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Citi Premier

Citi Premier Review

Citi · Diverse spenders who want travel rewards

4.0 / 5 (2 reviews)
Annual Fee
$95
Rewards
3x flights, hotels, restaurants, supermarkets & gas, 1x everything else
Regular APR
21.24% – 29.24%
Credit Needed
Excellent (750+)

Our Expert Verdict

8/10
Editor's Score

Earn 3x ThankYou points at restaurants, supermarkets, gas stations, air travel, and hotels — five high-value categories rarely found together on a single mid-tier card. Points transfer to 18 airline partners including United, Turkish Airlines, and Singapore Airlines, unlocking premium cabin redemptions at exceptional value.

Pros

  • 3x across five categories
  • Flexible point transfers
  • No foreign transaction fees
  • Solid sign-up bonus

Cons

  • $95 annual fee
  • Points less valuable than Chase/Amex
  • No lounge access
Sign-Up Bonus

60,000 points after spending $4,000 in 3 months

Key Benefits & Perks

No foreign transaction fees
Transfer to airline & hotel partners
Trip interruption protection
$100 annual hotel savings benefit

Rewards Breakdown

CategoryRate
Air Travel3x
Hotels3x
Restaurants3x
Supermarkets3x
Gas Stations3x
Everything else1x

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User Reviews

Customer Reviews

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Rachel B.Verified CardholderOct 19, 2026

Underrated travel card

3x on flights, hotels, restaurants, supermarkets AND gas? That covers almost everything I spend on. Transfer to Turkish Airlines for outsized value.

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Andrew T.Verified CardholderAug 14, 2026

Good value for $95

The breadth of 3x categories makes this competitive with more expensive cards. Just wish Citi had better transfer options.

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