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Compare Discover credit cards to find the perfect fit

Discover credit cards include rewards like cash back or miles so you can pick the best rewards credit card for you.
Check out these cards with no annual fee.

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See if you’re pre-approved with no harm to your credit score 4
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Discover it Cash Back Credit Card

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Discover it Student Cash Back Credit Card
$100 Bonus

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Earn a $100 Bonus as a statement credit when you spend $300 in the first 3 months. 8

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Unlimited Cashback Match

Unlimited dollar-for-dollar match on all the cash back earned at the end of your first year. 1

Discover it Student Chrome Credit Card

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Discover it Miles Travel Credit Card blue design

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Unlimited Discover Match

We’ll automatically match all the miles you’ve earned at the end of your first year. There is no limit to how much we’ll match. 1

Discover it Chrome Gas and Restaurants Credit Card

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What to do before you apply for a credit card

When you look for credit cards with top features and benefits, you may want to consider perks like introductory APR offers and cash back. Also remember that there are many terms you should consider besides the benefits. If you look for a balance transfer offer or 0% introductory APR, or if you look for terms like no annual fee, cash back or travel rewards, be sure to look into any other fees or rates that the card terms may include.

Credit Card FAQs

Find information on Discover cards, how to apply for a credit card online, and more.
What is a credit limit for a credit card?

Your credit limit is the maximum amount of money you can charge to your credit card account when you make purchases, balance transfers, etc. When you apply for a credit card, the bank or issuer determines your credit limit by reviewing credit information and other information like your income. As you show responsible credit use, credit card issuers may increase your credit card limit.

What credit score is needed to apply for a Discover Credit Card?

Each Discover Card has its own credit score requirements. Other factors, like income, may also influence your eligibility. No matter what Discover Card you choose, cardholders earn Discover Card rewards on every purchase.

Where is Discover Card accepted?

Discover is accepted at 99% of places that take credit cards nationwide. 5 You can earn rewards with your Discover Card when you shop in-store or online, order take-out, fill up your gas tank, and much more.

How can I improve my chances for approvals and higher credit limits when I apply for a credit card?

Credit card companies consider a number of factors in their decision to approve your application, including your credit history and credit score, your income, and more. One of the simplest helpful credit habits is to make at least the minimum payment for all of your bills on time every month.

What are the different types of Discover credit cards?

Discover offers a suite of credit cards that earn rewards on every purchase.

 

Discover it Cash Back: earn cash back rewards on purchases

 

Discover it Miles: great for vacations or staycations

 

Discover it Chrome Gas & Restaurants: earn cash back for eligible gas and restaurant purchases

 

Discover it Student Cash Back: students earn rewards on purchases

 

Discover it Chrome for Students: students earn rewards for eligible gas station and restaurant purchases

How can I prepare to apply for a credit card?

A credit card comparison can help you choose the one that’s best for you. It’s also a good idea to take advantage of online tools to see what offers you might qualify for. Check if you’re pre-approved with no harm to your credit score 4 using Discover’s pre-approval tool. When you find the card that’s right for you, remember a full credit card application may impact your credit score.

How can I view introductory credit card offers and find the best new credit card offers for me?

You may receive credit card offers in the mail, by email, or online. To find the best fit, compare rewards, sign–up bonus or new member offers, benefits — such as security features, APR (including introductory rates), fees, and credit limits. Look for rewards programs that line up with your spending habits. If you know you’ll use credit for groceries, gas, dining, or travel, you may be able to find a card that helps you earn more rewards in those categories.

How can I apply for a credit card from Discover?

You can apply for most Discover credit cards at Discover.com. Keep in mind that you must be at least 18 to apply. All Discover credit cards, including student cards, earn rewards on every eligible purchase — you can choose a credit card that earns cash back or miles.

How does a credit card work?

A credit card works by providing you with a revolving line of credit that you can access as needed. Every month, you’ll receive a statement telling you how much credit you’ve used and the minimum payment due if you choose not to repay the full balance. Paying off your credit card in full every month before the due date instead of carrying a balance could help you avoid interest charges. Otherwise, your unpaid credit card balance accrues interest based on your APR. You can often earn a percentage of your eligible credit card purchases back as rewards, like miles or cash back.

 

When you apply for a credit card, the credit card issuer will pull your credit report — which may result in a hard inquiry — and use it, along with other information you provide, such as your income, to decide whether to approve your application and what your credit limit may be.

What’s the easiest Discover Credit Card to get?

There’s no easy credit card to get. Credit card approval isn’t guaranteed and depends on many factors, like your credit history and income. If you have an established credit history and good credit score, you may find you can get approved for many cards. Students with limited or no credit history may find that a Discover Student Card fits their financial needs. And remember, every Discover credit card earns rewards on purchases.

Learn more about how credit cards work

Have you wondered how many credit cards you should have? Explore if it’s good to have multiple credit cards and strategies for managing many credit cards.

 

Learn how to apply for a credit card online, increase your chances of approval and protect your personal information while applying for credit cards online.

 

Find out which credit cards you qualify for by trying an online card pre-approval tool, checking doesn’t impact your credit score and can personalize your offer.

Rates And Fees Information

The offer terms presented on this page (including, but not limited to, APR rates) may be different than offer terms displayed if you navigate away from this page. Check the terms of your specific offer before you move forward with submitting an application.

  1. Footnote 1:

    Cashback Match: We’ll match all the cash back you’ve earned on your credit card from the day your new account is approved through your first 365 days and add it to your rewards account within two billing periods. You earn cash back only when transactions are processed, which may be after the transaction date. We will not match: rewards that are processed after your match period ends; statement credits; rewards transfers from Discover or Capital One checking or other deposit accounts; or rewards for accounts that are closed. This promotional offer may not be available in the future and is exclusively for new cardholders. No purchase minimums.

     

    Discover Match: We’ll match all the miles you’ve earned on your credit card from the day your new account is approved through your first 365 days and add it to your rewards account within two billing periods. You earn miles only when transactions are processed, which may be after the transaction date. We will not match: rewards that are processed after your match period ends; statement credits; rewards transfers from Discover or Capital One checking or other deposit accounts; or rewards for accounts that are closed. This promotional offer may not be available in the future and is exclusively for new cardholders. No purchase minimums.

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    2% Cash Back at gas and restaurants: You will earn 2% cash back on your first $1000 in combined purchases at gas stations (stand-alone) and restaurants each calendar quarter. Calendar quarters begin January 1, April 1, July 1, and October 1. Purchases at gas stations and restaurants over the quarterly cap, and all other purchases, except as noted below, earn 1% cash back. Gas station purchases include those made at merchants classified as places that sell automotive gasoline that can be bought at the pump or inside the station, and some public electric vehicle charging stations. Gas stations affiliated with supermarkets, supercenters, and wholesale clubs may not be eligible. Restaurant purchases include those made at merchants classified as full-service restaurants, cafes, cafeterias, fast-food locations, and restaurant delivery services. Restaurants located inside of or affiliated with another business, such as hotels or retails stores and establishments classified as a bakery, may not qualify. Purchases must be made with merchants in the U.S. To qualify for 2%, the purchase transaction date must be before or on the last day of the offer or promotion. For online purchases, the transaction date from the merchant may be the date when the item ships. Rewards are added to your account within two billing periods. Capital One uses merchant category codes to determine if a purchase is in one of the additional cash back categories. This means that sometimes a purchase may not earn additional cash back. For example, some food trucks or food carts may use a merchandise code and restaurants in department stores or hotels may use a merchandise or hotel code instead of a dining code. Certain third-party payment accounts and digital wallet transactions may not earn additional cash back if the technology does not provide sufficient transaction details or a qualifying MCC. Capital One is not responsible for merchant category codes used by merchants. Applies to all rewards: Earnings will apply to net purchases (purchases minus any credits or returns). Cash advances, balance transfers, transfers from Discover or Capital One checking or other deposit accounts, and checks used to access your account are not considered purchases and will not earn rewards. Portions of purchases paid with rewards, transactions that do not comply with our policies and/or applicable laws, or any cash you receive in connection with a purchase at the point of sale through Discover’s Cash at Checkout feature will not earn rewards. See Your Rewards Program Terms & Conditions and your online account for more details.

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    About product reviews: All customer reviews used are authentic. Testimonials may be shortened or edited for clarity. We calculate the average product rating based on ratings that customers submit. Some product ratings and reviews may be obtained from customers with different versions of the product. We exclude some reviews from being displayed for reasons such as the customer included profanity, reviewed the wrong product, submitted inappropriate or irrelevant content, or revealed personally identifying information. Reviews are not filtered, edited, or deleted simply because they are negative or are lower rated. If a review is excluded, the associated rating is not calculated in the average product rating.

  4. Footnote 4:

    Any pre-approved offers you receive may have offer terms that vary from other offers you see elsewhere. Some card products are not eligible for pre-approval.

  5. Footnote 5:

    Acceptance: According to the Feb 2026 issue of the Nilson Report.

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    Alerts and CreditWise Terms: Eligible users who have signed up for CreditWise, a free credit monitoring service provided by Capital One, will get access to their TransUnion® credit report, FICO Score 8, credit monitoring alerts based on select changes to their TransUnion® and Experian® credit reports and information we find on the Dark Web, tools to help them understand their credit, offers, and more. The credit score provided in CreditWise is a FICO Score 8 based on TransUnion data. The FICO Score 8 gives you a good sense of your credit health but it may not be the same score model used by your lender or creditor. In order to enroll in CreditWise, you need to be over the age of 18 with a valid social security number that can be matched to a credit profile with TransUnion. The availability of the CreditWise tool and certain features in the tool depends on our ability to obtain your credit history from TransUnion and whether you have sufficient credit history to generate a FICO Score 8. Some monitoring and alerts may not be available to you if the information you enter at enrollment does not match the information in your credit file at (or you do not have a file at) one or more consumer reporting agencies. You do not need to have a Capital One account (which includes Discover card accounts) to sign up for CreditWise. FICO is a registered trademark of Fair Isaac Corporation in the United States and other countries.

  7. Footnote 7:

    $0 Fraud Liability: An “unauthorized purchase” is a purchase where you have not given access to your card information to another person or a merchant for one-time or repeated charges. Unauthorized use and $0 fraud liability claims are subject to investigation and verification. Please use reasonable care to protect your card and do not share it with employees, relatives, or friends.

  8. Footnote 8:

    Limited Time Offer: This one-time bonus is available by clicking the “Apply Now” button on this page, and may not be available if you navigate away from or close this page. Existing or previous cardholders may not be eligible for this product if they have received a new cardholder bonus for this product in the past 48 months.

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