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CIBC Select VISA Card (Low Rate) Review: Fees, Rates and Rewards

A Canadian comparison of CIBC Select VISA Card (Low Rate), using current institution-supplied details from the FCAC catalog.

By SCFinance Data Team · edited by SCFinance Editorial TeamUpdated Sep 7, 2026 Fact checkedEditorial integrity

The bottom line

CIBC Select VISA Card (Low Rate) is estimated to earn 0.00% in ongoing rewards. Under the Toronto everyday profile ($30,000/year, pays in full), that is $0 in annual rewards and -$104 after quantified perks, fees and costs.

2.5
SCFinance score
rewards
1.0
fees
3.4
interest
4.0
perks
1.3
fit
3.5
data confidence
4.4
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Annual rewards

$0

Quantified perks

$0

Annual fee

−$29

Foreign-currency cost

−$75

Estimated ongoing value

-$104

Confidence-adjusted value

-$89.44

Estimated reward return: 0.00% · Data confidence: 86%

No rewards value

Based on the Toronto everyday profile: $30,000 annual spend, Ontario availability and full monthly payment. Welcome offers are kept separate from ongoing value.

CIBC Select VISA Card (Low Rate) card
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on CIBC's website

Rates & Fees

CIBC Select VISA Card (Low Rate)

Annual fee
First card: $29.00 Second card: No fee
Rewards rate
N/A
Purchase interest rate
13.99%
Cash advance rate
13.99%
Balance transfer rate
13.99%
Foreign conversion fee
2.5%

Pros

  • ✓ 0.00% estimated ongoing rewards return

Cons

  • ✕ $29 annual fee
  • ✕ $75 estimated annual foreign-currency cost in the comparison profile
  • ✕ Actual value depends on your spending, redemption choices and eligibility

Benefits and perks

  • Card benefit

    For more details about other benefits that are offered for additional fees, check with CIBC.

  • Insurance information

    Travel accident: Not available Travel medical: Cost varies depending on coverage Travel cancellation: Cost varies depending on coverage Travel interruption: Cost varies depending on coverage Flight delay: Not available Baggage: Not available Rental vehicle: Not available

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Rates & Fees
First card: $25.00 Second card: No feeAnnual fee
N/ARewards rate
12.99%Purchase interest
12.99%Cash advance
2.5%FX fee
N/AMin. income
Our take

American Express Essential Credit Card is estimated to earn 0.00% in ongoing rewards. Under the Toronto everyday profile ($30,000/year, pays in full), that is $0 in annual rewards and -$100 after quantified perks, fees and costs.

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Card details
  • N/A
  • FCAC annual-fee disclosure: First card: $25.00 Second card: No fee
  • Availability: AB, BC, MB, NB, NL, NS, NT, NU, ON, PE, QC, SK, YT
№ 2

BMO Preferred Rate Mastercard

mastercard · BMO
2.5
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on BMO's website

Rates & Fees
First card: $29.00 Second card: No feeAnnual fee
N/ARewards rate
13.99%Purchase interest
15.99%Cash advance
2.5%FX fee
N/AMin. income
Our take

BMO Preferred Rate Mastercard is estimated to earn 0.00% in ongoing rewards. Under the Toronto everyday profile ($30,000/year, pays in full), that is $0 in annual rewards and -$104 after quantified perks, fees and costs.

Read our full review →

Card details
  • N/A
  • FCAC annual-fee disclosure: First card: $29.00 Second card: No fee
  • Availability: AB, BC, MB, NB, NL, NS, NT, NU, ON, PE, SK, YT
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Frequently asked questions

Where is CIBC Select VISA Card (Low Rate) available?

Our FCAC source lists this card for AB, BC, MB, NB, NL, NS, NT, NU, ON, PE, SK, YT. Confirm current residency requirements with CIBC before applying.

Are the rates and fees guaranteed?

No. Rates, promotions and eligibility can change. SCFinance shows the latest synchronized record and links to the issuer so you can confirm the disclosure before applying.

Sources and methodology

Product facts were last checked September 7, 2026. Review the primary product source

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