Surcharges | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Vacation Rentals (Airbnb, VRBO) | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Cruise Onboard Expenses | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Train Travel | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Theme Park Packages | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Car Rentals | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Boutique & Non-Chain Hotels | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Hotel Incidental Charges | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Tours & Excursions | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Last-Minute Domestic Economy Flights | 10,000 | — | — | — |
Credit Utilization (60%)
Excludes earning value, lounge access, insurance, and elite status
Total Value Captured
$0
Annual Fee
-$89
Net Annual Value
-$89
No, Arrival miles are not transferable to airline or hotel loyalty programs. The program rules explicitly state miles may not be assigned, transferred, or pledged. Redemption is limited to statement credits for travel purchases, cash back, gift cards, or merchandise.
Qualifying travel purchases include airlines, hotels/motels, timeshares, campgrounds, car rentals, cruise lines, travel agencies (online and traditional), discount travel sites, trains, buses, taxis, limousines, and ferries. The purchase must be coded in Barclays' travel merchant category—specific merchant coding may vary.
When you redeem Arrival miles for travel statement credits, you automatically receive 5% of the redeemed miles back into your account. For example, redeem 10,000 miles for a $100 flight credit, and you'll get 500 miles back. This effectively boosts your earning rate from 2x to 2.1x miles per dollar.
Yes, you can use Arrival miles to offset part of a travel purchase rather than covering the full cost. For example, if you have a $300 hotel stay, you can redeem 10,000 miles to take $100 off, paying the remaining $200 out of pocket.
The Arrival Plus has been closed to new applicants at various times historically. Check current availability on Barclays' website or through card comparison sites. Existing cardholders can continue earning and redeeming Arrival miles even when the card is not open to new applications.
Miles to Memories review analyzing the Arrival Plus as a flexible travel rewards option.
WalletHub's review highlighting the first-year annual fee waiver and travel rewards earning for frequent travelers.
The Points Guy's analysis of the Arrival Plus' 2x miles earning on all purchases and flexible travel redemption.
Reddit discussion in r/CreditCards about the Arrival Plus card's ongoing value for existing cardholders.
Comprehensive review explaining the Arrival Plus' status as a closed card and its flexible travel redemption options.
In-depth review by Brian Graham covering the card's 2x points earning, $89 annual fee, and travel benefits.
Holly Johnson's detailed analysis of the Arrival Plus' rewards structure and value proposition for travelers.
Doctor of Credit's review focused on annual fee value and travel spending benefits analysis.
SuperMoney's aggregated reviews and ratings for the Arrival Plus card with user feedback.
One Mile at a Time's perspective on using Arrival Plus miles for flexible travel expense redemption.
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