Overview

• The Strata Elite is positioned to rival Chase’s Sapphire Reserve and American Express’s Platinum Card in the fight for affluent, travel-focused consumers.
• It combines tiered rewards with targeted credits, including Global Entry/TSA PreCheck fee reimbursement, a $200 splurge credit and a $200 Blacklane chauffeur stipend.
• Cardmembers earn 12× points on hotels, car rentals and attractions booked through Citi’s travel portal and 6× points on air travel or select restaurant orders.
• The launch marks Citi’s first new premium card since it stopped Prestige applications in 2021 and reflects extensive customer research into travel and dining preferences.
• Its debut coincides with recent fee hikes and benefit refreshes from JPMorgan Chase, American Express and Capital One as issuers vie for high-spending customers.