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The Platinum Card® from American Express

Travel Ultra Premium $175,000 Bonus No Foreign Fees
$895 Annual Fee
20.24%–29.24% Variable Purchase APR
$175,000 Welcome Bonus
720+ Recommended FICO
Points Reward Type
Browse Cards American Express The Platinum Card® from American Express

Welcome Bonus

$175,000
Welcome Bonus Value
Spend $12,000 in the first 180 days

Rewards

Reward Type Points
Base Rate 1x / 1%
Bonus Rate Up to 5x
Point Value ~0.02¢ each
Travel Portal 5x
Annual Cap $500,000
Expiration Membership Rewards points never expire as long as at least one eligible enrolled American Express card remains active on the account
Transfer Partners Air Canada Aeroplan, Air France-KLM Flying Blue, ANA Mileage Club, Avianca LifeMiles, British Airways Executive Club, Cathay Pacific Asia Miles, Delta SkyMiles, Emirates Skywards, Etihad Guest, Hawaiian Airlines HawaiianMiles, Iberia Plus, JetBlue TrueBlue, Qantas Frequent Flyer, Qatar Airways Privilege Club, Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club, Hilton Honors, Marriott Bonvoy, Choice Privileges
Redemption Notes Cash back and statement credit redemptions valued at approximately 0.6 cents per point, well below the 1.0-2.0+ cents achievable through airline transfer partners; gift card and merchandise redemptions typically offer 0.5-1.0 cents per point. Points redeemed through Amazon or PayPal checkout are valued at approximately 0.7 cents per point.
Category Rate Type Cap
Flights Booked Directly with Airlines
5x Membership Rewards points on flights booked directly with airlines on up to $500,000 per calendar year in purchases, then 1x. Does not apply to flights booked through third-party travel sites unless booked through AmexTravel.com.
5x Points $500,000/yr
Flights Booked via AmexTravel.com
5x Membership Rewards points on prepaid flights booked through AmexTravel.com on up to $500,000 per calendar year combined with flights booked directly with airlines, then 1x.
5x Points $500,000/yr
Prepaid Hotels via AmexTravel.com
5x Membership Rewards points on prepaid hotels booked through AmexTravel.com with no annual cap. Does not apply to hotels booked directly with the hotel or through other travel sites.
5x Points No cap
Flights Booked Directly with Airlines (After Cap)
1x Membership Rewards points on flights booked directly with airlines after the $500,000 annual combined cap with AmexTravel.com flights is reached.
1x Points No cap
All Other Purchases
1x Membership Rewards points on all other eligible purchases with no annual cap. Points do not expire as long as at least one eligible enrolled Amex card remains active.
1x Points No cap

Benefits & Protections

No Foreign Fees
Airport Lounge
Travel Insurance
Purchase Protection
Extended Warranty
Trip Delay Coverage
Lost Luggage Coverage
Concierge Service
Global Entry Credit $120
TSA PreCheck Credit $85
Hotel Status: Hilton Honors Gold, Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite
Benefit Category Value / Coverage
$120 Uber One Statement Credit
Receive up to $10 per month ($120 annually) in statement credits when the Platinum Card is used to pay for an auto-renewing Uber One membership subscription. Enrollment required.
Credits $120/year ($10/month)
Up to $120
$155 Walmart+ Monthly Membership Credit
Receive up to $12.95 per month ($155 annually) in statement credits to cover the cost of a Walmart+ monthly membership when paid with the enrolled Platinum Card. Credit covers the full cost of the standard Walmart+ monthly membership. Enrollment required.
Credits $155/year ($12.95/month)
Up to $155
$200 Airline Fee Credit
Receive up to $200 per calendar year in statement credits for incidental fees charged by one qualifying airline selected at the start of each year. Eligible charges include checked baggage fees, in-flight food and beverage, seat upgrades, and lounge day passes. Enrollment required.
Credits $200/year
Up to $200
$200 Hotel Credit via Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel Collection
Receive up to $200 per year in statement credits for prepaid bookings at Fine Hotels + Resorts or The Hotel Collection properties made through AmexTravel.com. The Hotel Collection requires a minimum 2-night stay.
Credits $200/year
Up to $200
$200 Uber Cash Annual Credit
Receive $15 in Uber Cash monthly plus a $20 bonus in December (up to $200 annually) for Uber Eats orders or Uber rides in the U.S. when the Platinum Card is added to the Uber account. Enrollment required; unused monthly credits do not roll over.
Credits $200/year ($15/month + $20 in December)
Up to $200
$209 CLEAR Plus Annual Statement Credit
Receive up to $209 per year as a statement credit toward a CLEAR Plus membership when the enrolled Platinum Card is used to pay for the subscription. Enrollment required; subject to auto-renewal.
Credits $209/year
Up to $209
$240 Digital Entertainment Credit
Receive up to $20 per month ($240 annually) in statement credits on eligible digital entertainment subscriptions including Disney+, ESPN+, Hulu, Peacock, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and other qualifying services. Enrollment required; unused monthly credits do not roll over.
Credits $240/year ($20/month)
Up to $240
Global Entry or TSA PreCheck Credit
Receive a statement credit of up to $120 for Global Entry application or renewal fees (every 4 years), or up to $85 for TSA PreCheck application or renewal fees (every 4.5 years), when paid with the Platinum Card.
Credits Up to $120 (Global Entry) or $85 (TSA PreCheck)
Up to $120
Saks Fifth Avenue Semi-Annual Credit
Receive up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually (up to $100 per year) on eligible purchases at Saks Fifth Avenue or saks.com when the enrolled Platinum Card is used. Enrollment required. This benefit is scheduled to end June 30, 2026.
Credits $100/year ($50 semi-annually, ending June 30, 2026)
Up to $100
No Foreign Transaction Fees
The Platinum Card charges no foreign transaction fees on purchases made outside the United States, making it ideal for international travel.
Financial $0 foreign transaction fee
Up to $0
Baggage Insurance Plan
Covers lost, damaged, or stolen baggage when the entire fare is charged to the Platinum Card. Coverage up to $3,000 for carry-on baggage and $2,000 for checked baggage. Underwritten by AMEX Assurance Company.
Insurance Up to $3,000 carry-on, $2,000 checked
Up to $3,000
Car Rental Loss and Damage Insurance
Secondary coverage against collision damage or theft of a rental vehicle when the full rental is paid with the Platinum Card and the CDW is declined. Coverage up to $75,000 per rental agreement. Underwritten by AMEX Assurance Company.
Insurance Up to $75,000 per rental
Up to $75,000
Extended Warranty
Extends the original U.S. manufacturer's warranty by up to one additional year on eligible purchases with warranties of five years or less. Coverage up to $10,000 per covered purchase and $50,000 per calendar year. Underwritten by AMEX Assurance Company.
Insurance Up to $10,000/item, $50,000/year
Up to $10,000
Purchase Protection
Covers eligible purchases against accidental damage or theft for up to 90 days from the purchase date. Coverage up to $10,000 per occurrence and $50,000 per calendar year. Underwritten by AMEX Assurance Company.
Insurance Up to $10,000/item, $50,000/year
Up to $10,000
Trip Cancellation and Interruption Insurance
If a covered trip is cancelled or interrupted due to a covered reason, receive reimbursement for eligible non-refundable expenses up to $10,000 per trip and $20,000 per eligible card per 12-month period. Entire ticket must be paid with the Platinum Card. Underwritten by AMEX Assurance Company.
Insurance Up to $10,000 per trip
Up to $10,000
American Express Concierge Service
24/7 personal concierge service to assist with restaurant reservations, event tickets, travel arrangements, gift recommendations, and other lifestyle requests.
Lifestyle Complimentary
American Express Experiences
Access to presale tickets, reserved seating, and exclusive events across sports, concerts, dining, theater, and cultural experiences not available to the general public.
Lifestyle Complimentary access
Avis Preferred Plus Status
Complimentary Avis Preferred Plus status providing priority service, expedited pickup, and vehicle upgrade opportunities when available. Avis Preferred enrollment required.
Lifestyle Complimentary Preferred Plus status
Hertz Presidents Circle Status
Complimentary Hertz Presidents Circle elite status providing priority counter service, upgrades, and access to a wider vehicle selection. Hertz Gold Plus Rewards registration required.
Lifestyle Complimentary Presidents Circle status
Hilton Honors Gold Status
Complimentary Hilton Honors Gold elite status providing 80% bonus points on eligible stays, space-available room upgrades, complimentary continental breakfast at select properties, and fifth night free on standard room award stays. Enrollment required.
Lifestyle Complimentary Gold status
Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite Status
Complimentary Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite status providing 25% bonus points on eligible stays, enhanced room upgrades, and 2 PM late checkout when available. Enrollment required.
Lifestyle Complimentary Gold Elite status
5x Points on Flights Booked Directly with Airlines
Earn 5x Membership Rewards points on flights booked directly with airlines on up to $500,000 per calendar year in combined flight purchases, then 1x. Excludes flights booked through third-party travel sites other than AmexTravel.com.
Rewards 5x points (up to $500,000/year)
5x Points on Prepaid Flights and Hotels via AmexTravel.com
Earn 5x Membership Rewards points on prepaid flights and prepaid hotels booked through AmexTravel.com. Prepaid flights count toward the combined $500,000 annual cap with direct airline purchases; prepaid hotels are uncapped.
Rewards 5x points
Fraud Detection and Alerts
American Express monitors Platinum Card activity 24/7 and notifies cardholders of suspicious transactions via text, email, or push notification through the Amex App.
Security Complimentary
Instant Card Number
Upon approval, cardholders can access a virtual card number immediately through the American Express App for online and in-app purchases before the physical metal card arrives.
Security Complimentary
Zero Fraud Liability
Cardholders are not held responsible for unauthorized charges made with their Platinum Card, provided fraudulent activity is reported promptly to American Express.
Security $0 liability
Up to $0
Amex Offers
Access to personalized merchant-specific offers providing additional statement credits or bonus points at select dining, shopping, and travel brands. Enrollment required per offer before redeeming.
Shopping Varies by offer
Send & Split®
Split purchases with friends and family or send money directly via Venmo or PayPal through the American Express App without a fee from American Express.
Shopping Complimentary
Amex Centurion Lounge Access
Complimentary access to American Express Centurion Lounges worldwide for the primary cardmember and authorized users. Guest access policies vary by location; additional guests may be admitted for a per-person fee.
Travel Complimentary
Delta Sky Club Access (10 Visits/Year)
Receive 10 complimentary Delta Sky Club visits per year when flying on an eligible Delta-operated flight. Additional visits beyond the 10 allotment are available at a per-visit rate. Subject to visit limitations.
Travel 10 complimentary visits/year
Fine Hotels + Resorts Benefits
Booking at Fine Hotels + Resorts properties through AmexTravel.com provides: daily breakfast for two, room upgrade when available, noon check-in when available, 4 PM guaranteed late checkout, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a unique property amenity (typically a $100 credit). Rates start at 2 nights.
Travel Complimentary perks per stay
Global Assist® Hotline
24/7 emergency assistance coordination when traveling more than 100 miles from home, including medical and legal referrals, emergency cash wires, translation services, and lost document assistance. Card Members responsible for third-party costs.
Travel Complimentary coordination
International Airline Program
Access to discounted fares in business, first, and premium economy class on select international airlines when booked through AmexTravel.com. Savings vary by airline, route, and travel date.
Travel Discounted fares
Priority Pass Select Membership
Complimentary Priority Pass Select membership providing access to 1,300+ airport lounges worldwide. Enrollment required; guest access fees may apply depending on lounge policy.
Travel Complimentary membership
The Hotel Collection Benefits
Booking a minimum 2-night stay at The Hotel Collection properties through AmexTravel.com provides a $100 property credit for qualifying charges and a room upgrade when available. Over 1,000 properties worldwide.
Travel $100 property credit per stay
Up to $100
Trip Delay Insurance
If a covered trip is delayed by more than 6 hours or requires an overnight stay, receive up to $500 per covered trip for eligible additional expenses such as meals, lodging, and toiletries. Limited to 2 claims per eligible card per 12-month period. Underwritten by AMEX Assurance Company.
Travel Up to $500 per trip
Up to $500

Interest Rates

Purchase APR 20.24%–29.24% Variable
Cash Advance APR 29.99%
Penalty APR 29.99%

Fees

Annual Fee $895
Authorized User Fee $195
Foreign Transaction Fee None
Cash Advance Fee Either $10 or 5% of the amount of each cash advance, whichever is greater
Late Payment Fee Up to $40
Returned Payment Fee Up to $29

Approval & Eligibility

720 Recommended minimum FICO · Range 720–850
300 Poor 580 Fair 670 Good 740 Very Good 800+ Exceptional
Approval Difficulty Difficult
Credit Profile Excellent
Approval Odds Good
Decision Time Instant
Pre-Qualification Available (no hard pull)
Student Eligible No
Co-Applicant Not allowed
Business Eligible Yes

Issuer Rules & Restrictions

Maximum Cards per Issuer
You can hold up to 5 cards from this issuer simultaneously.
Shutdown Risk Triggers
Manufactured spending, misuse of Amex Offers, excessive airline fee credit gaming, abuse of Fine Hotels and Resorts or hotel credits, too many applications within 90 days, repeated card cycling (open/close/reopen), high cash advance activity, sudden large spend spikes inconsistent with account history, suspected fraud or identity inconsistencies
Cliff Effect Rules
The once-per-lifetime rule applies per card product — earning a welcome bonus on the Platinum permanently blocks earning it again. Community-documented Amex family language rules indicate that having held or earned bonuses on the Amex Gold or Amex Green Card (which share the Membership Rewards ecosystem) may block Platinum bonus eligibility. Applicants seeking all three Membership Rewards card bonuses (Green, Gold, Platinum) should apply in that order — Green first, Gold second, Platinum last — to maximize eligibility across all three products.
International Friendly
This card works well for international travel and transactions.
Additional Issuer Rules
American Express enforces a once-per-lifetime welcome bonus rule — applicants who have previously received a welcome bonus on The Platinum Card are permanently ineligible for the bonus again, regardless of cancellation and reapplication. Amex also enforces a 2-in-90-day rule limiting approvals to no more than 2 new personal Amex cards within any rolling 90-day window. As of 2026, expanding Amex family language rules indicate that having previously earned a welcome bonus on the Amex Gold or Amex Green Card may block eligibility for the Platinum Card welcome bonus, making the Platinum ideally the last card applied for in the Membership Rewards family.
Military & Hardship
MLA Compliant
Complies with the Military Lending Act (36% APR cap for active duty servicemembers).
SCRA Benefits
Interest rate capped at 6% on pre-service balances for the duration of active duty; annual membership fee waived to $0 for eligible active-duty servicemembers, qualifying Guard and Reserve members on orders exceeding 30 days, and their spouses and eligible dependents. MLA protections apply automatically for accounts opened during active duty, capping MAPR at 36% and waiving the annual fee. Relief must be requested within 180 days of leaving active duty.
Hardship Program
Hardship program available.
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Welcome Bonus $175,000
APR 20.24%–29.24% Variable
Quick Summary
Annual Fee $895
Rewards Points
Welcome Bonus $175,000
Foreign Fees None
Min. FICO 720+
Network American Express
Card Type Travel
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