New cardmembers can earn up to 80,000 bonus Scene+ points (≈ $800 value) by completing the steps below.
How to earn it
30,000 Scene+ pointsSpend $3,000 in eligible purchases within first 3 months
30,000 Scene+ pointsSpend $20,000 in eligible purchases within first 6 months
20,000 Scene+ pointsMake at least one eligible purchase in the 14th month after account opening
Available to new Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite Privilege cardholders who open an account within the promotional period. Existing or recently held Scotiabank credit card customers (past 2 years) are not eligible.
Offer ends 2026-11-01.
How you earn
Earn up to 6 Scene+ points per $1 on eligible purchases
Earn 3 Scene+ points per $1 on travel purchases
Earn an additional 3 Scene+ points per $1 on hotels and car rentals booked through Scene+ Travel (Expedia platform)
Earn 2 Scene+ points per $1 on dining and entertainment purchases
Earn 1 Scene+ point per $1 on all other eligible purchases
Points can be redeemed for travel, statement credits, groceries, entertainment, and gift cards through Scene+
80,000 bonus Scene+ points welcome offer (up to ~$800 value) when spending milestones are met
Annual 10,000 Scene+ bonus points when $40,000 annual spend requirement is met
Built-in perks & coverage
No Foreign Transaction Fees
0% FX fees on foreign currency purchases, meaning you only pay the Visa exchange rate without the typical 2.5% markup.
Airport Lounge Access
10 complimentary airport lounge visits per cardholder per year through Visa Airport Companion, with access to 1,200+ lounges globally.
Annual Travel Credit
$250 annual statement credit when booking travel through Scene+ Travel (Expedia-powered platform).
Extensive Travel Insurance Package
Includes emergency medical coverage up to $5M, trip cancellation/interruption, flight delay, baggage loss/delay, hotel burglary, and rental car insurance.
Premium Travel & Lifestyle Perks
Access to Visa Infinite Luxury Hotel Collection, Relais & Châteaux benefits, TIFF perks, wine country experiences, and exclusive dining events.
Car Rental & Travel Privileges
Avis President’s Club membership with upgrades, skip-the-line benefits, and up to 25% rental discounts.
Concierge Services
24/7 Visa Infinite Privilege concierge for travel planning, dining reservations, events, and lifestyle requests.
Fuel & Partner Savings
Up to 10¢/L value at Shell stations when linked with eligible Scotiabank programs.
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Mobile & Purchase Protection
Mobile device insurance up to $1,000 plus purchase security (180 days) and extended warranty coverage up to 2 additional years.
The verdict
What we like
Pros: No foreign transaction fees (0%) makes it highly efficient for global spending and travel
Pros: Very strong travel package including 10 lounge visits per year, airport perks, and luxury hotel benefits
Pros: High-tier rewards structure with up to 6x Scene+ points plus strong travel redemption flexibility
Worth noting
Cons: Very high annual fee ($599), making it only suitable for high spenders or frequent travelers
Cons: Strict income requirement ($150K personal / $200K household / $400K assets) limits accessibility
Cons: Rewards value is tied to Scene+ ecosystem, which may be less flexible than pure cash-back or transferable point programs
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