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California Bank & Trust Reserve Visa® Card

Annual fee
$450
Recommended credit
Excellent
Card network
Visa
Regular purchase APR
19.49% to 29.49% variable based on creditworthiness and the Prime Rate
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At a glance

The California Bank & Trust Reserve Visa Card is a luxury travel rewards card that also feels at home with everyday life. The card benefits from an impressive array of travel perks, earns a remarkable amount of points on every purchase, and enjoys six months interest-free on balance transfers.

Card features

Benefits as listed on the original card page. They can change; confirm details with the issuer.

  • 3X points or 3% cash back on travel and dining
  • 2X points or 2% cash back on all other purchases
  • $250 annual travel credit
  • No foreign transaction fees

Who this card may suit

  • You plan to use your card every day – but especially on travel and dining
  • You want lounge access when you travel, but don’t feel the need to pay for unlimited access
  • You want 0% intro APR on balance transfers and a great low rate after that
  • You have an existing CB&T bank account into which you want to divert cash back rewards

Rates, fees and terms

Rates, fees and terms as listed on the original card page (updated May 28, 2025). Confirm current terms on the issuer’s site.
Annual Fee$450
Regular Purchase APR19.49% to 29.49% variable based on creditworthiness and the Prime Rate
Intro Balance Transfer APR0% for 6 months from account opening date
Balance Transfer APR19.49% to 29.49% variable based on creditworthiness and the Prime Rate
Balance Transfer Transaction FeeEither $5 or 3% of the amount of each balance transfer, whichever is greater
Cash Advance APR28.49% to 29.49% variable based on the Prime Rate
Cash Advance Transaction FeeEither $10 or 5% of the amount of each cash advance, whichever is greater
Late Payment Penalty FeeUp to $35
Return Payment Penalty FeeUp to $35

Confirm before you apply: rates, fees and offers change often. The figures above are the ones listed on the original card page, not a current quote from the issuer. APRs are typically variable, and the rate you receive depends on your creditworthiness. Recommended credit: Excellent Credit.

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