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Navy Federal cashRewards

Up to 2% flat cash back with credit-union APRs and no fee.

7.4/10Navy Federal Credit UnionpersonalCash Back
View Current OfferBest for: Navy Federal members who want simple cash back

Welcome Bonus

$250

≈$250 value

Spend Requirement

$2,500

in 3 months

Annual Fee

$0

No FTF

Credit Score

650+

(Fair-Good)

Current offer note: $250 cash back, offer runs through 6/30/2026

Historical Offers Chart

Every public offer change we've tracked. Hover for details, timing your application is worth hundreds of dollars.

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$0$100$200$300$400$0$1,000$2,000$3,000$4,0002023-012024-012025-012026-01Sign-Up BonusSpending Requirement ($)

Last verified 2026-06-10 · spot an outdated offer? Tell us in the comments.

Earning Rates

  • 2xAll purchases (cashRewards Plus, $5,000+ credit limit)
  • 1.5xAll purchases (standard cashRewards)

Credits

No statement credits, this card wins on earn rates, not coupons.

Benefits

  • Automatic 2% rate when approved with a $5,000+ limit (cashRewards Plus)
  • No foreign transaction fees
  • Cell phone protection
  • Forgiving underwriting for thinner military credit files

Why it earns its spot

  • +2% flat with no fee if you land the Plus version
  • +$250 bonus on just $2,500 spend is generous for a no-fee card
  • +No FTF makes it deployment-friendly

Where it costs you

  • Standard version is only 1.5%, and the tier is set at approval
  • Navy Federal membership required
  • The old 1.75% direct-deposit boost was retired in 2024

The Compound Verdict

A legit 2% card hiding inside a credit union, with a bonus most no-fee cards cannot match. The catch is the two-tier structure: under a $5,000 limit you get 1.5% and there is no upgrade button. Strong pick for anyone already banking with Navy Federal.

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