Bilt and Rakuten Officially Launch Partnership
Bilt and Rakuten have officially launched a new partnership that starts today, letting over 5 million Bilt Members redeem Cash Back rewards from Rakuten for Bilt Points just by shopping at thousands of stores.
The partnership launches with a signup bonus of 2,500 points and 1:1 conversion rate. However, after the 6 month introductory period, Bilt Members with Blue status will receive 50 Bilt Points for every $1 in Rakuten Cash Back. Higher tiers will continue to enjoy the 1:1 rate. Let’s see the full details.
Start Earning Today
Available immediately:
- Unbeatable Introductory Redemption Rate: For the first six months, all Bilt member status tiers will enjoy a 1:1 conversion rate: $10 in Rakuten Cash Back equals 1,000 Bilt Points.
- After the 6 month introductory period, Bilt Members with Blue status will receive 50 Bilt Points for every $1 in Rakuten Cash Back. Bilt had clarified that the promotion will apply through the May 15th payout period for all Bilt Members.
- Silver/Gold/Platinum Bilt Members’ rate will remain the same 100 Bilt Points for every $1 in Rakuten Cash Back.
- Welcome Bonus: For a limited time, Bilt Members who sign up for Rakuten through the Bilt app will earn 2,500 bonus Bilt Points after their first qualifying purchase of $25 or more. Link your accounts today and make that first purchase immediately.
- Shop Everywhere: Access thousands of top retailers through the Bilt app or the Rakuten website, browser extension or mobile app, all while earning rewards that actually move the needle on your financial goals.
How to Start Earning Bilt Points with Rakuten
- Link your Rakuten account through the Bilt app
- Select “Bilt Points” as your Rakuten payment method
- Shop at participating Rakuten stores as you normally would
- Receive Bilt Points automatically for your quarterly Rakuten payout
Rakuten Cash Back will be converted to Bilt Points, which are deposited directly into Bilt accounts according to Rakuten’s standard quarterly payout schedule.
Link Your Account Now
Don’t miss a single point this holiday season. Link your Rakuten account in the Bilt app right now and visit www.bilt.com/p/rakuten to learn more.
Bilt Rewards Transfer Partners
Point transfers are initiated using the Bilt App. All transfers are at a ratio of 1:1 and will be nearly instant. There is a minimum point transfer of 2,000 Bilt Points for members who are Blue Status and a minimum point transfer of 1,000 Bilt Points for members who are Silver, Gold, or Platinum Bilt Status. All transfers must be done in 1,000 point increments.| Partner | Ratio |
|---|---|
| Accor ALL | 3 : 2 |
| Aer Lingus AerClub | 1 : 1 |
| Air Canada Aeroplan | 1 : 1 |
| Air France / KLM Flying Blue | 1 : 1 |
| Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 1 : 1 |
| Avianca LifeMiles | 1 : 1 |
| British Airways Executive Club | 1 : 1 |
| Cathay Pacific Asia Miles | 1 : 1 |
| Emirates Skywards | 1 : 1 |
| Etihad Guest | 1 : 1 |
| Hilton Honors | 1 : 1 |
| Iberia Plus | 1 : 1 |
| Japan Airlines | 1 : 1 |
| Qatar Airways | 1 : 1 |
| Southwest Airlines | 1 : 1 |
| Spirit Airlines | 1 : 1 |
| TAP Air Portugal | 1 : 1 |
| Turkish Airlines Miles & Smiles | 1 : 1 |
| United Mileage Plus | 1 : 1 |
| Virgin Red | 1 : 1 |
| IHG Rewards | 1 : 1 |
| Marriott Bonvoy | 1 : 1 |
| World of Hyatt | 1 : 1 |
