Nov 6, 2015, 11:03 pm
Last edit by: mia
Current welcome offer is 50,000 30,000 Crystal points with $5,000 $3,000 spending in the first 90 days. First annual fee not waived. (as of telephone call with bank employee 8/7/2019)
Past bonuses were:
***** #1502 - signup bonus 1/16/18 BUT ANNUAL FEE NOT WAIVED ******
100,000 points after spending $5,000 in first three months. Offer expires 30 December 2015. EXPIRED
A 70,000 points offer was offered back in March 2017 and expired March 31st, 2017. EXPIRED
The requirements for the application process varies from bank to bank based on various online data points collected from FlyerTalk, Doctor of Credit, etc.
Some banks require that you go into a branch and apply personally. Other banks want you to have another account open for 90 days before you can get this card. Some banks (if you already have a relationship with them) let you apply via mail. Sometimes you have to be a resident of the state they operate in, while some were able to get the card without living in those states. It is very much YMMV. You will need proof of income (W2, check stubs, etc). The only states City National Bank operates in are: NY, DE (only trust office, no go), DC, GA, TN, MN, NV & CA. The bank is looking for high net worth individuals, but that's not exactly consistent either.
The card has no foreign transactions fees and is fee-free the first year, then $400 annually.
Register your card for online access (cno.cnb.com). This changed on Sept 19 2019.
Register separately for the award page (www.cnbrewards.com).
Register for Visa Infinite info and access at https://myvisainfinite.com/cnb/en_us/home.html
Click "my info" to see details on points awarded.
Best* redemption found to date is $1,000 prepaid visa for 105K pts. It's now 125K pts for a $1,000 prepaid visa. Link to catalog
*(other than spending for flights etc. & getting 1.2 cents each in value)
To set-up spending alerts, create an account here : http://citynationalbank.digitalcardservice.com
Point redemptions for flights have been reported as being as high as 1.35cpp (see here) by calling the Concierge service at +1 800 595 8950 and having them book direct from airline website for you
Significant benefits:
$250 per calendar year airline incidental credit - works on AU card as well - STARTING JAN 1ST, 2020 THE CREDIT WILL BE $350 PER ACCOUNT
$100 Global Entry fee credit - works on AU card as well Per DDResq post 842
Priority Pass lounge membership for up to 2 people. No fee for any number of guests, but lounge policy may limit the number of guests admitted.- STARTING JAN 1ST, 2020 EACH ADDITIONAL GUEST BEYOND ACCOUNT HOLDER WILL BE CHARGED $32
12 GoGo inflight passes - create an account at myvisainfinite.com/cnb. Once the account is created, you enter, then search for GoGo passes. You then input your card number again, create a GoGo account if you don't have one, and the 12 passes post to it ready to be used when you fly again on a participating airline. - works on AU card as well
$100 off when you book a qualifying airline itinerary via visa discount air portal (https://www.visadiscountair.com/CNB/default.aspx - STARTING JAN 1ST, 2020 THIS WILL NO LONGER BE OFFERED AS A BENEFIT
$30 off GroundLink car service (works with AU cards as well) plus instant 15% off rides. There are $25 current user referrals to go for first.
Airline fees are reimbursed up to $250 per calendar year. Fees must be from domestic carriers. There is no need to declare a carrier, and fees can be reimbursed from multiple carriers. Partial Ts and Cs:
Qualifying Airline Purchases are defined as incidental airline fee transactions made at eligible US Domestic Airline Carriers and include: ticket change/cancellation fees, checked baggage fees, inflight entertainment, onboard food and beverage charges, airport lounge membership fees and day passes, onboard wireless charges (excluding Gogo Wireless), and TSA Pre✓® membership application fee.
What works
AA: Award Fees/Taxes, Award Redeposit Fees ($150)
AA: e-Gift cards $250 including AUs (1x per card max 4)
AS: Award ticket fees, $16
AS: In flight food, entertainment.
AS: Premium Class Upgrade, $59
HA: Interisland Flight, $48.80
UA: award ticket fees, $51
WN: Award Fees/Taxes, Award Redeposit Fees (limit unknown, but it's between $75 and $80 per transaction), Early Bird boarding fees ($15)
DL: Baggage fees
B6: $53.30 airfare
What doesn't work
AS: Award ticket fees, $130ish
DL: GC; PGGM (reports of not working since April/2016)
DL: Just about anything. Don't use on Delta
UA: MPX, Award Fees (~$170)
UA: Gift card registry (up to $75) (No longer working as of 11/25/17)
UA: Seat Selection Fee
WN: GC
EY: Award Fees
TW: Change fee
UO: Seat fee
AA: Award Fees/Taxes on an itinerary originating outside the US.
To Be Confirmed
UA: Award Redeposit Fees ($200)
Global Entry reimbursements: (works on AU also)
user - mnsweeps ( https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/29336509-post1549.html )
Used mine and a AU card to register for GE for in laws
01/17/201801/18/2018USCUSTOMS TRUSTEDTRAVELER$100.00
01/17/201801/18/2018USCUSTOMS TRUSTEDTRAVELER$100.00
Credit posted today for both cards.
01/20/201801/24/2018GLOBAL ENTRY STMT CREDIT $100.00
01/20/201801/24/2018GLOBAL ENTRY STMT CREDIT $100.00
In 2016, 2017 AND 2018 airline incidental credits for transactions on-or-after January 1st did not start posting until the third week of January. In 2019 they started posting on Jan 11th.
For further information, see this
STARTING JAN 1ST, 2020 there are going to be major changes to this card, these being:[/s]
Sources:
discussion starting here
https://www.cnb.com/content/dam/cnbc...ewards2020.pdf
https://www.cnb.com/content/dam/cnbc...rystal2020.pdf
Past bonuses were:
The requirements for the application process varies from bank to bank based on various online data points collected from FlyerTalk, Doctor of Credit, etc.
Some banks require that you go into a branch and apply personally. Other banks want you to have another account open for 90 days before you can get this card. Some banks (if you already have a relationship with them) let you apply via mail. Sometimes you have to be a resident of the state they operate in, while some were able to get the card without living in those states. It is very much YMMV. You will need proof of income (W2, check stubs, etc). The only states City National Bank operates in are: NY, DE (only trust office, no go), DC, GA, TN, MN, NV & CA. The bank is looking for high net worth individuals, but that's not exactly consistent either.
The card has no foreign transactions fees and is fee-free the first year, then $400 annually.
Register your card for online access (cno.cnb.com). This changed on Sept 19 2019.
Register separately for the award page (www.cnbrewards.com).
Register for Visa Infinite info and access at https://myvisainfinite.com/cnb/en_us/home.html
Click "my info" to see details on points awarded.
*(other than spending for flights etc. & getting 1.2 cents each in value)
To set-up spending alerts, create an account here : http://citynationalbank.digitalcardservice.com
Point redemptions for flights have been reported as being as high as 1.35cpp (see here) by calling the Concierge service at +1 800 595 8950 and having them book direct from airline website for you
Significant benefits:
$250 per calendar year airline incidental credit - works on AU card as well - STARTING JAN 1ST, 2020 THE CREDIT WILL BE $350 PER ACCOUNT
$100 Global Entry fee credit - works on AU card as well Per DDResq post 842
Priority Pass lounge membership for up to 2 people. No fee for any number of guests, but lounge policy may limit the number of guests admitted.- STARTING JAN 1ST, 2020 EACH ADDITIONAL GUEST BEYOND ACCOUNT HOLDER WILL BE CHARGED $32
12 GoGo inflight passes - create an account at myvisainfinite.com/cnb. Once the account is created, you enter, then search for GoGo passes. You then input your card number again, create a GoGo account if you don't have one, and the 12 passes post to it ready to be used when you fly again on a participating airline. - works on AU card as well
$100 off when you book a qualifying airline itinerary via visa discount air portal (https://www.visadiscountair.com/CNB/default.aspx - STARTING JAN 1ST, 2020 THIS WILL NO LONGER BE OFFERED AS A BENEFIT
$30 off GroundLink car service (works with AU cards as well) plus instant 15% off rides. There are $25 current user referrals to go for first.
Airline fees are reimbursed up to $250 per calendar year. Fees must be from domestic carriers. There is no need to declare a carrier, and fees can be reimbursed from multiple carriers. Partial Ts and Cs:
Qualifying Airline Purchases are defined as incidental airline fee transactions made at eligible US Domestic Airline Carriers and include: ticket change/cancellation fees, checked baggage fees, inflight entertainment, onboard food and beverage charges, airport lounge membership fees and day passes, onboard wireless charges (excluding Gogo Wireless), and TSA Pre✓® membership application fee.
What works
AA: Award Fees/Taxes, Award Redeposit Fees ($150)
AA: e-Gift cards $250 including AUs (1x per card max 4)
AS: Award ticket fees, $16
AS: In flight food, entertainment.
AS: Premium Class Upgrade, $59
HA: Interisland Flight, $48.80
UA: award ticket fees, $51
WN: Award Fees/Taxes, Award Redeposit Fees (limit unknown, but it's between $75 and $80 per transaction), Early Bird boarding fees ($15)
DL: Baggage fees
B6: $53.30 airfare
What doesn't work
AS: Award ticket fees, $130ish
DL: GC; PGGM (reports of not working since April/2016)
DL: Just about anything. Don't use on Delta
UA: MPX, Award Fees (~$170)
UA: Gift card registry (up to $75) (No longer working as of 11/25/17)
UA: Seat Selection Fee
WN: GC
EY: Award Fees
TW: Change fee
UO: Seat fee
AA: Award Fees/Taxes on an itinerary originating outside the US.
To Be Confirmed
UA: Award Redeposit Fees ($200)
Global Entry reimbursements: (works on AU also)
user - mnsweeps ( https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/29336509-post1549.html )
Used mine and a AU card to register for GE for in laws
01/17/201801/18/2018USCUSTOMS TRUSTEDTRAVELER$100.00
01/17/201801/18/2018USCUSTOMS TRUSTEDTRAVELER$100.00
Credit posted today for both cards.
01/20/201801/24/2018GLOBAL ENTRY STMT CREDIT $100.00
01/20/201801/24/2018GLOBAL ENTRY STMT CREDIT $100.00
In 2016, 2017 AND 2018 airline incidental credits for transactions on-or-after January 1st did not start posting until the third week of January. In 2019 they started posting on Jan 11th.
For further information, see this
STARTING JAN 1ST, 2020 there are going to be major changes to this card, these being:[/s]
$350 airline incidental credit per account (was $250 per AU)$95 Annual Fee per AU$32 per guest using PriorityPass (used to be free & unlimited)Elimination of $100 Visa Air Discount BenefitGroceries and Gas only earn 1x (used to be 3x)
discussion starting here
https://www.cnb.com/content/dam/cnbc...ewards2020.pdf
https://www.cnb.com/content/dam/cnbc...rystal2020.pdf
City National Bank Crystal Visa Infinite (USA); NY GA TN NV CA MA DC & MN
Dec 3, 2018, 4:27 pm
#1876
Join Date: Jun 2012
Posts: 41
I did a search and haven't been able to find an answer to this. Has anyone tried redeeming points by booking hotel through the Crystal Card Concierge and could validate if these bookings would be premier qualifying (at Marriott / SPG) so I get stay credits and can enjoy benefits as an elite member? Asking because using some portals (e.g. Citi's Thank You site) are likely going to show up as booked via OTA, but not sure about the Concierge here.
Dec 3, 2018, 4:49 pm
#1877
Join Date: Aug 2012
Posts: 779
But that is not my original question. My question is whether or not the PP holders need to be the primary or one of the AUs.
Dec 3, 2018, 6:51 pm
#1878
Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 24
Dec 3, 2018, 7:12 pm
#1879
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: DFW
Posts: 1,249
Dec 3, 2018, 7:32 pm
#1880
Join Date: Sep 2018
Posts: 80
IIRC There are some DPs earlier in this forum were people got PP for NON-AUs. Fun fact: If you take a look at the application forms they just ask for the name of the PP recipient. In theory you can type any name you want there. However, if you take a look at the benefits guide it clearly states "up to 2 cardholders". This means that you can't/shouldn't be able to put any name there but also means that it does not have to be "primary + AU" as mentioned above.
One problem with the business model of CNB is that pretty much everything has to be handled by your relationship manager so is not like a big (and less personal) bank where you can HUCA until you get someone who can help you get what you need.
One problem with the business model of CNB is that pretty much everything has to be handled by your relationship manager so is not like a big (and less personal) bank where you can HUCA until you get someone who can help you get what you need.
Dec 3, 2018, 8:02 pm
#1881
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: ATL, BHM, DUB, County Wexford
Programs: DL DM, AA ExPlt, Diamond HH, HY, BW, & Titanium Elite Marriott
Posts: 4,855
Dec 3, 2018, 8:53 pm
#1882
Join Date: Jun 2004
Posts: 90
From the CNB "Guide to Benefits" (pg. 16):
Under the Airline Incidental Fees Statement Credit benefit, each cardholder under the Crystal Visa Infinite Card account ("Account") may receive a discount up to $250 per calendar year for Qualifying Airline Purchases (as defined below) charged to the cardholder's Crystal Visa Infinite Card ("Cardholder Card").
Dec 3, 2018, 9:12 pm
#1883
Join Date: Sep 2018
Posts: 80
From the CNB "Guide to Benefits" (pg. 16):
Under the Airline Incidental Fees Statement Credit benefit, each cardholder under the Crystal Visa Infinite Card account ("Account") may receive a discount up to $250 per calendar year for Qualifying Airline Purchases (as defined below) charged to the cardholder's Crystal Visa Infinite Card ("Cardholder Card").
Under the Airline Incidental Fees Statement Credit benefit, each cardholder under the Crystal Visa Infinite Card account ("Account") may receive a discount up to $250 per calendar year for Qualifying Airline Purchases (as defined below) charged to the cardholder's Crystal Visa Infinite Card ("Cardholder Card").
Airline ticket purchases, seat fees (including upgrade and preferred seat charges), standby fees, carry-on and checked pet fees, mileage point purchases, mileage points, transfer fees, gift cards, duty free purchases, award tickets and fees incurred with airline alliance partners do not qualify as Qualifying Airline Purchases
Last edited by jrc87; Dec 3, 2018 at 9:13 pm Reason: fixed typo
Dec 3, 2018, 10:16 pm
#1884
Join Date: May 2003
Location: LAX
Programs: DL-Plat, UA-Plat 2MM, AA-PlatPro, B6-Mosaic 3, AY-Plat, HY-Globalist, MR-LT Plat, HH-Gold
Posts: 1,235
Like most things with CNB, you have to call. I had an incorrect digit in the apartment number, which didn't really affect delivery. I looked to change it online and when there wasn't anywhere to do it, I just left it. One day on a call with an agent about an unrelated issue, they asked for the address as verification and when I told them it was slightly off, they changed it for me.
Dec 3, 2018, 10:55 pm
#1885
Join Date: Jun 2004
Posts: 90
^ This information is incomplete. Yes, you're supposed to get $250 per card but if you continue reading it defines what a Qualifying Airline Purchase is and what does NOT qualify:
Items above have been somewhat discussed on this forum and you're not entitled to a credit for these. Calling the bank asking for a credit is just asking for unwanted attention at your account (A.K.A. a very stupid move)
Items above have been somewhat discussed on this forum and you're not entitled to a credit for these. Calling the bank asking for a credit is just asking for unwanted attention at your account (A.K.A. a very stupid move)
For sure. I was referring to this post #1859 and just wanted to point out that AUs *are* eligible for refunds too. (That list is exclusions leaves me hard-pressed to find something I'd actually be able to use it on...)
Dec 4, 2018, 5:58 am
#1886
Join Date: Feb 2016
Posts: 31
Attempted to buy 2 AA $250 cards 11/13/18 (AUs). Both went through, but actually retrieving the codes failed. Called AA and apparently one transaction was blocked and the other automatically refunded. Nonetheless, a $250 credit posted 11/21 for it. So refund tricks still (may?) work.
Dec 5, 2018, 12:16 am
#1887
Join Date: Nov 2006
Programs: Marriott Platinum, Hilton Diamond, IHG Platinum
Posts: 3,690
Dec 5, 2018, 4:43 am
#1889
Join Date: Feb 2016
Posts: 31
I am quite new here but my primary CNB card just got the $250 travel credit. Trying to contribute to this.
11/30/2018 12/04/2018 TRAVEL FEE REBATE $250.00
11/26/2018 11/28/2018 AMERICAN AIR00 $250.00
I bought another 2 more AA e-gift card with the AU on 12/03 and 12/05. Will post once I get the credit.
11/30/2018 12/04/2018 TRAVEL FEE REBATE $250.00
11/26/2018 11/28/2018 AMERICAN AIR00 $250.00
I bought another 2 more AA e-gift card with the AU on 12/03 and 12/05. Will post once I get the credit.
