Barclays Arrival Premier Review
Barclays · Simple travel rewards without tracking categories
3.5 / 5 (2 reviews)
Annual Fee
$150 (waived first year)
Rewards
2x miles on all purchases
Regular APR
19.99% – 27.99%
Credit Needed
Good (670-749)
Our Expert Verdict
7/10
Editor's Score
A rare flat-rate travel card: earn 2x miles on every single purchase with no categories, no activation, and no thinking required. Miles redeem at 1 cent each against any travel purchase — one of the most flexible redemption systems available. No foreign transaction fees completes the traveler-friendly package.
Pros
- 2x on all purchases
- Strong sign-up bonus
- Fee waived first year
- Miles rebate on redemption
Cons
- $150 annual fee after year 1
- Limited transfer partners
- No lounge access
Sign-Up Bonus
75,000 miles after spending $3,000 in 3 months
Key Benefits & Perks
Annual fee waived first year
No foreign transaction fees
5% miles rebate when redeemed for travel
Chip + contactless payments
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Ryan M.Verified CardholderNov 5, 2026
Simple miles earning
2x on everything without tracking categories. The sign-up bonus is very generous at 75,000 miles. First year free is a nice touch.
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Olivia S.Verified CardholderAug 15, 2026
Good but not great
The 2x rate is competitive but the limited transfer partners hold it back compared to Chase or Amex.
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