BMO

BMO CashBack Mastercard

Start with up to 5% cash back in the first 3 months.

Annual fee
$0
Reward type
Cash Back
Typical credit · 660+
BMO CashBack Mastercard🛒 Grocery Cashback

Welcome bonus

New cardmembers can earn up to 5% cash back in the first 3 months by completing the steps below.

How to earn it

  • Up to 5% cash backEarn up to 5% cash back on eligible purchases during the first 3 months from account opening.

Available to new BMO CashBack Mastercard cardholders who meet the offer requirements. Existing terms and exclusions apply as outlined by BMO.

How you earn

  • 3% cash back on eligible grocery purchases
  • 1% cash back on recurring bill payments
  • 0.5% cash back on all other eligible purchases
  • Cash back rewards never expire while the account remains open and in good standing
  • Redeem cash back anytime starting from as little as $1
  • Redeem cash back as a statement credit, deposit to an eligible BMO account, or contribution to InvestorLine

Built-in perks & coverage

No Annual Fee

Pay no annual fee while still earning accelerated cash back on everyday spending categories.

Cash Back Flexibility

Redeem cash back at any time starting from as little as $1 as a statement credit, deposit to an eligible BMO account, or contribution to InvestorLine.

Cash Back Never Expires

Cash back rewards do not expire as long as the account remains open and in good standing.

Instacart+ Membership

Receive three complimentary months of Instacart+ membership when enrolled with an eligible BMO credit card.

Monthly Instacart Credit

Receive a $5 monthly Instacart credit after enrolling an eligible BMO credit card.

Extended Warranty Insurance

Doubles the original manufacturer's warranty period on eligible purchases for up to one additional year.

Purchase Security Insurance

Eligible items purchased with the card are protected against theft or damage for 90 days from the purchase date.

Zero Liability Protection

Protection against unauthorized transactions resulting from fraudulent use of the card.

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Mastercard Identity Check

Additional authentication security when shopping online at participating merchants.

BMO Alerts

Customizable alerts for transactions, large purchases, international usage, and account activity.

Credit Coach Access

Free access to BMO Credit Coach for credit score monitoring with no impact on your credit score.

Card Management Tools

Lock or unlock your card, report it lost or stolen, and manage account security through BMO digital banking.

Car Rental Discounts

Access discounts on eligible car rentals through Mastercard benefits.

The verdict

What we like

  • No annual fee
  • Strong grocery cash back rate
  • Flexible cash back redemption options
  • Cash back rewards never expire
  • Complimentary Instacart+ membership
  • Purchase protection and extended warranty coverage

Worth noting

  • Low base earn rate on non-bonus spending
  • Limited insurance coverage
  • Foreign transaction fees apply
  • Monthly spending caps on bonus categories

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