How rewards earning works
As long as your Capital One rewards credit card remains in good standing, you’ll be able to earn and redeem rewards. To keep your account in good standing, pay at least the minimum payment each month, as indicated on your statement.
The rewards you earn depend on the type of card and rewards program you have.
Quicksilver World and World Elite Mastercard®
You’ll earn:
- 3% cash rewards on net purchases made at eligible grocery stores (excluding superstores like Walmart and Costco), gas stations and EV charging stations.
- 1% cash rewards on all other net purchases.
For more details, read the Rewards and Redemption terms and conditions.
Smart Rewards™ Mastercard®
You’ll earn 5 points for every $1 in payment made towards your credit card balance. You can redeem your points for gift cards or account credits. For more details, read the Rewards and Redemption terms and conditions.
Aspire Travel® Platinum Mastercard®
You’ll earn 1 reward mile per dollar on all net purchases. For more details, read the Rewards and Redemption terms and conditions.
Aspire Cash® Platinum Mastercard®
You’ll earn 1% cash rewards on all net purchases. For more details, read the Rewards and Redemption terms and conditions.
Transactions that won’t earn you rewards
Cash advances and balance transfers aren’t considered purchases and won’t earn cash or travel rewards. Similarly, cash-like transactions such as wire transfers, money orders, and purchases of lottery tickets, gaming chips or bets at casinos also won’t earn rewards.
How long does it take for rewards to appear online?
The rewards you earn usually appear in online banking within 2 to 3 business days. Very rarely, it may take up to 2 billing periods for your rewards to appear on your account.
How to report a transaction that didn’t earn the correct rewards?
If you think you should’ve earned rewards on a purchase but didn’t, contact us.
What does net purchases mean?
Net purchases means purchases minus credits or returns. This means that cash or travel rewards earned will be reclaimed if you cancel or return an eligible purchase.