How can I apply for the Princess Cruises Rewards Visa?

To apply for the Princess Cruises Rewards Visa Card, fill out the online application form.

What can I redeem points for?

Cruise rewards, cruise discounts, airfare discounts, and onboard merchandise such as wine and spa treatments and celebrations such as special occasions or renewal of vows. View a list of all Princess Rewards.

What is the interest rate?

For information about rates, fees, other costs, the rewards program rules (including accrual rate bonus awards, etc.) and benefits associated with the use of the credit card program. You may also contact Barclays directly at 1-866-504-8231.

Who is the Bank for this credit card?

Our bank partner is Barclays Bank Delaware.

How do I earn points? What do I earn with my purchases?

Cardmembers earn Princess Points for retail purchases less credits, returns, and adjustments (“Net Purchases”) made by you and/or any Authorized User(s) of the Account.

Cardmembers will earn one (1) Princess Point for every one U.S. dollar ($1.00) of Net Purchases made on the Account rounded to the nearest dollar and two (2) Princess Points for every one U.S. dollar ($1.00) of Net Purchases from Princess Cruise Lines including purchase of the cruise itself and onboard purchases.

Cash Advances or Cash Advances at the Casino are not eligible for Points

After using your Card to make an initial purchase or transfer a balance from another credit card, you will be eligible to receive a one time bonus award of ten thousand (10,000) Princess Points. Bonus points will be posted at the close of your first billing statement after an initial qualifying purchase or balance transfer is made.

How long does it take for Princess Points to show up in my account?

Please allow up to 2 billing cycles for Princess Points to be awarded to your Princess Rewards account.

When do Princess Points expire?

Princess Points do not expire provided the credit card account remains active and in good standing. Points will expire when the Princess Cruises Rewards Visa Card is cancelled.

Is there a limit on the number of Princess Points I can earn?

No. There is no limit to the number of Princess Points you can earn.

How will I know how many Princess Points I have accumulated?

After logging into your account at Barclays US, and clicking “My Account” section, you can view your Princess Points balance and redemption history 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Your points balance at the end of each billing cycle is printed on your monthly billing statement. In addition, you can access your point balance via telephone by calling toll free, 866-872-6248. When can I redeem my Princess points? You can start redeeming your Princess points as soon as you make your first purchase, providing your account is open and in good standing. Refer to rewards terms and conditions for additional detail.

Once I have my Princess Points how can I redeem them?

To redeem your Princess Points anytime, log on to your account at Barclays US and click on the My Princess Points link. You may also redeem your Princess Points by calling 866-872-6248 and speaking to a Redemption Specialist by selecting the correct option from the rewards menu. Barclay Redemption Specialists are available 9:00 AM EST to 8:00 PM EST 7 days a week. The Barclay’s Redemption Center is closed most major holidays.

Special Occasion Packages, Princess Cellars, Onboard Merchandise, Spa Experiences and Stateroom Credits:
These rewards can not be redeemed within fifteen (15) days prior to the passenger’s cruise departure date.

How do I book cruise rewards or use cruise discounts?

You can call your Travel Agent to book your cruise or call 1-800-PRINCESS; just be sure to use your Princess Cruises Rewards Visa card to make the purchase. Once your cruise is booked and the purchase has posted to your Princess Cruises Rewards Visa Card account, you may redeem for a discount on BarclaysUS.com or by calling 866-872-6248 and speaking to a Barclays redemption specialist. You will need to provide information specific to your confirmed cruise in order to process the redemption.

Are there black-out dates and capacity restrictions on cruise awards?

No black-out dates or capacity restrictions on cruise awards.

If I redeem my points for an onboard amenity how will it be delivered?

Once you have made your booking and redeemed points for the item you are interested in, your booking will contain information about the item you have redeemed points for. The item will then be delivered to your room.

Can I redeem points for an item but have it sent as a gift to someone taking a Princess Cruise?

Yes. You may redeem your Princess Points for Onboard Spa and Stateroom Credits, Special Occasion Packages, Princess Cellars and Onboard Merchandise for anyone you know taking a Princess Cruise. You will need to know specific information about their cruise in order for us to process the redemption. We will need to know the booking number, name of ship, sailing date, name of the person receiving the gift, and delivery date if applicable.

On which airlines can I redeem my points to receive discounts on airfare?

You can redeem for discounts on airfare on any airline ticket purchased with your Princess Cruises Rewards Visa Card. Simply book your airfare and pay using your Princess Rewards Visa Card. Select the discount you would like to apply against the airfare, add it to you cart and go through the check out process. You will be asked to provide your confirmation number provided by the airline to complete the redemption.

After redeeming Princess points for a reward, when will my points balance be updated?

Your Princess Points balance will be updated to reflect recent activity and redemptions within one business day.

Can I redeem my Princess points if I close my credit card account?

See Terms and Conditions for additional details.

What if I'm close to redeeming but don't have enough Princess points?

You can redeem for cruise discounts on eligible purchases from Princess Cruises and the World's Leading Cruise Lines. If you do not have enough points available to redeem for the full transaction, you can redeem for a partial amount. See rewards terms and conditions for additional details.

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