National Bank · Mastercard · Cash back

Reviewed 2026-07-06 · By The Points Standard editorial team

National Bank mycredit Mastercard

4.5/10 · PassNo annual fee

A plain, dependable free card whose Costco acceptance is its one real edge over other no-fee options.

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Standard Score breakdown — Pass

Six weighted components, each rated 0–10. "Contributes" is the rating × weight — add all six and you get the 4.52/10 Standard Score above.

Component (weight)RatingContributes
First-year value (30%)
3.00.90
Ongoing value (20%)
4.50.90
Flexibility (15%)
6.00.90
Perk usability (15%)
3.50.53
Low friction (10%)
8.50.85
Strategic fit (10%)
4.50.45

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The numbers

Annual feeNone
Welcome bonusNo standing welcome bonus confirmed — check current promotional offers before applying
Est. bonus value$0
First-year net value$70

Earn rates

All purchasesUp to 1%

Why it earns its score

  • No annual fee and no minimum income requirement
  • Accepted at Costco — a genuine differentiator among no-fee National Bank cards
  • Simple flat cash-back structure with no categories to track

Where it loses points

  • Flat ~1% rate is unremarkable versus category-boosted no-fee cards
  • No travel insurance or purchase perks beyond the basics
  • No welcome bonus confirmed

Who it's for

National Bank clients who want a genuinely free, no-fuss card that's also accepted at Costco.

Who should skip it

You want a higher flat rate — Tangerine or BMO CashBack earn more in their bonus categories.

Included insurance

Mobile device insurance · Purchase protection

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