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The issuer page we checked showed two different bonus offers (up to 60,000 miles and 70,000 miles after $3,000), so we don't show either. Check the current offer with Chase. Card benefits listed by the issuer include a free first checked bag, 2 United Club one-time passes per year and priority boarding (terms apply).
| Annual fee | $150 $0 intro annual fee for the first year, then $150. Checked Nov 11, 2026 · source |
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| Welcome offer | Check Current Offer |
| Rewards | Verify current terms with issuer |
| Lounge access | No standing lounge membership listed Includes 2 United Club one-time passes per year, not a membership. Checked Nov 11, 2026 · source |
| Foreign transaction fee | Verify current terms with issuer |
| Travel protections | Verify current terms with issuer |
| Transfer partners | Verify current terms with issuer |
| Authorized users | Verify current terms with issuer |
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