Amegy Premier Credit Card Review

Amegy Premier Credit Card is a cashback credit card issued by Amegy Bank. If you're wondering whether Amegy Premier Credit Card is the right card for you, read on. This is everything you need to know to make a good choice.

• Generous reward rate. You will get a a rewards rate of 3 points per dollar spent.
• Earn 1.5 points for every dollar spent on everyday purchases. Terms and conditions apply. This is higher than the average reward rate (1 point per dollar spent) for everyday purchases.
• 0% APR balance transfer intro rate. Offers an introductory 0% APR rate on balance transfers for up to 6 months , which is shorter than the average 0% APR period of 12 months.
• Signup bonus. Offers a signup bonus of 15000 points after spending $4,000 within 3 months that can be redeemed for travel, gifts, or other perks.
• Competitive APRs. Amegy Premier Credit Card has a variable purchase APR that ranges from 15.74% up to 23.74%.
• Annual fee waived the first year. Amegy Premier Credit Card gives you the chance to have the card for a year without paying the $95 annual fee.
• 3% Balance transfer fee. Amegy Premier Credit Card charges a fee of up to 3% on balance transfers. For example, a balance of $1,000 could cost up to $30 in transfer fees. The minimum fee is $5.
• $0 foreign transaction fee. This card does not charge foreign transaction fees, which makes a great credit card to carry with you when traveling abroad.
• Multiple credit card benefits. Includes generous credit card perks, such as access to a concierge, and fraud protection.
• Good or better credit required. You should probably try with another card if your credit score is below 700.

The Good	The Bad
Lower than average purchase APRs. 0% APR balance transfer intro rate on balance transfers for up to 6 months. Annual fee waived during the first year. Multiple credit card perks. Access to a concierge. No foreign transaction fee. Cardholders can earn rewards on purchases everywhere Amegy Premier Credit Card is accepted. Amegy Premier Credit Card reports to multiple credit bureaus.	Requires good to excellent credit. Charges an annual fee of $95 Charges a 3% balance transfer fee.

Is there a Amegy Premier Credit Card cash back or rewards program?

Amegy Premier Credit Card is a cashback card. This means you earn a percentage of your purchase as a cash reward. With Amegy Premier Credit Card you receive 1.5% cash back on every purchase. For example, if you buy a $1,000 laptop, you will receive $15 back in cash. However, you can earn up to 3% for purchases in a bonus category.

Amegy Premier Credit Card Rewards

Minimum rewards rate (all purchases)	1.5x
Max rewards rate	3x
Annual rewards limit	N/A
Signup Bonus (Points/Miles)	15000
Signup Bonus Spend Requirement	$4000
Signup Bonus Spend Period (months)	3 months

What are the Amegy Premier Credit Card benefits?

Amegy Premier Credit Card provides the following benefits:

• ID Theft Protection
• Reports to major credit bureaus

What are the relevant APRs for Amegy Premier Credit Card?

According to the Federal Reserve Board, the average interest rate is 15% for all credit cards and 17% for accounts that carry a balance. Amegy Premier Credit Card has lower than average purchase APRs.

Amegy Premier Credit Card has a variable purchase APR that ranges from 15.74% up to 23.74%. The card has a variable balance transfer APR that ranges from 15.74% up to 25.74%. It also has a variable cash advance APR of 24.74% .

What are the fees for Amegy Premier Credit Card?

The following fees apply to Amegy Premier Credit Card:

Amegy Premier Credit Card Fees

Fees	Amount
Annual Fee	$95
Foreign Transaction Fee	0%
Returned Payment Fee	up to $35
Late Payment Fee	up to $35

Does Amegy Premier Credit Card report your account activity to credit bureaus?

Yes, Amegy Premier Credit Card reports your account activity to the following credit reporting agencies:

• Equifax
• Experian
• Transunion

Making regular on-time payments to a creditor that reports to one or more credit bureaus will demonstrate your financial responsibility and may help improve your credit.

How to apply for Amegy Premier Credit Card

• Visit the Amegy Premier Credit Card website.
• Fill in the application form. You will typically need to provide general financial information, such as your Social Security Number, address, and annual income.
• Check the information is accurate and submit your application.
• If you're denied click here to find out why your application may have been rejected and what you can do about it.

If your credit score is preventing you from qualifying for this credit card, check out our guide for the best credit cards for bad credit.