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Barclaycard Avios Plus
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MASTERCARD
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Barclaycard Avios Plus

4.2 4.2 out of 5 8.4/10 DebitCue Score Verified

Premium Avios earning at 1.5x — with a lower spend threshold for the upgrade voucher.

Fee
£20 GBP/mo (≈ $25)
Purchase APR
29.9% - 80.1%
Interest-free
56 days
Foreign fee
2.99%
Rewards
1.5 Avios per £1 spent on eligible purchases; upgrade voucher after £10,000 annual spend
Welcome offer
25,000 Avios when you spend £3,000 in the first 3 months

Our verdict

What stands out, and where it falls short.

What we like

  • 1.5 Avios per £1 spent on eligible purchases; upgrade…
  • Welcome bonus
  • 56-day interest-free period
  • Airport lounge access
  • Travel insurance included

Worth weighing

  • £20 GBP/mo (≈ $25) card fee
  • 2.99% foreign transaction fee
  • High interest if you carry a balance

Who It Is For

Whether the Barclaycard Avios Plus fits how you actually spend.

Pick it if you are

  • Frequent travelers
  • People who want rewards on their spending
  • Travelers who value airport lounges

Skip it if you are

  • Light spenders who won't beat the £20 GBP/mo (≈ $25) fee
  • Frequent international travelers

Rates and fees

As of

All amounts shown in GBP.

Card fee
£20 GBP/mo (≈ $25)
Purchase APR
29.9% - 80.1%
Interest-free period
56 days
Foreign transaction fee
2.99%
Monthly fee
£20 (£240 per year)
Purchase APR
29.9% variable
Representative APR (incl. fee)
80.1% variable
Foreign exchange fee
2.99% on non-sterling transactions

Rewards and features

Rewards
1.5 Avios per £1 spent on eligible purchases; upgrade voucher after £10,000 annual spend
Welcome offer
25,000 Avios when you spend £3,000 in the first 3 months
Pay with
Apple Pay, Google Pay, Contactless
Upgrade voucher alternative
7,000 Avios may be taken instead of the upgrade voucher

Benefits and perks

Extras that come bundled with the card.

  • Dragonpass airport lounge access
    Discounted access at 1,000+ lounges worldwide at £24 per visit; 4 free passes per year for Barclays Premier account holders
  • Upgrade voucher
    Avios cabin upgrade voucher after £10,000 spend in a card year (lower threshold than free card); valid 2 years

Eligibility

What you need before you apply.

Minimum income
£20,000 per year
Reapplication rule
Cannot have held any Barclaycard in the previous 6 months; bonus cooling-off period 24 months from bonus receipt

Barclaycard Avios Plus: your questions answered

How much does the Barclaycard Avios Plus cost?
The Barclaycard Avios Plus costs £20 GBP/mo (≈ $25).
What rewards does the Barclaycard Avios Plus earn?
The Barclaycard Avios Plus earns 1.5 Avios per £1 spent on eligible purchases; upgrade voucher after £10,000 annual spend.
Does the Barclaycard Avios Plus charge foreign transaction fees?
Yes - the Barclaycard Avios Plus charges a 2.99% foreign transaction fee.
Is there an interest-free period on the Barclaycard Avios Plus?
Yes - up to 56 days interest-free when you pay your balance in full by the due date.
What is the interest rate on the Barclaycard Avios Plus?
The Barclaycard Avios Plus has a purchase APR of 29.9% - 80.1%.
Does the Barclaycard Avios Plus have a welcome offer?
Yes - 25,000 Avios when you spend £3,000 in the first 3 months.
Is the Barclaycard Avios Plus a credit, debit or prepaid card?
The Barclaycard Avios Plus is a credit card issued by Barclaycard UK on the Mastercard network.
Does the Barclaycard Avios Plus support Apple Pay and Google Pay?
Yes - the Barclaycard Avios Plus works with both Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Where can I get the Barclaycard Avios Plus?
The Barclaycard Avios Plus is currently offered in United Kingdom.
How does DebitCue rate the Barclaycard Avios Plus?
DebitCue rates the Barclaycard Avios Plus 4.2 out of 5 (8.4/10), scored on the same factors as every card - fees, rewards, perks and ease of use.

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