According to a DOC report, if you are a Citi Gold customer, you may be able to apply for the Citi Premier at a local Citi branch and get a 70,000-point welcome bonus offer. The spending requirement is also $4,000 within 3 months. If you are a Citi Gold customer, you can ask Citi to match you to this offer. Calling in may have a higher success rate.

Citi Strata Premier Credit Card

One of the best all-around credit cards for both everyday spending and travel. Plus, get a $100 annual hotel benefit.

  • Welcome bonus: 60,000 ThankYou Points (Spend $4,000 in three months)
  • Rewards: 10x on hotels, car rentals, and attractions booked through Citi Travel; 3x at supermarkets, restaurants, gas stations, on airfare, hotels, and EV charging; 1x on all other purchases
  • Redemption: Points can be transferred 1:1 to airline and hotel loyalty programs, or redeemed for cash back
  • Annual fee: $95
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