RBC® Cash Back Preferred World Elite Mastercard

Last updated: December 10, 2025
  • Up to 12% cash back†
  • $99 annual fee
Offer available until March 25, 2026
Sign up bonus:
Earn 12% cash back in the first three months, up to $2,000 spent on eligible net purchases
Annual fee:
$99
Interest rates:
20.99% purchases
22.99% cash advances (21.99% QC)
22.99% balance transfers (21.99% QC)
Earning rate:
1.5% cash back on all qualifying purchases up to $25,000 spent
1% cash back on all qualifying purchases over $25,000
Insurance:
Basic

The RBC® Cash Back Preferred World Elite Mastercard is marketed as as premium cash back card, with a simple earning structure for those who want a decent return on their spending without having to concern themselves with bonus categories.

Bonuses & Fees

The RBC® Cash Back Preferred World Elite Mastercard is currently offering 12% cash back in the first three months, up to $2,000 spent on all eligible net purchases.

The annual fee is $99, with free supplementary cards.

Earning Rewards

Outside the welcome bonus period, the card earns:

  • 1.5% cash back on all qualifying purchases up to $25,000 spent per Annual Period
  • 1% cash back on all qualifying purchases over $25,000, with no maximum

There are no bonus categories to track, and cash back is earned on net purchases only (not on cash advances, fees, or interest).

Redeeming Rewards

There are two ways to redeem RBC® cash back:

  • Upon reaching a cash back balance of at least $25, call RBC® (1-800-769-2512) to credit the entire amount to your account
  • Automatically credited every January and appears on February statement

Perks & Benefits

The RBC® Cash Back Preferred World Elite Mastercard includes a handful of benefits.

DashPass from DoorDash

Get a complimentary 12-month DashPass subscription when you add your eligible RBC credit card and activate the offer.

This gives you:

  • $0 delivery fees on orders of $15+
  • Reduced service fees at eligible restaurants

Petro-Canada: Fuel Savings + Points Boost

Link your RBC card and automatically enjoy:

  • 3¢/L off every fill-up
  • 20% more Petro-Points on qualifying purchases

No need to swipe your Petro-Points card—your linked RBC card does the work.

Rexall: Earn More With Be Well™

Scan your Be Well card and pay with your linked RBC card to earn:

  • 50 Be Well points per $1 spent on eligible purchases

This can be a powerful stacking opportunity when combined with Be Well promotions.

Moi Rewards at Metro, Food Basics & More

With your Moi Rewards card and linked RBC card, earn:

  • 1 extra Moi point for every $2 spent at Metro, Food Basics, Super C, Jean Coutu, Brunet, or Première Moisson (minimum purchase thresholds apply)

Mastercard Travel Pass (DragonPass)

As a World Elite Mastercard cardholder, you receive:

  • Complimentary DragonPass membership, with access to 1,300+ lounges
  • Pay-per-visit pricing (currently US$32 per person)

Insurance Coverage

The RBC® Cash Back Preferred World Elite Mastercard card offers basic insurance coverage, which is below par for a World Elite card.

Auto Rental Collision/Loss Damage Waiver Insurance

Covers eligible rental cars with an MSRP up to $65,000.

Purchase Security

Protects eligible purchases against loss, theft, or damage for 120 days.

Extended Warranty

Triples the manufacturer’s original Canadian warranty, up to two additional years.

Legal Disclaimers

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As a World Elite product, this credit card has a minimum personal annual income requirement of $80,000 or a minimum household income of $150,000 to be eligible.

Refer to RBC® page for up to date offer terms and conditions.

1 Comment
  1. Peter Vlowianitis

    Credit card companies must have the best lawyers on their payroll because the methods used to advertise any given card are SO deceitful. Example: airport lounge pass to over 2300 lounges. PASS is the key word which implies FREE ENTRY but there IS an entry fee per member AND per guest. If 4 people enter a lounge and pay $32 each they’re better off to eat a $32 meal at any decent restaurant!!!

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