Why do you need a Mastercard to shop at Costco?

In Canada, Costco only accepts Mastercard, neither Visa nor American Express. This is a commercial exclusivity negotiated in 2014 during the transition from the former Amex partnership. Result: if your primary rewards card is a Visa or an Amex, it is useless at Costco locations. The solution: add a secondary Mastercard dedicated to your Costco purchases. That’s where cards like the Neo World Elite® Mastercard - Everywhere or the Rogers Red World Elite® Mastercard® become strategic.

Jean-Maximilien Voisine

Jean-Maximilien Voisine is the President and Founder of Milesopedia and a leading expert in rewards programs, credit cards, and travel across Canada, France, and the U.S.A. Now 40 years old and a father of two, he has explored more than 100 countries—many of them alongside his wife Audrey and their children. Specializing in loyalty programs such as Aeroplan, Flying Blue, American Express Membership Rewards, and Marriott Bonvoy, Jean-Maximilien helps travellers unlock the full potential of their points and benefits. His mission: empower others to travel better and smarter across North America and Europe.

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