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Gold Visa® Card
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Leave high interest behind

Simple, safe, and secure purchasing power.

Gold VISA Credit Card

Nothing beats zero

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Purchase Variable APR*: %

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Annual Fee: $

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Good/Excellent Credit

Interest, Fees, & Terms

Card Agreement & Pricing

Traditional Card Benefits1

Gold Visa® Card
No Annual fee icon

No Annual Fee

Gold VISA Credit Card

Nothing beats zero

Pre-qualify for your Gold card

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If you're not a member, see if you pre-qualify before you submit an application, with no risk to your credit score.

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Gold VISA Credit Card

Nothing beats zero

Apply for your Gold card

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Interest, Fees, & Terms

Card Agreement & Pricing

Traditional Card Benefits1

Leave high interest behind

Simple, safe, and secure purchasing power.

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Purchase Variable APR*: %

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Annual Fee: $

credit rating

Good/Excellent Credit

Gold Visa® Card
No Annual fee icon

No Annual Fee

Leave high interest behind

Simple, safe, and secure purchasing power.

percentage

Purchase Variable APR*: %

calendar

Annual Fee: $

credit rating

Good/Excellent Credit

Gold VISA Credit Card

Nothing beats zero

Pre-qualify for your Gold card

Already a member?

Sign in for a faster experience; we’ll automatically fill in part of the application, with no risk to your credit score.

Log In

Not yet a member?

If you're not a member, see if you pre-qualify before you submit an application, with no risk to your credit score.

See If I Pre-Qualify
Gold VISA Credit Card

Nothing beats zero

Apply for your Gold card

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Sign in for a faster experience; we'll automatically fill in part of the application.

Log In

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Not a problem, anyone can join. Apply now and we'll create your membership during this application.

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Interest, Fees, & Terms

Card Agreement & Pricing

Traditional Card Benefits1

Interest rates and charges

Annual Percentage Rate (APR) for purchases introductory APR on purchases made the first months after account opening. After that, the APR for the unpaid purchase balance and any new purchases will be % based on your creditworthiness and will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate*.
APRS for balance transfers % introductory APR for on balance transfers made in the first days after account opening.2 After that, the APR for the unpaid balance will be a standard non-variable rate of %.
APR for cash advances %
Penalty APR and when it applies % if your minimum payment is not received within 60 days, your entire account is subject to change to the non-variable penalty APR. The penalty APR will remain in place until you make three consecutive monthly payments on or before the due date.
How to avoid paying interest on purchases Your due date is at least 25 days after the close of each billing cycle. We will not charge you interest on purchases if you pay your entire account balance, including balance transfers and cash advances, by the due date each month. We will begin charging interest on cash advances and balance transfers on the transaction date.
Annual fee None
Cash advance fee None
Balance transfer fee % per transaction2

*Rates are based on an evaluation of applicant credit. Your actual APR will be disclosed at the time of credit approval.

Credit card applications completed online will require your agreement to receive application notifications and disclosures electronically.

Cardholders may sign up for free electronic statement notification to avoid paying a $ fee for mailed paper statements.

Rates and offers current as of and are subject to change. 

2If your account is eligible for one or more promotional offers, applicable terms will be provided at that time. This transaction is subject to credit approval.

This card is best for:

0% introductory APR on balance transfers.

Low APR

On everyday purchases after introductory period ends.

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Introductory APR

On balance transfers for . % fee applies to each transaction. Subject to credit approval. Read More

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Cell phone protection

$1,000 max in annual protection for paying your monthly wireless bill with your PenFed Card. Terms, conditions, and exclusions apply.

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Zero fraud liability±

For unauthorized transactions made on your card.

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This card is best for:

0% introductory APR on balance transfers.

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Low APR

On everyday purchases after introductory period ends.

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Introductory APR

On balance transfers for . % fee applies to each transaction. Subject to credit approval. Read More

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Cell phone protection

$1,000 max in annual protection for paying your monthly wireless bill with your PenFed Card. Terms, conditions, and exclusions apply.

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Zero fraud liability±

For unauthorized transactions made on your card.

Terms and Conditions

Balance Transfer Offer for Gold Visa Cardholders

% introductory APR for  on balance transfers made in the first days after account opening. After that, the APR for the unpaid balance will be a standard non-variable rate of %. A % balance transfer fee applies to each transfer. This transaction is subject to credit approval. If you take advantage of this balance transfer, you will immediately be charged interest on all purchases made with your credit card unless you pay the entire account balance, including balance transfers, in full each month by the payment due date.

Credit Level Guidelines

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Good/Excellent Credit

 

No declared bankruptcy or loan default in the last 6 months. No accounts more than 90+ days overdue in the last 3 months. No excessive credit inquiries over the last 1 month.

Meeting these criteria is not sufficient alone. Additional factors from your credit history and application will also be considered in the determination of extending credit. You may use the “See if I pre-qualify” button, which will not impact your credit score, as an indication if you may qualify. You can pre-qualify, meet the above criteria, and still be declined.

Explore cardholder benefits

No Foreign Transaction Fees

Using your PenFed card abroad won’t cost you an extra dime. 

Exclusive Offers & Discounts

Check out the latest member-only discounts on a variety of products and services.

Cell Phone Protection

Protect your cell phone against theft and damage for the next calendar month by paying your monthly wireless bill with your PenFed credit card.

Travel Accident Coverage

When you purchase your travel ticket with your PenFed Gold card, you are eligible for accident coverage of up to $100,000. Refer to Traditional Card Benefits PDF.

Roadside Dispatch®

Get convenient, 24/7 pay-per-use roadside assistance for towing, tire change, jump start, lockout service, and more.

Emergency Card Replacement and Cash Disbursement

Quickly and easily get a replacement Visa Card sent to you and/or receive emergency cash at a convenient location, anytime and anywhere, worldwide.

24/7 Fraud Monitoring

Your account is monitored for transactions that may indicate fraudulent activity, and we may contact you immediately if fraud is suspected.

Security Alerts

Get notified via text, email, and phone if PenFed notices potential suspicious transactions on your account.

$0 Fraud Liability±

If your card is lost or stolen, you will not be responsible for unauthorized charges. Learn more.

Card Lock

Instantly lock your misplaced, lost, or stolen card with a single click to stop fraud.

AutoPay

Set up AutoPay for your account, and your payments will be made automatically every month.

PenFed Mobile App

Stay on top of your finances with personalized alerts and real-time updates. Download the PenFed Mobile app.

Authorized User

Share your card’s benefits by adding an authorized user. Learn more.

Digital Wallet

More than just a plastic in your wallet, your card is digital wallet ready for secure mobile, online and in-app purchases. Learn how to set up your Digital Wallet.

24/7 Digital Service

Our online services are available to assist you 24 hours a day. Credit Card Contact Center.

Great savings on interest

See how much you could save by transferring your high-interest credit card balance to PenFed.

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Enter the code from your mail and complete your application in less than 60 seconds!

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FAQs

Yes, you may qualify for an 0% introductory APR for on purchases and balance transfers. Review Interest, Fees, & Terms for more information.

No. Gold card is our low APR card and doesn't earn rewards.

Disclosures

To receive any advertised product, you must become a member of PenFed Credit Union which includes opening a $5 PenFed savings account.

±Visa Zero Liability Policy covers U.S.–issued cards only and does not apply to ATM transactions, PIN transactions not processed by Visa. Cardmembers must notify PenFed promptly of any unauthorized use.

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This credit union is federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration. Rates are current as of May 2025 unless otherwise noted and are subject to change.

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APR = Annual Percentage Rate


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