How does the Aeroplan 25K status benefit work for new cardholders?

When you're approved for the Aeroplan Credit Card, you'll receive complimentary Aeroplan 25K status valid for the remainder of the calendar year in which you open the card, plus the entire following calendar year. For example, if you apply in September 2025, your status would be valid through December 31, 2026. To maintain this status beyond that period, you'll need to spend $15,000 on the card in each calendar year or meet Air Canada's standard qualification requirements through flying.

How does the 10% Chase Ultimate Rewards transfer bonus work?

As an Aeroplan Credit Card holder, you'll automatically receive a 10% bonus when transferring Chase Ultimate Rewards points to Aeroplan. This applies when transferring 50,000 or more points in a single transaction. For example, if you transfer 50,000 Chase points, you'll receive 55,000 Aeroplan points (50,000 base points plus 5,000 bonus points). The bonus points will post separately within 72 hours of the initial transfer. You can receive a maximum of 25,000 bonus points per year through this benefit, which you'd reach after transferring 250,000 Chase points.

How does the Pay Yourself Back feature work with the Aeroplan Credit Card?

The Pay Yourself Back feature allows you to redeem Aeroplan points toward any travel purchase (airline, hotel, or rental car) at a rate of 1.25 cents per point, up to 50,000 points per year. To use this feature, make an eligible travel purchase with your card, then log into your Aeroplan account within 90 days to apply points toward that purchase. Starting in October 2025, this feature will also be available for Amazon.com purchases, though the redemption rate hasn't been announced yet. This feature provides flexibility to use your Aeroplan points beyond traditional award bookings.

Does the free checked bag benefit require paying for the flight with the Aeroplan Credit Card?

No, you don't need to pay for your Air Canada flight with the Aeroplan Credit Card to receive the free first checked bag benefit. As long as you're the primary cardmember and have your Aeroplan number linked to the reservation, you and up to eight others traveling on the same itinerary will receive a free first checked bag on Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge, or Air Canada Express flights. This benefit can save $30 per person per flight, potentially providing hundreds of dollars in value annually for frequent travelers.