Summary Turkish Airlines launches a new credit card offering miles to US residents. Cardholders can earn up to 3X miles and receive a 40,000-point bonus. The credit card lacks specific benefits and has a $99 annual fee, but helps earn miles with no foreign transaction fees.

Turkish Airlines has launched a new Miles&Smiles Premier Visa Signature Credit Card for US residents. With the most extensive global network, Turkish Airlines aims to attract more US passengers and provide them with another way to earn award travel within the Star Alliance network through its Miles&Smiles frequent flier program. Miles&Smiles Premier Visa Signature Credit Card overview Like all credit cards linked to the airline’s loyalty program, this card allows holders to earn miles that can be redeemed for travel perks.

Cardholders earn: 3X miles on Turkish Airlines flights and other purchases 2X miles spent on dining, groceries, entertainment, and lodging 1X miles on everything else In addition, upon applying, cardholders receive an initial bonus, which includes: 40,000 Miles&Smiles points after spending $3,000 within 90 days of opening the account. Limited edition metal card: the first 5,000 approved customers will receive the exclusive, limited edition metal card The initial 40,000-point bonus offer is sufficient to cover a one-way economy ticket from any location in North America to Istanbul (IST). The Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles Premier Visa Signature Card provides exclusive access to Visa Sign.