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$200 Amazon.com.au Voucher (after $500 Spend) + 1 Year Prime Cashback on New Commonwealth Bank Awards Credit Cards

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Amazon and Commonwealth Bank have partnered up to offer a deal of any new Awards Credit Card applications.

Apply for a new Awards credit card by 14 February 2019 and spend $500 using your new card by 31 May 2019 and we’ll send you a $200 voucher to use on eligible items on amazon.com.au+

When you apply for a new Awards credit card by 14 February 2019 and use your new card online directly with Amazon (not via intermediaries such as PayPal) to purchase a 1 year annual membership to Amazon Prime Australia by 31 May 2019, we’ll refund you the cost of your membership to the value of $59•.

Rates and fees:

Awards Credit Card
$59 annual fee
21.24% p.a. interest rate on purchases
Minimum credit limit of $500

Platinum Awards Credit Card
$249 annual fee
20.24% p.a. interest rate on purchases
$6,000 minimum credit limit

Diamond Awards Credit Card
$349 annual fee
20.24% p.a. interest rate on purchases
$15,000 minimum credit limit

Eligibility
Offers exclude all other card types, upgrades and switches from other card types and existing credit cards and are not available to customers who currently hold, or have held, any of the above cards types 12 months prior to applying. Only available on one CommBank credit card per customer, can be withdrawn at any time at the discretion of the Bank, and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. You will be ineligible if your account is closed, transferred, upgraded or in default at any time prior to the Promotional Code being emailed to you or the refund credited to your account, as applicable.

Prime Cashback T&Cs
The refund will be credited to your card account within 60 days of an eligible purchase of Amazon membership being charged to your credit card account and will appear on your statement as ‘CASHBACK PRIME’. Please note that when you sign up to an annual membership you may receive a 30 day free trial before you are charged for the annual membership. The refund/cashback may be reversed if your qualifying purchase is refunded by Amazon or cancelled. Your Amazon Prime Australia membership is subject to terms and conditions available here.

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  • +2

    Doesnt say if its free amazon prime for the each year or only the first year for the $59 annual fee

    • we’ll refund you the cost of your membership to the value of $59

      Sounds like a one-off to me.

  • I wonder if it stacks with this deal? I applied and was approved yesterday but still havent received my card to activate it.

    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/413125

    • +2

      Different card, so unlikely.

  • +15

    $200 Amazon.com.au Voucher - $59.00 annual fee = $141.00 Voucher.

    • +3

      There's also free prime for a year

    • Yeah I think you get the $59 cashback + the $200 voucher

      • +3

        There is no cashback on the $59.00 annual credit card fee.

        • +5

          Oh didnt realise you meant the card fee, fair enough

    • Think about doing it for the free Prime membership, since annual fee is $59 and Prime is $59, think about it as paying for a Prime membership, $200 free and a free credit card for a year ;) That way your brain doesn't think you are giving anything to a bank ;)

      • +1

        Do you NEED prime though?

        • +2

          Nope

          But hey I'm confused why anyone would want twitch.io and a pretty poor movie selection. I'm a minority I know!

          • @justtoreply: It's more the free shipping on items over 50 dollars. Like could aqve 15-20 per order.

  • +4

    What items on amazon.com.au can I purchase using the Promotional Code?
    For the purpose of these terms and conditions, “eligible items” refers to any item sold by Amazon AU and will exclude: (i) items sold by third party sellers (including Amazon US) even if “fulfilled by Amazon”; (ii) digital purchases (such as e-books and app purchases); (iii) gift cards; (iv) subscription purchases (such as Prime, Kindle Unlimited, Amazon Music and Audible); and (v) delivery rates. Amazon's standard delivery rates and policies will apply to purchases made on amazon.com.au or via the Amazon app.

    • Thanks for this! I'm new to Amazon, any advice on the best way to search for, or work out what items can be brought with the $200 voucher?

      • I think it would be all items fulfilled by Amazon. So no third party sellers.

  • +2

    I wish the 8TB Hard drives Amazon.com.au are stocking were listed WITH GST INCLUDED, instead of illegally excluding it.

    ("Item ships from USA") so you get stung with 10% GST at checkout, despite the $247 price on the WD being listed in AUD.
    Otherwise I'd consider this.

    • Wont be covered under the $200 voucher either

    • They are listed on the global store… hence why they are allowed to add gst at end

  • -2

    So 200 - 59 + 59, $200 for a credit enquiry, wasted on Shitty CBA? Not even close.

  • Those who have applied or held the CBA credit card in the last two years are eligible for this promotional offer or not…..?

    • -1

      Did you even read the T&C's

  • Is this just spend $500 anywhere or on Amazon AU? Not very clear.

    • includes BPAY transactions, payments to the ATO but excludes balance transfers, cash advances and any purchase or transaction that is subsequently reversed or refunded

  • Wow. I was avoiding for CC and time to apply for one :)

  • Would this have no annual fee for those on the CBA homeloan wealth package?

    • Wonder this also

      • +1

        Wealth package entitles you to 1 card for free per year, so no reason it wouldnt.

        I went for the dearest one at $349 per year

        • Thanks. Might have to get on board too

          • @Whatisthatvelvet: As bgktmxg mentioned, 1 card free, so yes it certainly does, and as long as you're good with your card, why not go with the one that offers the most benefits (we did).

            • @Singu1arity: If you're planning on keeping the credit card, then getting the highest card you can get makes sense. But if you're going to churn, then I would prefer to get the lowest card (that has the same benefit) so my credit history gets hit with a 1k enquiry rather than a 15k enquiry.

        • presumably if you already have one under that package it won't count?

  • +18

    CBA cards are now the worst card on the market after axing the Amex. The transfer rate to airline partners is poor, expensive annual fee, very basic features.

  • +1

    Isn't this deal still better?

    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/413125

    $250 cash beats a $200 gift card that has to be used for Amazon purchases.

    • +1

      If you're going to have Amazon Prime for a year+, it won't. Also you have more than 90 days to spend the 500 which might be relevant for some

    • +1

      Get both?

      Honestly, it's about time I abused the crap out of these sorts of offers. I don't need a new mortgage.. ever.. hopefully. Sans a divorce or something. So who cares about my credit rating.

      • +1

        but the conditions for this offer say: "Offers exclude all other card types" ?

        • This offer:
          Awards Credit Card
          Platinum Awards Credit Card
          Diamond Awards Credit Card

          Other offer:
          Low Rate
          Low Rate Gold

          I don't see an issue, the card types don't clash.

          You can't switch or upgrade (ie: you keep both cards).

          Anything I'm missing?

          • @justtoreply: I believe if you hold or have held an existing credit card with CommBank within the last 12 months you’re ineligible for the voucher

            • +2

              @cocoloco: "who currently hold, or have held, any of the above cards types 12 months prior to applying"

              That statement is limited to the "above cards". Which don't clash between the deals

  • +3

    So just to confirm cause I’m a bit of an idiot, I’m ineligible to upgrade from my current low rate credit card to the awards card to receive this deal?

    • +2

      Correct. The first line under eligibility:

      Offers exclude all other card types, upgrades and switches from other card types and existing credit cards

      • Oh well, the $200 cashback from the low rate is better deal anyway

      • See my comment above. I don't think there's any problem..

    • +1

      I'm in the same boat as you mate :(

  • +2

    The annual fee is the killer.

    Cant sign out of principle.

    If im paying them 22% interest then it should be free prime and cc.

    • +18

      You should be paying off the balance each month and paying 0% interest..

      • I pay no interest or any fees on my Commonwealth Visa card.

        • +1

          unless its bundled into your home loan it wont be a rewards card with no annual fees

          • +1

            @asa79: Not true.

            Never had a home loan and I have platinum rewards with no annual fee.

            There are other products you can get through CBA that allow them to waive the fee

            • @DXPetti: And what are the rewards worth compared to others

              • @asa79: If we're talking frequent flyers, shit house frankly. Though you can convert points to cash at Myers which can come in handy

            • @DXPetti: Like?

              I’m assuming insurance but their deals are lousy

          • @asa79: My personal Visa card in not linked to any Awards program, but the offer is there to join if I wished.

        • +1

          Debit visa or credit visa?

          • @buckster: My Commonwealth Visa card is a Credit Visa Card; not a prepaid version. No fees, not bundled with a mortgage loan or anything and never had a loan actually. Decent credit limit; enough to buy a new car or two. Not associated with a rewards program; online it says I can "get automatic access to the (Awards) program with an Awards credit card" so I guess it could be upgraded if I wished, but never been interested enough to find out. Have had this card for about 35 years to replace the old "bankcard." Just use it as a convenience and pay it out before the due date. The interest rates are pretty steep if I didn't pay it out though; 18.99% p.a. on purchases, 21.24% p.a. on cash advances. I am sure the bank makes a little interest out of others! I also make use of a Qantas Cash (Mastercard) prepaid credit card, to keep an eye on our shopping budget. When buying online I prefer to use the prepaid one if PayPal is not accepted.

      • And still be paying $59 per year.

        No thanks.

        • +1

          You don't use cards like this after the first year, make use of the sign up bonus ($200 and annual fee offset by free prime membership) and then cancel and move on.

  • Is this available for existing customers having a different credit card not the awards one?

    • +2

      No, it says "Offers exclude all other card types"

      • See my comment above. I don't think there's any problem..

        It'd be nice if we could amalgamate all these comments, it's a bit of a clutter of repetition.

  • Thaks for da deal, was about to purchase on Amazon and found this, brilliant 😎

  • I wonder if the $59 prime count as part of the minimum spend

  • +5

    Sounds good! Don't think the Commonwealth Bank would give me another credit card though. Only have temp work lined up for now and they never make any money (interest) out of me with my OTT Visa card.
    I pay no fees either. Must be a huge disappointment to them.

    Have never had a loan either; saved for all my vehicles. When I took over $20,000 out to buy a new car last year they discretely took me aside to ask me what the money was for … and then asked if I required insurance lol. No, on both counts.

    Used to make a fair bit of interest years ago, so I am not impressed with these record profits the banks make these days yet next to no interest for the customers.

  • Honestly, you're better off with one of the real cash back or points credit cards than this. As pointed out above, you need to pay for prime, the annual fee, and you're locked in to shopping at Amazon (or selling at a discoint in the classifieds).

    Use your finite amount of credit applications per year elsewhere. I don't bother for less than $400 clean profit after all the fees, etc.

    • Typically I'd agree with you but I'm in a funny period where my 18 month Amex hiatus is not yet up, ANZ FF waiting period still not over, Westpac rejected me for no reason (more than double min income requirement, 700+ credit score), already have ANZ Travel Rewards… and mortgage is with CBA so this card's annual fee is waived. So this hit the sweet spot to tie me over.

      • +1

        That last point about the annual fee is great.

        I saw a lot of people getting rejected for the bendigo bank card as well (despite 6 figure salaries, 100k+ in savings and 700+ credit scores.

        In the FIRE community, they're discussing how maybe the banks are onto us churners and rejecting.

        • What's the FIRE community?

          • +2

            @spiff: Google returned, "FIRE (Financial Independence and Early Retirement)"

            • +1

              @Ameowzon: Yeah, that's it. Churning regularly (not just credit cards) is a good way to cut living expenses, and divert more funds to our investments, that's why it came up.

              There's also "FU" where you just get financially independent so that you can get "FU" to your boss if they try to get you to do something you don't like lol. It's more for those who enjoy working in their field and want to continue doing so without relying on it.

      • I'm curious why you don't already have the CBA card though if you mortgage is with them and fee waived?

        • Because there are much better cards to earn points on everyday spend. So like with any other card, I'll churn if there's no reason to hold on to it.

  • hmm

  • +1

    I have recieved the statement credit for prime, still waiting on the voucher

  • I just received my card today. I have two questions:

    1. I know I have to spend $500 on Amazon by 31 May 2019. But when do I get the $200 voucher? After I spend it, or after 31 May 2019?

    2. if I already have Prime, how do I extend it by a year? And once I do, when do I get it reimbursed?

    Thanks!

    • The AU$200 voucher will be provided in the form of a Promotional Code sent to you by email usually within 30 days (but may take up to 60 days) of you meeting the eligibility criteria, provided you give us your current email address when you apply for your card.

    • Did you work out how to extend membership?

  • Do l get the offer if l also applied this one??

    • nope

  • Do you get pro-rata refund of annual fee if cancel?

    Hold card for 2-3 months then cancel after get free prime and $200 voucher. Get 3/4 of yearly fee refunded?

  • will i get this card? i am poor uni student and unemployed but on centrelink

    • +1

      You make it sound like Centrelink is some kinda income. facepalm

  • How does the credit appear on your account for the prime membership ?

    Would it appear in the first month ?

    Edit: can you even buy anything good with the voucher ? I can’t even seem to find anything when I use their amazon.com.au/commbank link

    • For the purpose of these terms and conditions, “eligible items” refers to any item sold by Amazon AU and will exclude: (i) items sold by third party sellers (including Amazon US) even if “fulfilled by Amazon”; (ii) digital purchases (such as e-books and app purchases); (iii) gift cards; (iv) subscription purchases (such as Prime, Kindle Unlimited, Amazon Music and Audible); and (v) delivery rates

      Pretty much anything sold by Amazon AU which is pretty decent. The only worthwhile things that are sold on that site are by Amazon AU anyway. They're always price matching the lowest prices.

  • Open transaction details AMZNPRIMEAU MEMBERSHIP SYDNEY SOUTHNSW -$59.00
    Purchased on Tuesday 18 December 2018
    Time purchased 10.09AM (Sydney/Melbourne time)
    Card used MasterCard
    Listed as Subscriptions

    Just got charged for Amazon Prime Membership. No refund in sight. Hopefully soon…

  • FYI, got it the refund 9 days after renewing Prime membership, and 5 days after clearing the credit card, as shown below:

    27 Dec 2018
    CASHBACK PRIME
    +$59.00

    24 Dec 2018
    PAYMENT RECEIVED, THANK YOU
    +$653.04

    18 Dec 2018
    AMZNPRIMEAU MEMBERSHIP SYDNEY SOUTHNSW
    -$59.00

    EDIT: Now waiting for the $200 ;)

    • +1

      Same. Completed the required spend over a month ago

  • just got the $200 voucher, time to buy prime membership then cancel the card when it's been refunded :)

    • Was it in email?

      • yes email
        Expiry date: 4 December 2028

  • Just got the $200! I'm done with the card. I can cancel it now! :D

    • How did u get it?

      • Email:

        By spending $500 on eligible+ purchases using your new credit card, you have qualified to receive a $200 Amazon voucher which we have provided in the form of a unique Promotional Code^ below.

        Your Promotional Code details

        Promotional Code: MxxQ-CRxxTZ-QxxQ

        Expiry date: 4 December 2028

        • Nothing for me yet

          Will have to give them a call

  • Got mine today as well. The email says some crap about adding it as a promotional code to orders.
    You DO NOT need to do this. Simply add the code as a gift card and you will get $200 in your Amazon balance.
    NB: if you use your balance to pay for an item, you don't get cashrewards on it. :(

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