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How do I earn Miles?

You earn 1.5 Miles on every $1 you spend on purchases with no limits.

Is there a limit to the number of Miles I can earn?

There is NO limit to the number of Miles you can earn.

Will my Miles expire?

Rewards have no expiration. We will credit your account with your rewards balance if your account is closed or if you have not yet used it within 18 months.

Where do I find the number of Miles I have available to redeem?

You can always find your Miles balance under "Miles Available to Redeem" on the first page of your monthly statement. You can also see your available Miles when you redeem online. Not registered for the Account Center? Register Now.

When will I see the Miles I've earned on my statement?

Discover will add the Miles you’ve earned in each billing cycle to your account at the end of each billing period, and you will see the total on your monthly statement. If you have questions about Miles which have not posted to your Miles account, call our 100% U.S. based service team at the number on the back of your card.

Can I transfer Miles from another card or frequent flier program to my Miles Card account?

No, you can't transfer Miles from another program.

If my card is lost or stolen, will my Miles be transferred to my new account?

Yes, we will automatically transfer your Miles to your new Discover it Miles account. Redemption may not be available for approximately 24-48 hours if your card is lost or stolen.

How do I apply for Discover it Miles?

Apply for Discover it Miles online or by calling 1-800-DISCOVER (1-800-347-2683).

Do I have to redeem my Miles all at one time?

No, you can redeem Miles in any amount and your Miles never expire. We will credit your account with your rewards balance if your account is closed or if you have not used it within 18 months.

How can I redeem my Miles?

You can redeem Miles in any amount as a credit toward travel purchases on your statement or get cash as a direct deposit to your bank account. Travel Purchases include a purchase made within the last 180 days on commercial airline tickets; hotel rooms; car rentals; cruises; tour operators; vacation packages purchased through airlines, travel agents, online travel sites; local and suburban commuter transportation, including ferries; passenger railways; taxicabs and limousines; and charter/tour bus lines. Purchases made using Near Field Communication (NFC), virtual wallets or similar technology may not be eligible.

Any way you redeem, 1 Mile equals 1 penny.

You can redeem Miles in the Account Center or by phone with the number on the back of your card.  If you're not registered for the Account Center, Register Now.

How do I redeem for a credit for my Travel Purchase?

Redeeming for a Travel Credit is easy:

  • Log in to the Account Center. (Or Register Now if you’re not registered).
  • Click "Redeem Miles"
  • Click "Travel Credit"
  • Tell us which Travel Purchases you want to pay for with Miles.
  • And that’s it.

Are there limitations to the number of Miles that I need in order to redeem?

There are no limitations to the number of Miles you need in order to redeem. You can redeem Miles in the Account Center or by phone at the number on the back of your card. If you’re not registered for the Account Center, Register Now.

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