Offer Extended: 70,000 points with RBC Avion Visa Infinite Privilege Card

RBC’s luxury travel credit card, the RBC Avion Visa Infinite Privilege Card, has extended its highest signup bonus offer until January 15, 2025. Avion points are some of the most flexible and transferable travel points for casual and frequent travellers. I enjoy the simplicity of redeeming Avion points, whether to purchase a flight ticket at a fixed rate, transfer it to another loyalty program, or use it as statement credit with a simple conversion rate. The current offer of up to 70,000 Avion points* is worth at least $1500 (using fixed-rate redemption) – let’s take a closer look;

RBC Avion Visa Infinite Privilege Card  – Apply Now

• Eligibility: Personal income of $200,000 or a minimum household income of $200,000
• Annual Fee: $399
• Welcome Bonus: up to 70,000 Avion Points* (Apply by January 15, 2025)
  • 35,000 points on approval*
  • 20,000 bonus points when you spend $5,000 in your first six months*
  • 15,000 one-time anniversary bonus points*
• Earning Rate:
  • 1.25 Avion points for every dollar spent*
• Additional Benefits:
  • Six complimentary global airport lounge access passes through the Visa Airport Companion Program and security fast-track lanes at select Canadian airports*
  • 2X the redemption value on your Avion points when booking first or business class by redeeming Avion points at 100 points = $2.00*
  • 12-month complimentary DashPass subscription – Enjoy a $0 delivery fee on DoorDash orders of $12 or more by simply linking the RBC card to the account
  • Link your RBC card with a Petro-Points membership to instantly save 3₵ per litre on fuel at Petro-Canada stations and earn 20% more Petro-Points and 20% more Avion points
  • Extensive Insurance Coverage
    • Trip cancellation and Trip interruption insurance
    • Out of Province/Country Emergency Medical Insurance
    • Emergency Purchases and Flight Delay Insurance
    • Travel Accident Insurance
    • Auto Rental Collision/Loss Damage Insurance
    • Hotel/Motel Burglary Insurance
    • Purchase Security and Extended Warranty Insurance
    • Mobile Device Insurance included – up to $1,500
  • Luxury Visa Infinite benefits such as first-in-line service for exclusive events and hotel and dining exclusives via www.visainfinite.ca
  • The Avion Collection: Access to a catalogue of exclusive experiences, offers and savings across many areas of interest

*Refer to the RBC page for up-to-date offer terms and conditions

• Redeeming RBC Rewards points
  • Ultimate flexibility: Avion cardholders can redeem for travel at fixed rates – any airline, flight, or time. No blackouts or seat restrictions, even during peak peak seasons;
    • Quick Getaways (Within or to an adjacent province/territory, including US states) = 15,000 points(Max Ticket Price* $350)
    • Explore North America (Anywhere in Canada/US except Hawaii and Alaska) = 35,000 points (Max Ticket Price* $750)
    • Holiday Destinations (Western Canada/US to Mexico, Hawaii, Alaska. Eastern Canada to Bermuda, Central America, Caribbean) = 45,000 points (Max Ticket Price* $900)
    • Take a Vacation (Eastern Canada/US to Mexico, Hawaii, Alaska. Western Canada to Bermuda, Central America, Caribbean) = 55,000 points (Max Ticket Price* $1100)
    • Visit Europe (Major gateway in Canada/US to destinations in Europe) = 65,000 points (Max Ticket Price* $1300)
    • See the World (Major gateway in Canada/US to destinations in Asia, Australia, New Zealand, South Pacific, Middle East, Africa, and South America)= 100,000 points (Max Ticket Price* $2000)*Excluding applicable taxes, surcharges and fees.
  • Convert RBC rewards points to other loyalty programs – with a 70,000 bonus, you can convert as follows;
    • 70,000 British Airways Avios
    • 70,000 Cathay Pacific Asia miles
    • 49,000 American Airlines AAdvantage miles
    • 700 WestJet Dollars
  • Simple Conversion Rate: Avion cardholders can also redeem for all types of travel, including flights, additional fees and other travel options, using this simple conversion: 100 points = $1 CAD
  • Use points for paying bills and paying your card balance to redeem for Gift Cards and Merchandise.

Take Away

With a conservative estimate, the $70,000 bonus is worth at least $1500 (using fixed-rate redemption). The RBC Avion Visa Infinite Privilege Card offers ultimate redemption flexibility, and I appreciate a card that allows you to earn and burn without the mental gymnastics of complicated redemptions. For the maximum value, you can align your Avion points for the next RBC ‘Avion to Avios’ transfer bonus promotion to leverage flight redemption in premium cabins internationally.