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PenFed Credit Union · Visa

PenFed Pathfinder® Rewards Visa Signature® Card

Travel Premium 50,000 Points Bonus No Foreign Fees
$95 Annual Fee
17.99% Variable Purchase APR
50,000 Welcome Bonus
720+ Recommended FICO
Points Reward Type
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Welcome Bonus

50,000 Points
Welcome Bonus
Spend $3,000 in the first 90 days

Rewards

Reward TypePoints
Base Rate1.5x / 1.5%
Bonus RateUp to 4x
Point Value~0.01¢ each
ExpirationPoints expire 5 years after they are earned
Redemption NotesCash back redemption is not available; points may only be redeemed for travel, gift cards, merchandise, experiences, or charity donations through the PenFed Rewards Center, and point values vary dynamically by redemption option.
CategoryRateTypeCap
Travel
Earned on all travel category purchases (airfare, hotels, car rentals, cruises, tolls, bus lines, taxis, rideshare) for PenFed Honors Advantage members only.
4x Points No cap
Travel
Earned on all travel category purchases (airfare, hotels, car rentals, cruises, tolls, bus lines, taxis, rideshare) for non-Honors Advantage cardholders.
3x Points No cap
Dining
Earned on all dining category purchases for PenFed Honors Advantage members only.
3x Points No cap
Dining
Earned on all dining category purchases for non-Honors Advantage cardholders.
2x Points No cap
All Other Purchases
Flat 1.5 points per dollar earned on all non-bonus purchases for all cardholders regardless of Honors Advantage status.
1.5x Points No cap

Benefits & Protections

No Foreign Fees
Airport Lounge
Travel Insurance
Cell Phone Protection
Extended Warranty
Trip Delay Coverage
Concierge Service
Global Entry $120
TSA PreCheck $85
BenefitCategoryValue / Coverage
Annual Air Travel Ancillary Credit
Cardholders receive up to $100 in annual statement credits for domestic air ancillary travel expenses, including baggage fees, lounge access, and onboard food and drinks.
Credits Up to $100/year
Up to $100
Global Entry Application Fee Credit
Cardholders receive a statement credit of up to $120 toward the Global Entry application fee when charged to the card, available once every four years.
Credits Up to $120 every 4 years
Up to $120
TSA PreCheck Application Fee Credit
Cardholders receive a statement credit of up to $85 toward the TSA PreCheck application fee when charged to the card, available once every four years.
Credits Up to $85 every 4 years
Up to $85
0% Intro APR on Balance Transfers
New cardholders receive a 12-month 0% introductory APR on balance transfers; after the promotional period, the standard variable APR of 17.99% applies. A 3% balance transfer fee applies.
Financial 0% for 12 months
No Annual Fee for Honors Advantage Members
PenFed Honors Advantage members (active-duty military, veterans, or those with a PenFed Access America checking account) have the $95 annual fee waived entirely.
Financial $95 annual fee waived
Up to $95
No Foreign Transaction Fees
The card charges no foreign transaction fees on purchases made outside the United States, making it suitable for international travel and purchases.
Financial $0 foreign transaction fee
Up to $0
SCRA Interest Rate Reduction
Eligible active-duty servicemembers may receive a reduced APR of 6% on pre-service balances under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act by contacting PenFed.
Financial 6% APR cap for active-duty servicemembers
Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver
When the full rental cost is charged to the card and primary insurance is declined, cardholders are protected for physical damage, theft, reasonable towing charges, and loss-of-use charges on eligible rental vehicles.
Insurance Complimentary
Cell Phone Protection
Cardholders receive cell phone protection coverage when they pay their monthly cell phone bill with the PenFed Pathfinder card, covering damage or theft of the phone.
Insurance Complimentary
Extended Warranty Protection
Eligible purchases made with the card receive an extension of the original manufacturer's warranty on qualifying items.
Insurance Complimentary
Travel Accident Insurance
Cardholders are covered by travel accident insurance for eligible purchases of air, bus, train, or cruise tickets charged to the card.
Insurance Complimentary
Visa Signature Concierge Service
Cardholders have 24/7 access to Visa Signature Concierge service for assistance with travel bookings, dining reservations, event tickets, and other personal requests.
Lifestyle Complimentary
Enhanced Travel Rewards for Honors Advantage Members
PenFed Honors Advantage members earn 4x points per dollar on all travel category purchases and 3x points per dollar on dining, compared to 3x travel and 2x dining for non-members.
Rewards 4x points on travel, 3x on dining
24/7 Fraud Monitoring
PenFed monitors card accounts around the clock and will notify cardholders via text, email, or phone if potentially suspicious or fraudulent transactions are detected.
Security Complimentary
Visa Zero Liability Protection
Cardholders are not held responsible for unauthorized charges made with their card or account information, provided fraud is reported promptly.
Security Complimentary
Priority Pass Select Airport Lounge Access
Cardholders receive a complimentary Priority Pass Select annual membership providing access to 1,200+ VIP airport lounges worldwide; lounge visit fees apply per visit.
Travel Complimentary membership
Roadside Dispatch
Cardholders have access to Visa's pay-per-use roadside assistance program providing pre-negotiated rates for towing, tire changing, jump-starting, and other roadside services.
Travel Pay-per-use (no membership fee)
Trip Delay Reimbursement
When a trip is delayed more than 12 hours, cardholders are reimbursed for reasonable expenses (meals, lodging, etc.) up to $300 per purchased ticket.
Travel Up to $300 per ticket
Up to $300
Visa Signature Luxury Hotel Collection
Cardholders have access to a curated collection of luxury hotels worldwide with exclusive benefits, upgrades, and premium offers through the Visa Signature Luxury Hotel Collection.
Travel Complimentary

Interest Rates

0%
Intro BT APR for 12 months
Purchase APR17.99% Variable
Balance Transfer APR17.99%

Fees

Annual Fee $95
Authorized User FeeFree
Foreign Transaction FeeNone
Balance Transfer Fee3% (minimum $5)

Approval & Eligibility

720 Recommended minimum FICO · Range 720–850
300 Poor580 Fair 670 Good740 Very Good 800+ Exceptional
Approval DifficultyModerate
Credit ProfileVery Good
Approval OddsGood
Decision TimeInstant
Pre-QualificationAvailable (no hard pull)
Student EligibleYes
Business EligibleNo
Credit Limit Range $5,000 – No limit listed

Issuer Rules & Restrictions

Shutdown Risk Triggers
Excessive credit applications in a short period, suspected manufactured spending, large or unusual cash advances, high utilization across all PenFed accounts
International Friendly
This card works well for international travel and transactions.
Additional Issuer Rules
PenFed does not publish a formal card-family bonus restriction or velocity rule equivalent to Chase 5/24, but PenFed Credit Union membership is required before applying and a savings account with a $5 deposit must be opened if not already a member. The 50,000-point welcome bonus requires $3,000 in purchases within the first 90 days of account opening and is available to new cardholders; community reports suggest PenFed may deny applications if a similar card bonus was recently received, though no official cooling-off period is publicly documented. Honors Advantage membership — through eligible military service or a PenFed Access America checking account — is required to unlock the fee waiver and elevated 4x travel and 3x dining earn rates.
Military & Hardship
MLA Compliant
Complies with the Military Lending Act (36% APR cap for active duty servicemembers).
SCRA Benefits
PenFed provides a reduced APR of 6% on credit card balances for eligible active-duty servicemembers under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act; PenFed Honors Advantage members (active-duty military and honorably discharged veterans) also receive enhanced rewards earning rates and waived annual fees.
Hardship Program
Hardship program available.
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Welcome Bonus 50,000 Points
APR 17.99% Variable
Quick Summary
Annual Fee $95
RewardsPoints
Welcome Bonus50,000 Points
Foreign FeesNone
Min. FICO720+
NetworkVisa
Card TypeTravel
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