BMO

BMO CashBack World Elite Mastercard

Start with up to $650 in value + first year annual fee waiver.

Annual fee
$139
Reward type
Cash Back
Income required
$80,000

personal · or $150,000 household

Typical credit · 660+
BMO CashBack World Elite Mastercard🛒 5% Groceries

Welcome bonus

New cardmembers can earn up to $650 in value + first year annual fee waiver by completing the steps below.

How to earn it

  • $40 cash back per month (up to $480 total)Spend at least $2,000 in each monthly statement period during the first year.
  • $139 annual fee rebateMaintain an approved account; first year annual fee waived.
  • $75 roadside assistance valueRoadside assistance benefit included with the card.

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

How you earn

  • 5% cash back on eligible grocery purchases
  • 4% cash back on eligible transit purchases, including ride sharing, taxis, and public transportation
  • 3% cash back on eligible gas purchases and electric vehicle charging
  • 2% cash back on eligible recurring bill payments
  • 1% 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

Roadside Assistance

Complimentary roadside assistance coverage including battery boosts, flat tire changes, lockout service, fuel delivery, and towing.

Emergency Medical Insurance

Out-of-province and out-of-country emergency medical coverage of up to $5 million for eligible trips of up to 8 days.

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.

Instacart+ Membership

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

Monthly Instacart Credit

Receive a $10 monthly Instacart credit after enrolling an eligible BMO credit card.

Flexible Cash Back Redemptions

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.

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Automatic Cash Back Deposits

Set up automatic cash back deposits starting at $25 into eligible BMO accounts.

Credit Card Balance Protection

Optional coverage available that can provide up to $20,000 in credit card balance protection.

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.

The verdict

What we like

  • Industry-leading cash back rates
  • Complimentary roadside assistance
  • Comprehensive insurance coverage
  • Strong first-year value
  • Flexible cash back redemptions
  • Annual fee rebate with Premium Chequing Account

Worth noting

  • High income requirements
  • Annual fee after the first year
  • Foreign transaction fees apply
  • Monthly spending caps on bonus categories

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