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American Express
Amex Aeroplan Core
Aeroplan
First Year Bonus
~$430
Welcome Bonus
40,000 pts
Annual Fee
$120
Spend Required
$3,000 (3 mo)
Apply via rebate portal
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Data verified Apr 1, 2026
Earn rates
2x
Air Canada
1.5x
dining
1x
everywhere else
Points value: ~1.5¢/pt average via Aeroplan
Transfer partners
Aeroplan (direct earn — redeems on Star Alliance)
Lounge access
No lounge access
Additional perks
- ✓Free first checked bag on Air Canada (cardholder + up to 8 companions)
- ✓Preferred pricing on Aeroplan awards
- ✓Aeroplan 25K status boost
Insurance coverage
Travel Medical ($5M)
Trip Cancellation
Trip Interruption
Baggage Delay
Lost Baggage
Rental Car
Purchase Protection
Extended Warranty
Card details
NetworkAmerican Express
Annual fee$120
Foreign fee2.5%
Income req.None stated
ProgramAeroplan
