We are happy to let you know that within the next several days you will receive your portion of the Apple Settlement as an electronic credit placed in your Barnes & Noble account. Use your credit to buy books, eBooks, and more in any of our channels — online, in-store, or on your NOOK® or NOOK Reading App™.
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How does the Barnes&Noble credit card credit work?
When you use your Barnes & Noble Mastercard to make any purchase online at bn.com and in any Barnes & Noble Store nationwide, a credit in the value of five percent (5%) of such eligible net purchases will be posted to your Barnes & Noble Mastercard account.
How long does it take for a Barnes&Noble gift card?
Please allow up to 4 weeks for delivery of the gift card. When you use your Barnes & Noble Mastercard to make any purchase online at bn.com and in any Barnes & Noble Store nationwide, a credit in the value of five percent (5%) of such eligible net purchases will be posted to your Barnes & Noble Mastercard account.
What is the first purchase bonus for Barnes and noble?
First Purchase Bonus: After you use your Barnes & Noble Mastercard to make a purchase for the first time, a twenty-five dollar ($25) Barnes & Noble Gift Card will be automatically sent to the mailing address on file for your Barnes & Noble Mastercard. Your first credit card purchase must not be invalidated for any reason.
What can I use my Barnes & Noble MasterCard for?
There are way better credit cards to use on everyday purchases like groceries or bills. Our advice, use the Barnes & Noble Mastercard for your first $1,250 in restaurant expenditures, claim the $25 B&N Gift Card, use it on a purchase or a Membership, and then only use the Mastercard for B&N purchases until the following year.

Who issued the Barnes and Noble card?
The Barnes & Noble Mastercard is issued by Barclays Bank Delaware (Barclays) pursuant to a license by Mastercard International Incorporated. Mastercard is a registered trademark, and the circles design is a trademark of Mastercard International Incorporated. ©2019 Barclays Bank Delaware. Member FDIC.
How many points do you get with a Barnes and Noble card?
Earning Points: Applicants who are approved for the Barnes & Noble Mastercard will earn two (2) points per dollar ($1) on restaurant purchases (excluding B&N café purchases) as defined by merchant category code, and one (1) point per dollar ($1) for all other purchases (excluding Barnes & Noble purchases). Individual merchants are responsible for designating their own merchant category codes. After you accumulate 2,500 points, a twenty-five dollar ($25) Barnes & Noble Gift Card will be automatically sent to the mailing address on file within 7 to 14 business days after your billing statement period in which you have earned 2,500 points.
How long does it take to get a Barnes and Noble gift card?
Your first credit card purchase must not be invalidated for any reason. Please allow up to 4 weeks for delivery of the gift card. When you use your Barnes & Noble Mastercard to make any purchase online at bn.com and in any Barnes & Noble Store nationwide, a credit in the value of five percent (5%) of such eligible net purchases will be posted to your Barnes & Noble Mastercard account. The five percent (5%) credit will appear on the same billing statement as the charge for the related eligible purchase.
How long does it take to get a notification from Barnes and Noble?
If you do not receive this notification within 2-3 weeks, please contact the customer service phone number on the back of your Card.
How long does Barnes and Noble membership last?
If you already have a Barnes & Noble Membership at the time you earn this benefit, existing Barnes & Noble Membership at that time, you will receive an invitation from Barnes & Noble to create a membership account in order to receive the 12 months of Barnes & Noble Membership Barnes & Noble will add an additional 12 months to your existing membership, which will extend the date when your next Barnes & Noble Membership fee will be due. If you do not have an you earned.
Interest Rates and Charges Summary
0% introductory APR for 15 months on balance transfers made within 45 days of account opening. After that (and for balance transfers that do not post within 45 days of account opening), a variable APR will apply, 13.99% or 24.99%, based on your creditworthiness.
Important Information
Offer subject to credit approval. Not everyone will qualify for the Barnes & Noble Mastercard. If at the time of your application you do not meet the credit criteria previously established for this offer, or the income you report is insufficient based on your obligations, we may not be able to open an account for you.
