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HSBC Premier World Elite Mastercard® credit card

Credit Premier World Elite 50,000 Points Bonus No Foreign Fees
$450 Annual Fee
19.24%–26.24% Variable Purchase APR
50,000 Welcome Bonus
740+ Recommended FICO
Points Reward Type
Browse Cards HSBC HSBC Premier World Elite Mastercard® credit card

Welcome Bonus

50,000 Points
Welcome Bonus
Spend $4,000 in the first 90 days
Bonus Posted The 50,000 Bonus Points will be credited to your account approximately 8 to 12 weeks after you have met the spend requirement.

Rewards

Reward TypePoints
Base Rate1x / 1%
Bonus RateUp to 3x
Point Value~0.01¢ each
Travel Portal1x
ExpirationPoints do not expire as long as your account is open and in good standing.
Redemption NotesCash back redemption value may vary.
CategoryRateTypeCap
Travel
New travel purchases, including flights, hotels, car rentals, and more.
3x Points No cap
Dining
New dining purchases.
2x Points No cap
All Other Purchases
All other purchases.
1x Points No cap

Benefits & Protections

No Foreign Fees
Airport Lounge
Travel Insurance
Purchase Protection
Extended Warranty
Trip Delay Coverage
Lost Luggage Coverage
Concierge Service
BenefitCategoryValue / Coverage
Priority Pass Select Lounge Access
Complimentary membership to Priority Pass Select, providing access to over 1,000 airport lounges worldwide.
Airport Access Complimentary membership
Extended Warranty
Extends the original manufacturer's warranty for eligible items purchased with the card by up to an additional 1 year on warranties of 3 years or less.
Purchase Protection Up to $10,000 per claim, up to $50,000 per cardholder account per 12-month period
Up to $10,000
Purchase Protection
Reimburses for eligible items purchased with the card that are stolen or accidentally damaged within 90 days of purchase.
Purchase Protection Up to $1,000 per claim, up to $50,000 per cardholder account per 12-month period
Up to $1,000
Dining Rewards Earning
Earn 2 points for every $1 spent on eligible dining purchases.
Rewards 2X points per $1
Everyday Rewards Earning
Earn 1 point for every $1 spent on all other eligible purchases.
Rewards 1X point per $1
Points Redemption Options
Redeem earned points for various options including travel, gift cards, or statement credits.
Rewards Multiple options
Travel Rewards Earning
Earn 3 points for every $1 spent on eligible travel purchases, including flights, hotels, and car rentals.
Rewards 3X points per $1
Welcome Bonus Offer
Earn 50,000 bonus points after spending $4,000 on purchases within the first 3 months from account opening.
Rewards 50,000 bonus points
Cell Phone Protection
Reimburses for damage to or theft of an eligible cell phone when the monthly cell phone bill is paid with the card. Subject to a $50 deductible.
Security Up to $800 per claim, 2 claims per 12-month period, max $1,000 per 12-month period
Up to $800
EMV Chip Technology
Enhanced security for in-store purchases with embedded EMV chip technology.
Security Enhanced security
Fraud Monitoring
Proactive monitoring of your account for suspicious or fraudulent activity.
Security Proactive monitoring
Zero Liability Protection
You are not held responsible for unauthorized purchases made with your card.
Security Full protection
No Foreign Transaction Fees
Avoid fees on purchases made outside the U.S.
Travel 0% foreign transaction fee
Baggage Delay Insurance
Reimburses for the emergency purchase of essential items when checked baggage is delayed or misdirected for more than 4 hours.
Travel Insurance Up to $100 per day for up to 3 days
Up to $300
Lost Luggage Reimbursement
Reimburses for the actual cost of replacing lost or stolen luggage and its contents.
Travel Insurance Up to $3,000 per covered person per trip
Up to $3,000
Rental Car Collision Damage Waiver
Provides secondary coverage for physical damage and theft of most rental vehicles when the eligible card is used to pay for the entire rental and the rental company's CDW is declined.
Travel Insurance Up to $50,000
Up to $50,000
Travel Accident Insurance
Provides coverage for accidental death or dismemberment while traveling on a common carrier when the entire fare has been charged to the eligible card.
Travel Insurance Up to $1,000,000
Up to $1,000,000
Trip Cancellation/Interruption Insurance
Reimburses non-refundable passenger fares if a trip is cancelled or interrupted for covered reasons.
Travel Insurance Up to $5,000 per covered traveler, up to $10,000 per trip
Up to $10,000

Interest Rates

Purchase APR19.24%–26.24% Variable
Cash Advance APR29.99%
Penalty APR29.99%
Min. Interest Charge$2

Fees

Annual Fee $450
Authorized User FeeFree
Foreign Transaction FeeNone
Balance Transfer FeeEither $5 or 4% of the amount of each balance transfer, whichever is greater.
Cash Advance FeeEither $10 or 5% of the amount of each cash advance, whichever is greater.
Late Payment FeeUp to $40
Returned Payment FeeUp to $40

Approval & Eligibility

740 Recommended minimum FICO · Range 740–850
300 Poor580 Fair 670 Good740 Very Good 800+ Exceptional
Approval DifficultyDifficult
Credit ProfileExcellent
Approval OddsExcellent
Decision Time5-7 days
Pre-QualificationNot available
Student EligibleNo
Business EligibleNo

Issuer Rules & Restrictions

Maximum Cards per Issuer
You can hold up to 3 cards from this issuer simultaneously.
Shutdown Risk Triggers
Manufactured spending, excessive credit limit utilization across HSBC accounts, rapid and unusual spending patterns, repeated abuse of welcome bonuses, failure to maintain the required HSBC Premier banking relationship, significant adverse changes in credit profile (e.g., bankruptcy, high debt-to-income ratio).
Cliff Effect Rules
HSBC does not typically enforce strict 'card family' rules or 'once per lifetime' bonus restrictions similar to other major issuers. However, repeated applications for the same product within a short timeframe (e.g., 24 months) may result in bonus denial or application rejection.
International Friendly
This card works well for international travel and transactions.
Additional Issuer Rules
For 2026, the HSBC Premier credit card continues to require an active HSBC Premier banking relationship. Eligibility for Premier banking typically involves maintaining a combined balance of $200,000 in HSBC deposit and investment accounts, or qualifying direct deposits totaling at least $5,000 per month, or an HSBC US residential mortgage loan with an original loan amount of at least $500,000. Application for the credit card is subject to standard creditworthiness checks, including credit history and income verification. A typical welcome bonus might offer 50,000 bonus points after spending $4,000 within the first 3 months of account opening. HSBC generally allows new card applications, but excessive applications within a short period may lead to denial.
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$450
Annual Fee
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Welcome Bonus 50,000 Points
APR 19.24%–26.24% Variable
Quick Summary
Annual Fee $450
RewardsPoints
Welcome Bonus50,000 Points
Foreign FeesNone
Min. FICO740+
NetworkMastercard
Card TypeCredit
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