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US Bank Altitude Connect credit card

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US Bank Altitude Connect Benefits, Credits & Annual Fee

No annual fee

A no-annual-fee travel card that earns strong rewards on gas, travel, dining, and streaming. Best for road trippers and travelers who want lounge access, TSA PreCheck/Global Entry credit, and solid points earning without paying an annual fee.

  • 5xTravel
  • 4xGas
  • 2xDining +2
  • LoungePriority Pass
  • $100TSA PreCheck

$25/yr in credits · $0 annual fee

Maintained by Creddy Editorial · Catalog checked Oct 14, 2026

US Bank Altitude Connect at a Glance: No Annual Fee, Issuer and Rewards

Annual fee:
No annual fee
Issuer:
US Bank
Credits:
1 recurring, up to $25 a year

US Bank Altitude Connect Earning Rates

CategoryRateNotes
Gas4x
Travel general4x
Dining2x
Groceries2x
Streaming2x
Everything else1x

Who Should Get the US Bank Altitude Connect?

The US Bank Altitude Connect fits people who spend most on gas (4x) and travel general (4x). It has no annual fee, so it costs nothing to keep.

Is the US Bank Altitude Connect Worth It?

The US Bank Altitude Connect has no annual fee. Creddy lists 1 trackable credit worth up to $25 a year if you use it, so anything you use is value on top of your rewards.

Check enrollment requirements, merchant restrictions, reset timing and the issuer's current terms before applying.

US Bank Altitude Connect Welcome Bonus

  • 20,000 bonus points

    $1,000 eligible net purchases First 90 days from account opening One-time 20,000 bonus Points will be awarded if you are approved for a new U.S. Bank Altitude Connect Visa Signature Card and make $1,000 or more in total eligible Net Purchases to your Account within 90 days of Account opening. Please allow 1-2 billing cycles for your bonus Points to be credited to your Account. Existing or previous U.S. Bank Altitude Connect Visa Signature cardmembers are not eligible if you have received a new account bonus for this product in the last five years. Use of the Card is subject to terms and conditions of the U.S. Bank Altitude Connect Visa Signature Cardmember Agreement, which is provided at Account opening and may be amended from time to time. This offer may not be combined with any other bonus offer. Eligible purchases exclude cash advances, balance transfers, cash equivalents, fees, interest, betting, lottery and certain prepaid/currency purchases. Offer cannot be combined with other bonus offers and is subject to credit approval.

    Checked Oct 14, 2026Source

Offer history

Usual
20K points
Highest seen
30K points
20K points from Oct 16, 30K points from Sep 4, 20K points from Nov 12
20K points
Oct 2024Today

Gaps are offers with mixed rewards or no record.

Tracked since Oct 2024

US Bank Altitude Connect Statement Credits and When They Reset

  • TSA PreCheck / Global Entry Application Fee Credit$100 / 4yrTrackable

    Get reimbursed for your Global Entry ($100) or TSA PreCheck (~$85) application fee as a statement credit. Pay the fee with your Altitude Connect card when you apply. The credit posts within 1-2 billing cycles after the charge appears.

    Checked Jul 4, 2026

US Bank Altitude Connect Travel Benefits

Travel Benefits

  • Complimentary GigSky Global Mobile Data PlansEnrollment required

    Get complimentary GigSky mobile data plans to use in over 175 countries when traveling abroad. Download the GigSky app, select a plan for your destination, and activate it before or during your trip. Coverage is limited to the countries supported by GigSky's network. Benefit redeemable through November 30, 2026 per issuer.

    Checked Sep 14, 2026

Lounge Access

  • Priority Pass Select MembershipEnrollment required

    Get a 12-month Priority Pass Select membership for access to participating airport lounges worldwide, with your guests. Enroll at prioritypass.com/usbankaltitudeconnect to activate it. You must enroll first, since the membership isn't automatic.

    Checked Oct 9, 2026

Travel Insurance

  • Trip Interruption/Cancellation and Trip Delay Reimbursement

    Covers non-refundable trip costs if your trip is cancelled or cut short due to a covered reason, and reimburses extra expenses if your trip is significantly delayed. To qualify, you must pay for your trip with your Altitude Connect card. Review your benefits guide for covered reasons and maximum reimbursement limits.

    Checked Oct 9, 2026

More US Bank Altitude Connect Card Benefits

Bonus Earnings

  • 5X Points on Prepaid Hotels and Car Rentals5x points

    Earn 5 points per $1 on prepaid hotels and car rentals booked directly in the Altitude Rewards Center / travel center when you use this card.

    Checked Sep 14, 2026
  • 4X Points on Travel4x points

    Earn 4 points (1 base and 3 bonus) per $1 on travel category purchases (airlines, hotels, car rentals, taxis, limos, passenger trains, cruise lines). Uncapped.

    Checked Oct 1, 2026
  • 4X Points on Gas Stations and EV Charging (First $1,000/Quarter)4x points

    Earn 4 points (1 base and 3 bonus) per $1 on gas station and EV charging purchases on the first $1,000 each quarter (shared cap). Discount stores/supercenters, wholesale clubs excluded.

    Checked Oct 1, 2026
  • 2X Points on Dining, Grocery & Streaming2x points

    Earn 2 points per $1 on restaurant/fast-food/bar, grocery store and supermarket, and qualifying streaming subscriptions. Wholesale clubs and discount stores/supercenters such as Target and Walmart earn only 1 point.

    Checked Oct 1, 2026
  • 1X Points on All Other Eligible Purchases1x points

    Every eligible purchase that doesn't fall into a bonus category earns 1 point per $1 spent. Points don't expire as long as your account stays open and in good standing.

    Checked Sep 14, 2026

Fees & Miscellaneous

  • Point Transfers Between Altitude Connect/Go Accounts

    Move points you've earned to other qualifying U.S. Bank Altitude Connect or Altitude Go accounts. This lets you combine points to reach a reward sooner. Both accounts must qualify, so check the terms before you transfer.

    Checked Oct 9, 2026
  • 0% Intro APR on Purchases and Balance Transfers

    Get 0% intro APR on purchases and balance transfers for the first 15 billing cycles. After that, a variable APR applies. Balance transfer fee of 3% of each transfer amount ($5 minimum) applies. Balance transfers must be made within 60 days of account opening for the intro APR.

    Checked Sep 14, 2026
  • Charitable Donation Matching

    Get a 100% U.S. Bank match when you redeem points for a monetary charitable contribution. Choose a charitable donation when redeeming your points. The match applies to contributions made through points redemption, not necessarily to donations made another way.

    Checked Oct 7, 2026
  • GigSky International Roaming Plan & DiscountEnrollment required

    Cardholders get a complimentary international data plan through GigSky, plus 20% off additional GigSky data purchases. Download the GigSky app and link your card to redeem. Coverage is available in over 175 countries for international travel. Benefit redeemable through November 30, 2026 per issuer.

    Checked Sep 14, 2026
  • No Annual Fee

    This card carries no annual fee, so there's no recurring cost to keep it in your wallet. The $0 fee applies automatically - nothing to enroll in or maintain.

    Checked Jul 4, 2026
  • No Foreign Transaction Fees

    Use your card internationally without paying currency conversion fees. The typical 1-3% surcharge added to foreign purchases does not apply - just pay in local currency and the card handles the rest.

    Checked Jul 4, 2026
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US Bank Altitude Connect FAQs

Is the U.S. Bank Altitude Connect worth the annual fee?

Compare US Bank Altitude Connect's current annual fee with rewards and benefits you would actually use. Count credits at what they save you after eligibility, enrollment and extra spending costs, then compare the result with lower-fee alternatives. Include interest and other charges if you carry a balance.

Which benefits does Creddy list for U.S. Bank Altitude Connect?

Creddy's September 26, 2026 catalog lists TSA PreCheck / Global Entry Application Fee Credit for US Bank Altitude Connect. Review the benefits and earning-rate tables for the conditions; confirm current coverage, enrollment and restrictions with US Bank. This is a dated catalog summary, not certification that every listed benefit is currently available on your account.

What is the annual fee for the U.S. Bank Altitude Connect?

U.S. Bank lists a $0 annual fee for Altitude Connect, checked September 26, 2026. Review current account and application terms for other charges; a zero ongoing annual fee should not be described as only a first-year waiver.

Does the U.S. Bank Altitude Connect come with a welcome bonus?

Welcome offers for US Bank Altitude Connect can change and may depend on your application or account history. Check US Bank's current offer for the bonus amount, eligible spending, deadline and exclusions; a catalog entry does not guarantee an offer or your eligibility.

Who should get the U.S. Bank Altitude Connect?

US Bank Altitude Connect may fit someone whose normal spending matches its eligible earning categories and who can use the benefits shown above. Compare the current fee, purchase restrictions and realistic redemption value with other cards before applying.

How does the U.S. Bank Altitude Connect compare to other U.S. Bank cards?

Compare US Bank Altitude Connect with other US Bank cards using annual fees, eligible earning rates and the benefits you would use. The card tables and issuer catalog help you compare conditions; headline multipliers alone do not establish the better card.