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Alliant Credit Union · Visa

Alliant Cashback Visa® Signature Card

Cash Back Premium No Foreign Fees
$0 Annual Fee
17.24%–27.24% Variable Purchase APR
740+ Recommended FICO
Cash Back Reward Type
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Rewards

Reward Type Cash Back
Base Rate 1.5x / 1.5%
Expiration Cash back expires five years after the end of the calendar year in which it was earned (e.g., cash back earned in 2025 expires in December 2029)
Redemption Notes Minimum redemption threshold of $25; redeemable only as a statement credit or deposit into an Alliant checking or savings account
Category Rate Type Cap
All Eligible Purchases
Unlimited flat-rate 1.5% cash back on all eligible purchases; the former 2.5% Tier One rewards structure (requiring an Alliant High-Rate Checking account, eStatements, and $1,000 average daily balance) was discontinued effective November 1, 2025, and replaced with this uncapped flat rate with no requirements.
1.5x Cash Back No cap

Benefits & Protections

No Foreign Fees
Travel Insurance
Purchase Protection
Extended Warranty
Concierge Service
Benefit Category Value / Coverage
No Annual Fee
The Alliant Cashback Visa Signature Card carries no annual fee for cardholders.
Financial $0
Up to $0
No Foreign Transaction Fees
No foreign transaction fees are charged on purchases made outside the United States, making this card suitable for international travel and use.
Financial $0 foreign transaction fee
Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver
Eliminates the need to purchase the collision damage waiver from commercial rental car companies on most passenger vehicles when the full rental cost is charged to the card.
Insurance Complimentary
Extended Warranty Protection
Doubles the term of eligible U.S. manufacturer's warranties of three years or less, up to one additional year; warranties of less than one year are fully doubled.
Insurance Up to 1 additional year
Purchase Security
Eligible new retail purchases made with the card are protected against theft or damage for 90 days from the date of purchase.
Insurance 90-day coverage
Visa Signature Concierge
Provides 24/7 complimentary concierge assistance with travel planning, restaurant reservations, entertainment tickets, and other lifestyle requests; cardholders are responsible for the cost of goods or services arranged.
Lifestyle Complimentary service
Debt Protection Plan
An optional, fee-based debt protection plan that may cancel or suspend card balances in the event of involuntary unemployment, disability (up to $18,000), or death (up to $100,000); terms and conditions apply.
Other Up to $100,000 (death); Up to $18,000 (disability/unemployment)
Flat-Rate Cash Back
Earn unlimited 1.5% cash back on all eligible purchases with no bonus categories, rotating categories, or spending caps. Cash back can be redeemed as a statement credit or deposited into an Alliant checking or savings account.
Rewards 1.5% unlimited
EMV Chip Technology
The card is equipped with an embedded EMV chip for enhanced security at chip-enabled terminals domestically and internationally.
Security Complimentary
ID Navigator Powered by NortonLifeLock™
Provides tools and alerts to help cardholders stay informed and act quickly when their identity is threatened, powered by NortonLifeLock.
Security Complimentary
Personal Identity Theft Protection
Provides reimbursement of up to $5,000 for covered expenses incurred in restoring your identity following a covered stolen identity event.
Security Up to $5,000
Up to $5,000
Visa Purchase Alerts
Cardholders can opt in to receive real-time SMS or email notifications for transactions, including alerts for purchases above a set threshold, international purchases, and card-not-present transactions.
Security Complimentary
Zero Liability Fraud Protection
Cardholders are not held responsible for unauthorized purchases made with their card if it is lost or stolen, provided the loss is reported promptly.
Security Complimentary
Contactless Payments and Mobile Wallet Compatibility
The card supports tap-to-pay contactless technology and is compatible with Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay for fast, secure checkout.
Shopping Complimentary
Roadside Dispatch
Provides 24/7 pay-per-use access to roadside assistance services via a toll-free number, including towing, locksmith referrals, and jump-starts.
Travel Pay-per-use, 24/7 access
Travel Accident Insurance
Automatic accidental death and dismemberment coverage for the cardholder and dependents when the entire travel fare is charged to the card.
Travel Up to $250,000
Up to $250,000
Travel and Emergency Assistance Services
Provides 24/7 access to assistance services when emergencies arise during travel, including referrals for medical, legal, and transportation needs.
Travel Complimentary
Visa Signature Luxury Hotel Collection
Provides special guest status and perks at 900+ participating luxury hotel and resort properties worldwide, including daily complimentary breakfast for two, room upgrades when available, late checkout when available, a $25 food and beverage credit per stay, complimentary in-room Wi-Fi, and VIP amenities.
Travel Complimentary perks at 900+ hotels
Visa Signature Rental Car Privileges — Avis and Budget
Cardholders can receive up to 25% off base rates on qualifying vehicle rentals from Avis and Budget when booking with their Visa Signature card.
Travel Up to 25% off base rates

Interest Rates

Purchase APR 17.24%–27.24% Variable
Balance Transfer APR 27.24%
Cash Advance APR 29.24%
Penalty APR 29.99%

Fees

Annual Fee $0 — No Annual Fee
Foreign Transaction Fee None
Balance Transfer Fee 3% of the amount of each transfer
Cash Advance Fee Either $10 or 3% of the amount of each cash advance, whichever is greater
Late Payment Fee Up to $27
Returned Payment Fee Up to $27

Approval & Eligibility

740 Recommended minimum FICO · Range 740–850
300 Poor 580 Fair 670 Good 740 Very Good 800+ Exceptional
Approval Difficulty Difficult
Credit Profile Excellent
Approval Odds Fair
Decision Time Instant
Pre-Qualification Available (no hard pull)
Business Eligible No
Credit Limit Range $10,000 – No limit listed
Availability GU, PR, VI and all U.S. dependent territories

Issuer Rules & Restrictions

Shutdown Risk Triggers
High credit utilization across all cards, excessive cash advances, manufactured spending, high debt-to-income ratio, too many recently opened accounts, patterns inconsistent with normal consumer spending
Cliff Effect Rules
Applicants who currently hold or have held an Alliant Visa credit card within the prior six months are ineligible for introductory rate promotions or bonus cash back offers on a new Alliant Visa application.
International Friendly
This card works well for international travel and transactions.
Additional Issuer Rules
The Alliant Cashback Visa® Signature Card is no longer available to new applicants as of mid-2025; existing cardholders may continue using the card under updated terms. Alliant Credit Union restricts introductory rate offers and cash back incentives to applicants who have not held an Alliant Visa credit card or carried an outstanding balance on a closed Alliant Visa account within the prior six months. Alliant Credit Union membership is required to apply, though membership itself involves only a soft credit pull and is open to all U.S. residents.
Military & Hardship
MLA Compliant
Complies with the Military Lending Act (36% APR cap for active duty servicemembers).
SCRA Benefits
6% APR cap on pre-service balances during active duty per federal SCRA requirements; no additional Alliant-specific SCRA benefits publicly disclosed beyond the statutory minimum
Hardship Program
Hardship program available.
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APR 17.24%–27.24% Variable
Quick Summary
Annual Fee Free
Rewards Cash Back
Foreign Fees None
Min. FICO 740+
Network Visa
Card Type Cash Back
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