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Marriott Bonvoy Boundless®
Annual Fee
$95/yr
Rewards Rate
2x-6x
Intro Offer
3 free night awards
Regular APR
21.49%-28.49% Variable
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless®
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless®
3 free night awards. 6x at Marriott. Annual free night certificate.
Our take
Mid-tier Marriott card with a sign-up bonus of 3 free nights (each worth up to 50k points). Annual free night certificate and automatic Silver Elite status make it worthwhile for regular Marriott guests.
Highlights
What we like
3 free night awards as sign-up bonus
Annual free night certificate (up to 35k points)
6x at Marriott properties
Automatic Silver Elite status
The trade-off
$95 annual fee
Rewards tied to Marriott ecosystem only
Points devaluation risk with award chart changes
Is this card right for you?
Answer a few quick questions — we'll tell you if it fits your spending habits and credit profile.
Full details
Rewards & Perks
| Rewards rate | 2x-6x |
| Rewards type | Points |
| Bonus categories | 6x on Marriott purchases2x on all |
| Welcome offer | 3 free night awards |
| Offer requirements | each worth up to 50,000 points after $3,000 spend in first 3 months |
Fees & APR
| Annual fee | $95/year |
| Intro APR (purchases) | N/A |
| Ongoing APR | 21.49%-28.49% Variable |
| Foreign transaction fee | None |
Eligibility
| Recommended credit score | 670-850 |
Frequently asked questions
What credit score do I need?
This card typically requires a 670-850 credit score. Building or maintaining good credit before applying improves your approval odds.
Are there foreign transaction fees?
No — this card has no foreign transaction fee, making it an excellent choice for international travel and purchases.
How do I earn the welcome offer?
each worth up to 50,000 points after $3,000 spend in first 3 months
Can I product-change or upgrade this card?
Many issuers allow product changes within the same card family. Contact the issuer directly after 12 months of card membership to ask about upgrade options.
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless®