RBC Avion Reward points can be transferred between different credit cards, and even between different people. This is particularly useful if you’re closing a card, want to combine your points with those of your spouse for a trip, or simply want to centralize all your points in a single account.
Here are all the options available to you and the steps you need to follow to make these transfers a breeze.
Transferring points between RBC Avion accounts is quick and easy. You can do so online at Avion Rewards, or by telephone with a customer service agent.
Here is the step-by-step procedure for transferring your points from the Avion Rewards website:
That’s it! A confirmation will be displayed with your new points balance and a confirmation number.
The transfer is immediate and cannot be cancelled. However, you can transfer the points back if you change your mind.
To transfer your points by phone, contact RBC Avion Rewards at 1-800-769-2512.
Before you call, make sure you have:
The agent will proceed with the transfer after verifying your identity. The transfer is immediate, just like the online method.
This service is available Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (ET) and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (ET).
Avion point transfers are also possible between:
In all cases, the transfer procedure remains the same. All Avion points, whether from a credit card or an RBC bank account, can be combined on a single card.
RBC Avion Rewards allows points to be transferred between cardholders, including spouses and family members.
Airline points can be transferred to:
Here is an excerpt from the Avion Rewards program terms and conditions for bank accounts:
The primary cardholder and the co-applicant of the account (if applicable) can transfer Points from the Rewards account linked to their account to another Rewards account linked to any other eligible account that either of them also owns as the primary applicant, co-applicant, primary cardholder, co-applicant or business owner, at any time, in accordance with the program terms.
To transfer points, both people must be joint holders of an RBC bank account (chequing or savings) or credit card. The transfer process takes place online, but requires a few preliminary steps.
If you choose a joint account, you can add a co-applicant online at RBC. Both people must already have an RBC chequing or savings account to proceed. Alternatively, you can open a joint account in-branch.
To add a co-applicant to a credit card, you need to apply in-branch or fill out a co-application form and mail it in. This option is less beneficial in most cases, since you’ll have to pay the fees for an additional credit card.
Once co-owner status has been established, it takes 4 to 5 days before points can be transferred between accounts. Each person must have their own Avion Rewards account.
The procedure for transferring points then remains the same as that explained above.
RBC is currently offering excellent welcome offers on its range of Avion cards.
With this offer for RBC Avion Visa Infinite Card, you can earn up to 55,000 Avion points:
You can use your Avion Rewards points for travel or convert them to other loyalty programs such as:
The current welcome offer, for example, gives you the equivalent of 55,000 British Airways Avios or 550 WestJet Dollars.
With the RBC Avion Visa Infinite Card, you earn 1 point per dollar and 1.25 points for travel purchases.
What’s more, you’ll benefit from a wide range of insurances: trip cancellation and interruption insurance, out-of-province or out-of-country emergency medical care insurance, collision and damage insurance for rental vehicles, and mobile device insurance.
Compare other RBC Avion cards:
Transferring RBC Avion points, whether between your cards or with others, allows you to maximize the value of your rewards. To make the most of your points, consult our guides on using Avion points for travel and transferring them to partner programs such as British Airways Avios and WestJet.
Finally, keep an eye out for transfer promotions, which usually take place twice a year, to earn up to 30% more points!
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