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BMO Eclipse Visa Infinite

Start with up to $1,150 in value including up to 70,000 bonus points.

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Annual fee
$120

First year free

Reward type
BMO Points
Welcome offer
1,150 pts

Current new-cardmember offer

Insurance
Not listed

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$120cash rebate*BMO Eclipse Visa Infinite⛽ Best Gas Card
The ClearFin bottom line

⛽ Best Gas Card

Its strongest published earn rate in our data is 3.3% on dining. The $120 annual fee should be weighed against the rewards and benefits you expect to use.

Checked 2026-08-09 · Official issuer catalogue

Welcome bonus

Up to $1,150 in value including up to 70,000 bonus points

How to earn it

  • 40,000 bonus pointsSpend at least $3,000 within the first 3 months after account opening.
  • 30,000 bonus pointsSpend at least $2,000 in each monthly statement period from month 4 through month 12.
  • Up to $240 in streaming creditsReceive a $20 monthly streaming subscription statement credit during the first year when eligible spending requirements are met.
  • First-year annual fee waiverThe $120 annual fee is waived for the first year.
  • $50 Anniversary Lifestyle CreditReceive a $50 lifestyle statement credit after meeting the anniversary credit requirements.
Offer details

Available to new BMO eclipse Visa Infinite cardholders who meet the offer requirements. Existing BMO Rewards credit cardholders and previous cardholders may not be eligible for the welcome offer. Terms and conditions apply.

How you earn

  • 5 BMO Rewards points per $1 spent on eligible groceries
  • 5 BMO Rewards points per $1 spent on eligible gas and transit purchases
  • 5 BMO Rewards points per $1 spent on eligible dining purchases
  • 5 BMO Rewards points per $1 spent on eligible takeout and food delivery purchases
  • 1 BMO Rewards point per $1 spent on all other eligible purchases
  • Earn 10% more points on all purchases when an authorized user is added to the account
  • Redeem BMO Rewards points for travel, merchandise, gift cards, investments, statement credits, and more
Costs and requirements

Fees & eligibility

Confirm final approval criteria and current rates directly with the issuer.

Annual fee$120First year free
Purchase interest21.99%
Cash advance interest23.99%
Foreign transaction fee2.5%
Income requirement$60,000Issuer approval criteria apply
Household income$100,000Alternative minimum
Recommended credit score660+ Good to Very Good

Applicants typically have the strongest approval odds with a good to very good credit profile that aligns with the card's premium positioning and minimum income requirements.

ClearFin estimate on Canada's 300–900 scale. This is not an issuer cutoff or approval guarantee; lenders may use different bureau scores and underwriting criteria. This is an estimated approval range based on industry data, cardholder reports, and the card's Visa Infinite income requirements. BMO does not publish a minimum credit score requirement, and approval decisions consider additional factors such as income, credit history, existing debt, and payment history.

Reward limits: The accelerated 5x earn categories are subject to an annual spending cap. Eligible grocery, dining, gas, transit, takeout, and food delivery purchases earn 5 BMO Rewards points per $1 spent up to the published annual limit. Purchases above the cap and all other eligible purchases earn 1 BMO Rewards point per $1 spent.

Earning cap

Using your rewards

Redemption options

Redemption values and availability may vary by option and can change.

Use eligible BMO Rewards points for travel, merchandise, gift cards, investments, or statement credits available through the program.

Redemption values and minimums vary by option; review the current BMO Rewards terms before choosing a redemption.

Beyond the points

Benefits that come with the card

Consider these extras by the value they add to purchases and experiences you already use.

Annual Lifestyle Credit

Receive a $50 statement credit every year that can be used toward eligible purchases.

First-Year Annual Fee Waiver

The $120 annual fee is waived for the first year as part of the welcome offer.

Emergency Medical Insurance

Out-of-province and out-of-country emergency medical coverage of up to $5 million per insured person for eligible trips of up to 15 consecutive days.

Common Carrier Insurance

Coverage for accidental death or dismemberment while traveling on eligible common carriers when the fare is charged to the card.

Rental Car Collision and Loss Damage Insurance

Coverage for eligible rental vehicles when the full rental cost is charged to the card and coverage requirements are met.

Mobile Device Insurance

Up to $1,000 of protection against loss, theft, or accidental damage for eligible mobile devices purchased with the card.

Extended Warranty Insurance

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

Purchase Security Insurance

Eligible purchases are protected against theft or accidental damage for 90 days from the purchase date.

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Visa Infinite Luxury Hotel Collection

Access premium hotel benefits including perks such as complimentary breakfast and other participating property privileges.

Visa Infinite Concierge

Access to a dedicated concierge service for travel, dining, entertainment, and lifestyle assistance.

Visa Infinite Dining Series

Access to exclusive dining experiences, culinary events, and restaurant offers through Visa Infinite.

Troon Golf Benefits

Enjoy discounts at participating Troon golf courses and resorts worldwide.

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.

Authorized User Bonus

Earn 10% more BMO Rewards points on purchases when an authorized user is added to the account.

Car Rental Discounts

Save up to 30% with Avis and up to 35% with Budget on eligible prepaid car rentals, with minimum discounts available on standard bookings.

Visa Secure Protection

Additional online purchase security and fraud protection through Visa Secure.

Card Management Tools

Lock or unlock your card, manage alerts, and report lost or stolen cards through BMO Digital Banking.

Protection included

Insurance at a glance

No included coverage is verified in ClearFin's current catalogue.

Insurance is not currently listed for this product.

This does not prove that coverage is unavailable. Confirm the issuer's current certificate and benefit guide before relying on protection.

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The verdict

What we like

  • Generous rewards earning rates
  • Annual lifestyle credit
  • Bonus points with authorized users
  • First-year annual fee waiver
  • Comprehensive travel and purchase insurance
  • Visa Infinite travel and lifestyle benefits

Worth noting

  • Low point redemption value
  • High income requirements
  • Limited travel insurance coverage
  • Foreign transaction fees apply
ClearFin analysis

Our detailed review

A practical reading of where the card earns, what the fee buys, and which limits matter.

⛽ Best Gas Card

5x BMO Rewards points per $1 on groceries, gas, transit & dining. 1x on everything else.

How the rewards work

Dining, Groceries, Gas receive the strongest estimated return at 3.3%. Purchases outside the accelerated categories earn an estimated 0.67%.

What the annual cost means

Using the strongest estimated category return alone, roughly $3,650 in annual spending at that rate would equal the $120 fee before considering the value of insurance, partner benefits, or a welcome offer.

Who it may suit

This card is most relevant for someone who spends consistently on dining and groceries and can use enough of the included value to justify the yearly cost.

What to examine before applying

Compare the purchase interest rate, foreign-transaction fee, approval requirements, reward limits, and insurance certificates. Pay particular attention to merchant-category rules because a store may not receive the reward rate its products appear to suggest.

Issuer terms apply. ClearFin is not affiliated with this provider. How we make money. Card facts were checked against the issuer's official source. The issuer's current catalogue was checked. Any field not explicitly listed remains marked as unverified rather than estimated.