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U.S. Bank Cash+® Secured Visa® Card

Build credit and earn cash back with a secured Visa card with a $0 annual fee and quarterly Cash+ category selection.

Entry LevelPersonal
Visa
$0
Annual fee
5% back prepaid air, hotel and car reservations in the travel center
Top rate
N/A
Foreign fee
N/A
Rating

Earning Rates

Prepaid air, hotel and car reservations in the Travel Center
5%cash back

Earn 5% cash back on prepaid air, hotel and car reservations booked directly in the Travel Center when using this card. Disclosure describes this as 1% base cash back plus an additional 4% cash back for eligible Travel Center prepaid air, car and hotel reservations; allow 1-2 statement billing cycles for bonus cash back to appear.

Two chosen 5% Cash+ categories
5%cash back

Cardmember must enroll each quarter into two chosen 5% categories. Earn 5% cash back on the first $2,000 in combined Net Purchases each quarter in those categories; purchases over $2,000 earn 1% cash back. Listed 5% categories include fast food, home utilities, TV/internet/streaming, department stores, cell phone providers, electronic stores, sporting goods stores, furniture stores, movie theaters, ground transportation, gyms/fitness centers and select clothing stores. If categories are not enrolled each quarter, all Net Purchases earn no more than 1% cash back.

One chosen 2% everyday category
2%cash back

Cardmember must enroll each quarter into one chosen 2% everyday category. Eligible examples shown include grocery stores and grocery delivery, restaurants, and gas stations and EV charging stations. Grocery store and supermarket purchases at discount stores/supercenters such as Target and Walmart and wholesale clubs earn only 1%; gas station and EV charging station purchases at discount stores/supercenters, wholesale clubs and grocery stores/supermarkets earn only 1%. No limit on 2% cash back earnings is stated.

All other eligible purchases
1%cash back

Earn 1% cash back on all other eligible purchases. No limit on 1% cash back earnings is stated. Transactions such as convenience checks, balance transfers, advances, interest charges and fees, credit insurance premiums, and certain prepaid/currency/cash-convertible transactions are not eligible to earn rewards.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • No annual fee
  • Customizable cash back up to 5% on chosen categories
  • Secured card helps build credit
  • Unlimited 1% cash back on other purchases

Cons

  • Requires security deposit of $300 to $5,000
  • No welcome bonus
  • Rewards require quarterly category selection
  • Entry-level for poor credit only

Key Takeaways

  • Security deposit of $300 to $5,000 sets credit limit
  • Zero annual fee for ongoing use
  • 5% cash back on two chosen categories per quarter
  • 2% on one everyday category and 1% base rate
  • Visa network for broad acceptance

Fees

Fee TypeAmount
Annual Fee$0

Card Benefits

6 benefits

Lifestyle Benefits

Other Insurance

Coverage Tier Legend

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StandardTypical coverage
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Hidden Gems

Quarterly Category Flexibility

Choose two 5% categories and one 2% everyday category each quarter to match spending habits.

High Deposit Credit Limit

Up to $5,000 deposit allows a substantial credit limit for a secured card.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the annual fee for the U.S. Bank Cash+ Secured Visa Card?
The card has no annual fee. This applies every year.
What security deposit is required?
A security deposit of $300 to $5,000 is required. The deposit amount sets the credit limit.
What credit score is needed to apply?
The card requires poor credit. It is designed for entry-level secured card users.
How do the cash back rewards work?
Earn 5% cash back on two categories chosen each quarter. Earn 2% on one everyday category chosen each quarter and 1% on all other eligible purchases.
Is there a welcome bonus offer?
No welcome bonus is available. Rewards start with regular purchases.
What network does the card use?
It is a Visa card. This provides wide acceptance.
Who is this card for?
It suits personal use for those building credit. The entry-level secured design fits poor credit profiles.
Can categories for higher rewards change?
Yes, choose two 5% categories and one 2% everyday category each quarter.

About This Card

This card fits people with poor credit seeking to build credit history through a secured card. It appeals to those wanting customizable cash back without an annual fee.

The U.S. Bank Cash+ Secured Visa Card is a secured cash back credit card for building credit. It has a $0 annual fee, requires a $300 to $5,000 refundable security deposit, earns cash back in quarterly selected categories, and reports card status to the three major credit bureaus.

It offers customizable up to 5% cash back categories on a secured card, which is uncommon for credit-building products.

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