Norwegian Cruise Line® World Mastercard®
The Norwegian Cruise Line® World Mastercard® from Bank of America earns up to 1.2% effective value on dining in Madeen's catalog snapshot. It has no annual fee. New applicants may see: Get 20,000 bonus points after you make $1,000 or more in purchases in the first 90 days of account opening – which can be redeemed for a $200 off your next Norwegian cruise. Madeen compares this card against the cards you already carry — no bank login required.
- Top category
- Dining
- Effective value
- 1.2%
- Annual fee
- $0
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What does the Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard earn in each category?
Dining is the strongest category at 1.2% effective value (1x points at about 1.2 cents each). That dining rate ranks higher than about 13% of the 1,547 cards we track in that category. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.
Dining is the strongest category at 1.2% effective value (1x points at about 1.2 cents each). That dining rate ranks higher than about 13% of the 1,547 cards we track in that category.
| Category | Earn rate | Effective value |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Restaurants, cafes, takeout | 1x points | 1.2% Top category |
| Grocery Supermarkets and grocery stores | 1x points | 1.2% |
| Gas Gas stations and fuel | 1x points | 1.2% |
| Travel Flights, hotels, transit | 1x points | 1.2% |
| Other General everyday spend | 1x points | 1.2% |
Madeen values Norwegian Cruise Line at about 1.2 cents each. Madeen compares every card using this cash-equivalent estimate while still showing the raw earn rate for context.
Who should get the Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard?
The Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard fits spenders who put meaningful volume in dining and can earn 1x points. Best for spenders who put meaningful volume in dining and can earn 1x points. The welcome bonus can help if you can meet the spend requirement.
Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard fits spenders who put meaningful volume in dining and can earn 1x points. Madeen ranks its dining effective rate higher than about 13% of the catalog in that category. Compare it against cards you already carry with Madeen — no bank login required.
Best for spenders who put meaningful volume in dining and can earn 1x points. The welcome bonus can help if you can meet the spend requirement.
Mostly a flat base earn card without strong category bonuses.
Best for dining-heavy spend when you want to avoid an annual fee; confirm issuer terms before applying. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.
Pros
- Strongest Madeen category is dining at about 1.2% effective (1x points).
- No annual fee in our catalog snapshot.
- No foreign transaction fee listed.
- Welcome bonus may add value if you can meet spend requirements.
Cons
- Norwegian Cruise Line value depends on how you redeem, not straight cash back.
Does the Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard have an annual fee, and what's the welcome bonus?
The Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard has an annual fee of $0 and a foreign transaction fee of None. New applicants may see: Get 20,000 bonus points after you make $1,000 or more in purchases in the first 90 days of account opening – which can be redeemed for a $200 off your next Norwegian cruise. Confirm current issuer terms.
- Annual fee
- $0
- Foreign transaction fee
- None
- Signup bonus
- Get 20,000 bonus points after you make $1,000 or more in purchases in the first 90 days of account opening – which can be redeemed for a $200 off your next Norwegian cruise
What benefits come with the Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard?
The Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard includes FICO® Score, Global emergency services, HealthLock in our snapshot. Perks and benefits can change; verify coverage on the issuer site before you rely on them. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.
- FICO® Score
Now, when you opt-in you can access your FICO® Score updated monthly for free, within your Mobile Banking app or in Online Banking.
- Global emergency servicesIncluded with World Mastercard®
Call 1-800-MASTERCARD (1-800-627-8372) for 24/7 assistance to report a lost or stolen card.
- HealthLockIncluded with World Mastercard®
Enjoy a HealthLock for Mastercard Medical Claim Monitor complimentary membership plus a 90-day upgrade to all HealthLock services at no monthly cost.
- InstacartIncluded with World Mastercard®
Groceries and more delivered in as fast as one hour. Get $10 off your second order each month, and new Instacart+ members can also get three free months of Instacart+.
- Mastercard GolfIncluded with World Mastercard®
Get exclusive PGA TOUR® experiences and access amazing golf benefits with our Golf Concierge Service.
- Mastercard ID Theft ProtectionIncluded with World Mastercard®
Monitor your credit file for fraud, get alerts for suspicious activity and access a resolution specialist.
- Mastercard Music and Entertainment Access benefitIncluded with World Mastercard®
Mastercard gives you exclusive access to ticket presales at top venues and festivals across the U.S. Eligibility restrictions, exclusions and terms apply. Offer expires 3/31/2027.
- Mastercard Transit BenefitIncluded with World Mastercard®
Save when you tap and go with your eligible Mastercard and receive a $2.50 statement credit when you spend $10 or more each month at participating transit systems.
Common questions about the Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard
Does the Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard have an annual fee?
The Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard carries an annual fee of $0 in Madeen's catalog snapshot. Issuer terms can change, so confirm the current fee on the issuer's site before you apply. Madeen does not predict approval or prequalification. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.
What category earns the most with the Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard?
Dining is the strongest Madeen category for the Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard at about 1.2% effective value, based on our catalog snapshot and standard point valuations. Other categories are listed in the effective-rate table on this page. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.
Does the Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard charge foreign transaction fees?
The Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard does not charge a foreign transaction fee in Madeen's catalog snapshot, which can make it stronger for purchases outside the U.S. Issuer terms still control international acceptance and other fees. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.
What is the Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard welcome bonus?
The Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard welcome offer in our snapshot: Get 20,000 bonus points after you make $1,000 or more in purchases in the first 90 days of account opening – which can be redeemed for a $200 off your next Norwegian cruise. Minimum spend, eligibility, and offer windows are set by the issuer and can change.
What credit score do you need for the Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard?
Madeen's catalog lists a typical credit range of Good to Excellent for the Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard. Issuers decide approval using their own criteria; Madeen does not predict approval odds or prequalification. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.
How do you redeem rewards on the Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard?
Rewards on the Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard post as Norwegian Cruise Line. Redemption value depends on how you use Norwegian Cruise Line (statement credit, travel, transfers, or issuer portals). Madeen shows effective cash-equivalent rates using standard valuations. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.
How does the Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard compare to similar cards?
Compare the Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard against AMSA Customized Cash Rewards Card (3% on Dining, $0 fee); Bank of America Customized Cash Rewards (3% on Dining, $0 fee); Bank of America Customized Cash Rewards for Students (3% on Dining, $0 fee). Madeen ranks effective value by category and annual fee using the same catalog snapshot dated 2026-05-01.
| Card | Top category | Effective value | Annual fee |
|---|---|---|---|
Norwegian Cruise Line World Mastercard This card | Dining | 1.2% | $0 |
Bank of America | Dining | 3% | $0 |
Bank of America | Dining | 3% | $0 |
Bank of America | Dining | 3% | $0 |
Bank of America | Dining | 3% | $0 |
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