United MileagePlus Explorer Card Review

United MileagePlus Explorer Card is a rewards credit card issued by Chase Bank.  If you're wondering whether United MileagePlus Explorer Card is the right card for you, read on. This is everything you need to know to make a good choice.

• Signup bonus. Offers a signup bonus of 40000 after spending $2,000 within 3 months that can be redeemed for travel, gifts, or other perks.
• High APRs. This is not a great card for people who carry a balance. It has a variable purchase APR that ranges from 18.49% up to 25.49%.
• Rewards program. This credit card offers rewards on your purchases, but you will have to pay an annual fee of $95 for the privilege.
• Annual fee waived the first year. United MileagePlus Explorer Card gives you the chance to have the card for a year without paying the $95 annual fee.
• $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 rental insurance, emergency support, extended warranty protection on purchases, Global Entry / TSA Precheck Fee Credit, purchase protection, travel accident insurance, travel assistance, 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

Annual fee waived during the first year. Multiple credit card perks. No foreign transaction fee. Earn rewards on every purchase. United MileagePlus Explorer Card reports to multiple credit bureaus. Cardholders can earn rewards on their purchases. Offers auto rental collision damage waiver. Extended warranty on purchases. Global Entry / TSA Precheck Fee Credit. Travel accident and travel assistance insurance.

Higher than average purchase APRs. Requires good to excellent credit. Charges an annual fee of $95.

Is there a United MileagePlus Explorer Card cash back or rewards program?

United MileagePlus Explorer Card offers a rewards program to its customers.

United MileagePlus Explorer Card Rewards

Rewards rate (all purchases)	1%
Max rewards rate	2%
Annual rewards limit	N/A
Signup Bonus ($)	N/A
Signup Bonus (Points/Miles)	40000
Signup Bonus Spend Requirement	$2000
Signup Bonus Spend Period (months)	3 months

What are the United MileagePlus Explorer Card benefits?

United MileagePlus Explorer Card provides the following benefits:

• Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver
• Emergency Support
• Extended Warranty Protection
• Zero fraud liability
• Travel Accident Insurance
• No blackout dates when redeeming miles
• Travel Assistance
• ID Theft Protection
• Reports to major credit bureaus

What are the relevant APRs for United MileagePlus Explorer 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. United MileagePlus Explorer Card has higher than average purchase APRs.

United MileagePlus Explorer Card has a variable purchase APR that ranges from 18.49% up to 25.49%. The card has a variable balance transfer APR that ranges from 18.49% up to 25.49%. It also has a variable cash advance APR starting at 26.99% .

What are the United MileagePlus Explorer Card fees?

The following fees apply to United MileagePlus Explorer Card:

• There is no overlimit fee

United MileagePlus Explorer Card Fees

Fees	Amount
Annual Fee	$95
Overlimit Fee	$0
Foreign Transaction Fee	0%
Balance Transfer Fee	5%
Minimum Balance Transfer Fee	$5
Returned Payment Fee	$39
Late Payment Fee	$39

Does United MileagePlus Explorer Card report your account activity to credit bureaus?

United MileagePlus Explorer 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 can help improve your credit score.

How to apply for United MileagePlus Explorer Card

• Visit the United MileagePlus Explorer 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.