U.S. Bank

SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa®

Highest earn rate in Other at 3.2% effective value

The SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa® from U.S. Bank earns up to 3.2% effective value on other in Madeen's catalog snapshot. It has no annual fee. New applicants may see: Earn 10,000 Bonus Miles when you spend $1,000 in eligible purchases within the first 90 days.. Madeen compares this card against the cards you already carry — no bank login required.

Top category
Other
Effective value
3.2%
Annual fee
$0

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SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa® card art
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Catalog snapshot 2026-05-01
Updated 2026-06-03
Data source Madeen catalog analysis

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What does the SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa earn in each category?

Other is the strongest category at 3.2% effective value (2x miles at about 1.6 cents each). That other rate ranks higher than about 87% of the 1,546 cards we track in that category. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.

Other is the strongest category at 3.2% effective value (2x miles at about 1.6 cents each). That other rate ranks higher than about 87% of the 1,546 cards we track in that category.

Category Earn rate Effective value
Dining
Restaurants, cafes, takeout
1x miles 1.6%
Grocery
Supermarkets and grocery stores
1x miles 1.6%
Gas
Gas stations and fuel
1x miles 1.6%
Travel
Flights, hotels, transit
1x miles 1.6%
Other
General everyday spend
2x miles 3.2% Top category

Madeen values Korean Air SKYPASS at about 1.6 cents each. Madeen compares every card using this cash-equivalent estimate while still showing the raw earn rate for context.

Reward rules

What are the SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa reward caps and conditions?

The SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa has 1 notable cap or condition rule(s) in Madeen's catalog, including activation windows, spend limits, and category exclusions. Review each bullet below before assuming unlimited earn rates. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.

  • 2X miles on streaming services
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Who should get the SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa?

The SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa fits spenders who put meaningful volume in other and can earn 2x miles. Best for spenders who put meaningful volume in other and can earn 2x miles. The welcome bonus can help if you can meet the spend requirement.

SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa fits spenders who put meaningful volume in other and can earn 2x miles. Madeen ranks its other effective rate higher than about 87% 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 other and can earn 2x miles. The welcome bonus can help if you can meet the spend requirement.

Compare it against simpler no-fee cards if you want minimum complexity.

Best for other-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 other at about 3.2% effective (2x miles).
  • That other rate ranks higher than about 87% of cards we track in the category.
  • No annual fee in our catalog snapshot.
  • No foreign transaction fee listed.

Cons

  • Korean Air SKYPASS value depends on how you redeem, not straight cash back.
Fees and bonus

Does the SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa have an annual fee, and what's the welcome bonus?

The SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa has an annual fee of $0 and a foreign transaction fee of None. New applicants may see: Earn 10,000 Bonus Miles when you spend $1,000 in eligible purchases within the first 90 days.. Confirm current issuer terms before applying.

Annual fee
$0
Foreign transaction fee
None
Signup bonus
Earn 10,000 Bonus Miles when you spend $1,000 in eligible purchases within the first 90 days.
Benefits

What benefits come with the SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa?

The SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa includes Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver, Booking.com, Dovly Uplift™ 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.

  • Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver

    Get insurance coverage for car rentals made with your Visa card

  • Booking.comIncluded with Visa Traditional

    Purchase qualifying stays with your eligible Visa Credit or Debit card and get up to 8% in Travel Credits to use on future flights, stays, car rentals, attractions, car rentals, taxis and more.

  • Dovly Uplift™Included with Visa Traditional

    Get free access to Dovly Uplift. Dovly helps you raise your credit score and get more for your money. While Dovly's platform is designed to remove inaccuracies from your credit report, every case is different, and not everyone will achieve the same results.

  • OpenTableIncluded with Visa Traditional

    Eligible Visa cardholders can enjoy special events access to the hottest dining events on OpenTable. Restrictions apply.

  • Roadside Dispatch®Included with Visa Traditional

    This is a pay-per-use roadside assistance program available 24x7. Roadside Dispatch will ask for your location, find out what the problem is, and will remain on the phone with you while arranging a dispatch to a reliable tow operator or locksmith. You pay a set price per service call.

  • Sofar SoundsIncluded with Visa Traditional

    Enjoy a free ticket per show with the purchase of one or more tickets, plus you can access 7-day Visa Exclusive Presale opportunities.

  • Trip Cancellation/Trip Interruption Reimbursement

    Reimbursement for non-refundable costs when your plans change

  • Trip Delay Reimbursement

    Reimbursement for expenses incurred when your trip is delayed 12+ hours due to a covered hazard

Common questions about the SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa

Does the SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa have an annual fee?

The SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa 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 SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa?

Other is the strongest Madeen category for the SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa at about 3.2% 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 SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa charge foreign transaction fees?

The SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa 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 SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa welcome bonus?

The SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa welcome offer in our snapshot: Earn 10,000 Bonus Miles when you spend $1,000 in eligible purchases within the first 90 days.. Minimum spend, eligibility, and offer windows are set by the issuer and can change. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.

What credit score do you need for the SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa?

Madeen's catalog lists a typical credit range of Excellent for the SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa. 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 SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa?

Rewards on the SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa post as Korean Air SKYPASS. Redemption value depends on how you use Korean Air SKYPASS (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.

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How does the SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa compare to similar cards?

Compare the SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa against H-D™ H.O.G.™ Elite Visa Signature (5% on Gas, $99 fee); U.S. Bank Cash+ Visa Signature (5% on Travel, $0 fee); U.S. Bank Altitude Connect Visa Signature (4% on Gas, $0 fee). Madeen ranks effective value by category and annual fee using the same catalog snapshot dated 2026-05-01.

CardTop categoryEffective valueAnnual fee
SKYPASS SkyBlue Visa
This card
Other3.2%$0
Gas5%$99
Travel5%$0
Gas4%$0
Dining4%$0
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