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✈️ Porter Elite
Its strongest published earn rate in our data is 2.0% on dining. The $199 annual fee should be weighed against the rewards and benefits you expect to use.
Checked 2026-08-09 · Official issuer catalogueIndependent ClearFin review · BMO
BMO VIPorter World Elite Mastercard
Start with up to 70,000 VIPorter Points + Round-Trip Companion Pass, worth about $2,400.
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- Annual fee
- $199
- Reward type
- VIPorter Points
- Welcome offer
- 70,000 pts
- Insurance
- Not listed
First year free
Current new-cardmember offer
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Limited offer$200cash rebate*
✈️ Porter Elite
✈️ Porter Elite
Welcome bonus
Up to 70,000 VIPorter Points + Round-Trip Companion PassEstimated value: $2,400
How to earn it
- 30,000 VIPorter pointsSpend $5,000 within the first 110 days after account opening.
- 40,000 VIPorter pointsSpend an additional $18,000 within the first 180 days after account opening.
- Round-trip companion passMeet the qualifying spend requirements associated with the welcome offer.
- First-year annual fee rebateAnnual fee waived for the first year.
Offer details
Available to new cardholders who meet the offer requirements. Existing account holders and previous cardholders may not be eligible. Account must remain open and in good standing.
How you earn
- 3 VIPorter points per $1 spent on eligible Porter purchases
- 2 VIPorter points per $1 spent on gas and transportation purchases
- 2 VIPorter points per $1 spent on grocery purchases
- 2 VIPorter points per $1 spent on dining purchases
- 2 VIPorter points per $1 spent on hotel accommodation purchases
- 1 VIPorter point per $1 spent on all other eligible purchases
Costs and requirements
Fees & eligibility
Confirm final approval criteria and current rates directly with the issuer.
Annual fee$199First year free
Purchase interest21.99%
Cash advance interest23.99%
Foreign transaction fee2.5%
Income requirement$80,000Issuer approval criteria apply
Household income$150,000Alternative minimum
Recommended credit score660+ Good
Applicants typically have the strongest approval odds with a good credit profile. Because this is a World Elite Mastercard with significant income requirements, successful applicants often have established credit histories and responsible credit management.
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560Fair
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760Excellent
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 and cardholder reports. BMO does not publish a minimum credit score requirement, and approval decisions consider additional factors such as income, credit history, existing debt, payment history, and overall creditworthiness. Applicants must also meet the card's minimum income requirements.
Reward limits: The BMO VIPorter World Elite Mastercard does not publish any annual or monthly spending caps on VIPorter point earning categories. Cardholders earn 3 VIPorter points per $1 on Porter purchases, 2 VIPorter points per $1 on gas and transportation, groceries, dining, and hotel accommodations, and 1 VIPorter point per $1 on all other eligible purchases with no disclosed category spending limits.
Using your rewards
Redemption options
Redemption values and availability may vary by option and can change.
Redeem the card's rewards through the issuer's current rewards program.
Available options, minimums, transfer access, and redemption values vary; confirm the current program terms before applying.
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 Round-Trip Companion Pass
Receive a round-trip companion pass each year, allowing a companion to travel on an eligible Porter itinerary at a reduced fare.
Complimentary Checked Bag
Receive one complimentary checked bag on eligible Porter flights for the primary cardholder and eligible travel companions on the same booking.
Complimentary Carry-On Bag
Receive one complimentary carry-on bag on all Porter fare types, helping reduce travel costs.
Free PorterClassic Seat Selection
Select eligible PorterClassic seats at no additional cost when travelling on qualifying Porter flights.
Avid Traveller Status
Primary cardholders and authorized users automatically receive VIPorter Avid Traveller status, unlocking enhanced Porter travel benefits.
Dedicated Check-In
Access dedicated Porter check-in counters for a faster airport experience.
Early Boarding
Enjoy priority boarding on eligible Porter flights, allowing earlier access to overhead storage and seating.
Priority Re-Accommodation
Receive priority assistance and rebooking support during eligible Porter flight disruptions and delays.
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No VIPorter Points Expiry
VIPorter points do not expire while the account remains eligible and in good standing.
VIPorter Qualifying Spend Acceleration
Earn $1 of VIPorter Qualifying Spend for every $25 charged to the card, helping accelerate progress toward higher VIPorter status tiers.
Mastercard Travel Pass Membership
Receive complimentary membership in Mastercard Travel Pass provided by DragonPass, with access to participating airport lounges at a discounted per-visit rate.
Mastercard Travel Rewards
Access Mastercard Travel Rewards cash back offers at participating merchants outside Canada.
World Elite Mastercard Benefits
Access World Elite Mastercard travel, lifestyle, digital subscription, and partner benefits available through the Mastercard program.
Comprehensive Travel Insurance
Includes emergency medical insurance, trip cancellation, trip interruption, trip delay, flight delay, baggage, hotel burglary, common carrier accident, and rental vehicle coverage.
Purchase Protection
Eligible purchases are protected against accidental damage, loss, or theft for a specified period after purchase.
Extended Warranty
Extends the manufacturer's original warranty on eligible purchases, providing additional protection after the original warranty expires.
Car Rental Discounts
Receive discounts with Avis, Budget, National, Alamo, and Enterprise rental programs when booking with the card.
BMO PaySmart Installment Plans
Convert eligible purchases into fixed monthly installment payments for greater payment flexibility.
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.
Check the official card page ↗The verdict
What we like
- First-year fee rebate
- Generous welcome bonus
- Solid everyday earning opportunities
- Impressive Porter redemptions
- Comprehensive coverage
- Valuable travel perks
Worth noting
- Higher annual fee
- Companion pass spending requirement
- Limited redemption opportunities
- High income requirements
- Porter-centric rewards ecosystem
ClearFin analysis
Our detailed review
A practical reading of where the card earns, what the fee buys, and which limits matter.
✈️ Porter Elite
3x VIPorter points on Porter. 2x on travel, gas, groceries, dining & hotels. 1x everywhere else.
How the rewards work
Dining, Groceries, Gas, Travel receive the strongest estimated return at 2.0%. Purchases outside the accelerated categories earn an estimated 1.0%.
What the annual cost means
Using the strongest estimated category return alone, roughly $9,950 in annual spending at that rate would equal the $199 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.
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