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Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard
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Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard

4.4 4.4 out of 5 8.8/10 DebitCue Score Verified

Collect Austrian Airlines miles on every purchase with Priority Pass lounge access

Fee
€237.6 EUR/yr (≈ $260)
25% discount for Miles & More Senator Status holders; free for HON Circle Members
Purchase APR
from 5.19%
Interest-free
-
Foreign fee
1.5%
Rewards
1 mile per €1.50 spent on eligible purchases. 1 bonus mile per €1 spent on austrian.com. Miles are protected from expiry (Meilenschutz). Miles can be exchanged for Points and Qualifying Points for frequent flyer status.
Welcome offer
3,000 welcome miles upon card opening; 40 additional Points for applications completed by 30.06.2026

Our verdict

What stands out, and where it falls short.

What we like

  • 1 mile per €1.50 spent on eligible purchases. 1…
  • Welcome bonus
  • Airport lounge access
  • Travel insurance included
  • Pay in installments

Worth weighing

  • €237.6 EUR/yr (≈ $260) card fee
  • 1.5% foreign transaction fee

Who It Is For

Whether the Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard fits how you actually spend.

Pick it if you are

  • Frequent travelers
  • People who want rewards on their spending
  • Travelers who value airport lounges
  • People who pay big purchases off over time

Skip it if you are

  • Light spenders who won't beat the €237.6 EUR/yr (≈ $260) fee
  • Frequent international travelers

Rates and fees

As of

All amounts shown in EUR.

Card fee
€237.6 EUR/yr (≈ $260)
Purchase APR
from 5.19%
Interest-free period
-
Foreign transaction fee
1.5%
Monthly fee
€19.80/month (€237.60/year); 25% off for Senator Status; free for HON Circle
Miles earning rate
1 mile per €1.50 spend; 1 bonus mile per €1 on austrian.com
Foreign transaction fee
1.5% (refundable 6× per year via George)

Rewards and features

Rewards
1 mile per €1.50 spent on eligible purchases. 1 bonus mile per €1 spent on austrian.com. Miles are protected from expiry (Meilenschutz). Miles can be exchanged for Points and Qualifying Points for frequent flyer status.
Welcome offer
3,000 welcome miles upon card opening; 40 additional Points for applications completed by 30.06.2026
Installments
Split Now: divide purchases €50–€4,800 into up to 4 monthly instalments; first 6 per year free
Pay with
Apple Pay, Google Pay, Contactless
Priority Pass lounge access
4 complimentary visits/year at 1,800+ lounges globally

Benefits and perks

Extras that come bundled with the card.

  • 4 complimentary annual Priority Pass lounge visits at 1,800+ airports worldwide
  • Comprehensive worldwide travel insurance (medical, cancellation, baggage, flight delay, ski, liability) from day 1
  • Foreign currency fee (1.5%) refundable 6 times per year via George
  • 4 complimentary FastTrack security passes at Vienna Airport Schwechat annually
  • Austrian Airlines Business Class check-in access for card holders

Eligibility

What you need before you apply.

Application method
Active application required via George app or branch; no automatic transfer from previous issuer

Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard: your questions answered

How much does the Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard cost?
The Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard costs €237.6 EUR/yr (≈ $260). 25% discount for Miles & More Senator Status holders; free for HON Circle Members.
What rewards does the Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard earn?
The Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard earns 1 mile per €1.50 spent on eligible purchases. 1 bonus mile per €1 spent on austrian.com. Miles are protected from expiry (Meilenschutz). Miles can be exchanged for Points and Qualifying Points for frequent flyer status..
Does the Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard charge foreign transaction fees?
Yes - the Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard charges a 1.5% foreign transaction fee.
What is the interest rate on the Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard?
The Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard has a purchase APR of from 5.19%.
Does the Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard have a welcome offer?
Yes - 3,000 welcome miles upon card opening; 40 additional Points for applications completed by 30.06.2026.
Can I pay in installments with the Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard?
Yes - Split Now: divide purchases €50–€4,800 into up to 4 monthly instalments; first 6 per year free.
Is the Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard a credit, debit or prepaid card?
The Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard is a credit card issued by Erste Bank on the Mastercard network.
Does the Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard support Apple Pay and Google Pay?
Yes - the Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard works with both Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Where can I get the Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard?
The Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard is currently offered in Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia and 22 more.
How does DebitCue rate the Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard?
DebitCue rates the Erste Bank Austrian Miles & More Premiumcard 4.4 out of 5 (8.8/10), scored on the same factors as every card - fees, rewards, perks and ease of use.

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