Virgin Atlantic Reward+ Card: Exclusive 21,000 Points Offer
The Head for Points exclusive offer for the Virgin Atlantic Reward+ credit card provides a significant sign-up bonus, making it a compelling option for Virgin Points enthusiasts. Through a special HfP link, new applicants can secure 21,000 Virgin Points after their first purchase, an increase of 3,000 points over the standard 18,000 offer. This paid card carries an annual fee of £160, but the initial bonus alone often offsets this cost in the first year. Eligibility is broad, extending to those who cancelled a previous Virgin Atlantic card over six months ago, current holders of the free Virgin Atlantic card, and supplementary cardholders.
Beyond the lucrative bonus, the Reward+ card offers superior ongoing benefits. Cardholders earn 1.5 Virgin Points per £1 spent, double the rate of the free Virgin Atlantic Reward Mastercard (0.75 points per £1). A key differentiator is the partial exemption from foreign exchange fees: no 2.99% fee is charged on transactions in Euro (within the EEA), Swedish Kronor, or Romanian Lei, allowing users to save money while earning points on these specific currencies. For instance, the author noted no fees in Norway. The card also provides an annual voucher, triggered by spending £10,000 in a card year (compared to £20,000 for the free card). This voucher can be used for a companion ticket (75,000 Virgin Points off for non-elite members, 150,000 for Silver/Gold status) or a cabin upgrade on a Virgin Atlantic flight.
While the £160 annual fee is a consideration and is non-refundable pro-rata, the combined benefits often outweigh this. The representative APR is 69.7% variable, including the fee. A minor risk for high spenders is a monthly points earning cap tied to the credit limit, though this affects few. The Virgin Points earned are versatile, convertible into 31,500 Hilton Honors or 21,000 IHG One Rewards points from the sign-up bonus alone, with a minimum conversion of 10,000 points. The offer is guaranteed until at least January 2026, solidifying its availability for prospective applicants looking to maximize their Virgin Points earnings.
