Scotiabank
Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite+ Card
One of Canada's strongest travel credit cards, offering no foreign transaction fees, 6 complimentary airport lounge visits annually, flexible Scene+ travel rewards, and comprehensive travel insurance. Ideal for frequent travelers who spend abroad.
Highlights
Main benefits
- No 2.5% foreign transaction fee
- 6 complimentary airport lounge visits
- Travel Emergency Medical Insurance
- Trip Cancellation Insurance
- Trip Interruption Insurance
- Flight Delay Insurance
- Delayed & Lost Baggage Insurance
- Avis Preferred Plus Status
- Concierge Service
Fees
Fees and charges
Joining fee
None
Renewal fee
C$150
Annual fee waiver
First Year Free: No
Ongoing Waiver: Possible through eligible Scotiabank banking packages
Who can apply
Eligibility
- Canadian resident
- Age of majority in province/territory
- C$60,000 personal income OR
- C$100,000 household income OR
- C$250,000 assets under management with Scotia Wealth
Checklist
Documents required
- Documents Required
- Government-issued photo ID
- Canadian residential address
- Employment details
- Income information
- Social Insurance Number (optional)
- Proof of income (may be requested)
- Proof of address (may be requested)
Process
How to apply
1. Visit the official Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite+ application page.
2. Select "Apply Now".
3. Choose whether you are an existing Scotiabank customer or a new customer.
4. Complete your personal information.
5. Provide employment and annual income details.
6. Submit the application.
7. Receive an approval decision (instant approval may be available for eligible applicants).
8. If approved, wait for the physical card to arrive and activate it.
Value
Reward and cashback structure
Reward rate
Groceries: 3 Scene+ Points per C$1
Dining: 3 Scene+ Points per C$1
Entertainment: 3 Scene+ Points per C$1
Daily Transit & Rideshare: 2 Scene+ Points per C$1
All Other Purchases: 1 Scene+ Point per C$1
- Point Value**: Approximately 1 Scene+ Point = C$0.01 when redeemed for travel.
Cashback
Groceries: 3%
Dining: 3%
Entertainment: 3%
Transit: 2%
Other Purchases: 1%
Good fit
Pros
- No foreign transaction fees
- Excellent travel insurance
- 6 complimentary lounge visits
- Flexible Scene+ rewards
- Strong travel welcome bonus
- Visa accepted worldwide
Watchouts
Cons
- C$150 annual fee
- Income requirement may be restrictive
- Base earn rate of 1 point per dollar on non-category spending
- Not the highest travel point earner in Canada
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| Field | Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite+ Card | SimplyCash® Preferred Card |
|---|---|---|
| Bank/provider | Scotiabank | American Express |
| Joining fee | None | Zero |
| Renewal fee | C$150 | C$119.88/year |
| Best for | International Travel, Airport Lounge Access, No Foreign Transaction Fees | Grocery, Gas & Everyday Cashback |
| Reward rate |
| 4% on Groceries, 4% on gas, 2% on all other eligible purchases |
| Cashback |
| Up to 4% |
| Lounge access |
| No |
| Fuel surcharge waiver |
| No |
| Welcome benefit | Up to 60,000 Scene+ Points | Up to C$250 bonus value (offer may change) |
| Annual fee waiver condition |
| No |
| Eligibility |
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| Apply link | Apply | Apply |