$270
First-year value
$240
cash back
$99
Annual fee
First Year Free
Based on the minimum spend required to earn the full welcome bonus.
Offer ends March 25, 2026
Last updated: December 10, 2025
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.
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†.
Outside the welcome bonus period, the card earns:
There are no bonus categories to track, and cash back is earned on net purchases only (not on cash advances, fees, or interest).
There are two ways to redeem RBC® cash back:
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:
Link your RBC card and automatically enjoy:
Rexall: Earn More With Be Well™†
Scan your Be Well card and pay with your linked RBC card to earn:
Moi Rewards at Metro, Food Basics & More†
With your Moi Rewards card and linked RBC card, earn:
As a World Elite Mastercard cardholder, you receive:
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†.
Last updated: December 10, 2025