Finally! Welcome to the 21st century, USAA!
Last update: 5/10/2024
@UncleB wrote:It's about time... I think the only cards in my wallet that aren't contactless are USAA.
Even as recent as a month or two ago the official USAA line was there was no plan to offer contactless; thankfully they had a change of heart.
https://www.usaa.com/contactless
Contactless cards FAQ
- Why is USAA issuing contactless cards?
Contactless cards are fast, easy, and secure. And to provide members convenience and security, later this year USAA will be starting to offer contactless credit and debit cards. USAA ATM cards will not be available with contactless technology.
- How do I get a contactless card?
Starting later this year, USAA will send a contactless card any time a card is renewed or replaced.
I will say I like the design of the card in the graphic.
@Matt9543 wrote:
@UncleB wrote:It's about time... I think the only cards in my wallet that aren't contactless are USAA.
Even as recent as a month or two ago the official USAA line was there was no plan to offer contactless; thankfully they had a change of heart.
https://www.usaa.com/contactless
Contactless cards FAQ
- Why is USAA issuing contactless cards?
Contactless cards are fast, easy, and secure. And to provide members convenience and security, later this year USAA will be starting to offer contactless credit and debit cards. USAA ATM cards will not be available with contactless technology.
- How do I get a contactless card?
Starting later this year, USAA will send a contactless card any time a card is renewed or replaced.
I will say I like the design of the card in the graphic.
I noticed that as well... of course we have no way of knowing if the image is supposed to represent only contactless or an upcoming change in their card designs.
As mediocre as some of the current designs are, they're still worlds better than just a few years ago, LOL. 
Of course I'd be willing to take the most hideous design if they'd only change their current policies/rewards to be more competitive with other issues. I won't be holding my breath on that happening, though. 
Looks like they are already rolling them out and the design on the usaa.com/contactless website is the new design. Old designs still on the main website.
Someone posted this to Reddit:
I really liked the 2015-2022 design language but I am thankful that they are not vertical.
Now Chase is my last card with raised numbers.
UncleB
Back in 2010 USAA offered a World Master Card that was all black with gold lettering and red/gold MCs with a Pin option for overseas. It looked very exclusive!
Back in 2010 USAA offered a World Master Card that was all black with gold lettering and red/gold MCs with a Pin option for overseas. It looked very exclusive!
Just a heads-up that the USAA Amex cards are apparently now offered in contactless as well:
In addition to contactless the artwork was also redesigned; basically it's the same as the new Visa just with the Amex logo.
Due to issues I had with false fraud alerts few months ago I'm not sure if I want to get a replacement now or just wait... will have to think about that. 🤔
