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An Additional Card lets you share the benefits and convenience of your American Express® Card with those closest to you. With just one Account, Additional Cards can be used in different locations at the same time. Plus, all points earned from Additional Card spend will go into your primary Account. Additional Card Members must be 18 years or older.
The American Express
Airpoints Platinum Card
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Airpoints Card
The American Express
Airpoints Platinum Reserve Card
The American Express®
Platinum Edge Credit Card
The American Express
Platinum Card®
The American Express®
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The American Express®
Personal Card
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Gold Credit Card
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Blue Credit Card
The American Express® Platinum
Membership Rewards® Credit Card
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Once your Additional Card Member has their Card, they’ll need to activate
and set up their own Online Account.
If you’re not able to apply online, call the number on the back of your Card and we’ll gladly assist.
For most American Express Accounts, you can only apply for the same Additional Card as your basic Card Account (excluding The Platinum Card). For example, if you hold The Platinum Edge Credit Card, you can only apply for Platinum Edge Additional Cards.
The basic Card Member is liable for payment of all spend made by Additional Card Members.
You can check the balance of your Additional Cards anytime via your online Account, your monthly statement, or by calling the number on the back of your Card. All spend made by Additional Card Members will be clearly stated on your statement and online Account.
All points earned from the spend made by Additional Card Members will be directly credited to the basic Card Member’s account (provided you are enrolled in a rewards program). Both the basic and Additional Card Members will earn points at the same rate.
You can have up to four Additional Card Members connected to your basic Card Account.
The Additional Card will be delivered to the basic Card Member via post, within 3-5 business days of the application being approved. Once received, Additional Card Members should activate their Card by creating their own unique login at americanexpress.co.nz/register and register for Online Services to be able to manage their Card (online or via the Amex App).
American Express approval criteria apply. Subject to Terms and Conditions. Fees and charges apply. All information is correct as at 1 June 2018 and is subject to change. This offer is only available to those who reside in New Zealand. Cards are offered, issued and administered by American Express International (NZ), Inc.
1. Additional Card Members must be 18 years of age or over. Please note Additional Cards are referred to as Supplementary Cards in some Terms and Conditions and marketing materials. The basic Card Member will be liable to pay for all spend made by Additional Card Members.
2. Airpoints Platinum Card Insurance. For all non-emergency insurance claims, please follow the link www.americanexpress.com/newzealand/claims. This insurance is subject to terms, conditions and exclusions – see the full insurance Terms and Conditions for your American Express Airpoints Platinum Card available here. You must use your American Express Airpoints Platinum Card to pay for eligible items to be covered under the insurance or pay for your smartphone or monthly contract in order to be covered under the Smartphone Screen Insurance. Cover applies for incidents occurring on or after 27 November 2017. Maximum of 2 claims per 12 month period, per Account, maximum cover of $500 per claim and an excess of 10% of the claimed amount applies. Waiting periods may apply. The insurance is underwritten by Chubb Insurance New Zealand Limited (Company No. 104656) under a group policy held by American Express International (NZ), Inc. (Company Number 867929). Card Members are not a party to the group policy, but may be able to claim under it as third party beneficiaries. This website does not take into account your objectives or financial situation. You should read the full Terms and Conditions to decide if this insurance meets your needs.
3. Airpoints Platinum Reserve Card Insurance. For all non-emergency insurance claims, please follow the link www.americanexpress.com/newzealand/claims. This insurance is subject to terms, conditions and exclusions – see the full insurance Terms and Conditions for your American Express Airpoints Platinum Reserve Card available here. You must use your American Express Airpoints Platinum Reserve Card to pay for your eligible items in order to be covered under the insurance or pay for your smartphone or monthly contract in order to be covered under the Smartphone Screen Insurance. Cover applies for incidents occurring on or after 27 November 2017. Maximum of 2 claims per 12 month period, per Account, maximum cover of $500 per claim and an excess of 10% of the claimed amount applies. Waiting periods may apply. The insurance is underwritten by Chubb Insurance New Zealand Limited (Company No. 104656) under a group policy held by American Express International (NZ), Inc. (Company Number 867929). Card Members are not a party to the group policy, but may be able to claim under it as third party beneficiaries. This website does not take into account your objectives or financial situation. You should read the full Terms and Conditions to decide if this insurance meets your needs.
4. Platinum Card Smartphone Screen Insurance. Cover applies for incidents occurring on or after 27 November 2017. For all non-emergency insurance claims, please follow the link www.americanexpress.com/newzealand/claims. This insurance is subject to terms, conditions and exclusions – see the full insurance Terms and Conditions for your American Express Platinum Card available here. You must use your American Express Platinum Card to pay for your smartphone or monthly contract in order to be covered under the Smartphone Screen Insurance. Maximum of 2 claims per 12 month period, per Account, maximum cover of $500 per claim and an excess of 10% of the claimed amount applies. Waiting periods may apply. The insurance is underwritten by Chubb Insurance New Zealand Limited (Company No. 104656) under a group policy held by American Express International (NZ), Inc. (Company Number 867929). Card Members are not a party to the group policy, but may be able to claim under it as third party beneficiaries. This website does not take into account your objectives or financial situation. You should read the full Terms and Conditions to decide if this insurance meets your needs.
5. Priority Pass Membership. Subject to the Terms and Conditions of the Priority Pass™ program. Priority Pass is an independent airport lounge access program. Primary Platinum Card Members and one nominated Additional Platinum Card Member per Account are eligible for Priority Pass membership. At any visit to a Priority Pass lounge that admits guests, you may bring in one guest at no charge. You will be charged the prevailing retail rate for any additional guests. Some lounges do not admit guests. Both the Primary and Additional Platinum Card Members must enrol into Priority Pass and may access participating Priority Pass lounges by presenting your Priority Pass card and airline boarding pass. In some lounges, Priority Pass member must be 21 years of age to enter without a parent or guardian. Amenities may vary among airport lounge locations. Conference rooms, where available, may be reserved for a nominal fee. Priority Pass lounge partners and locations are subject to change. All Priority Pass members must adhere to the Priority Pass Conditions of Use, including house rules of participating lounges, and can be viewed at prioritypass.com. Please allow 4-6 weeks from enrolment to receive your Priority Pass card and membership package.
6. Gold Card Additional Card Members. An Additional Card Member fee of up to $70 per year may apply. Additional Card Members must be 18 years of age or over. Please note Additional Cards are referred to as Supplementary Cards in some Terms and Conditions and marketing materials. The basic Card Member will be liable to pay for all spend made by Additional Card Members.
7. Gold Card Buyer’s Advantage Cover. The American Express Gold Card insurance is subject to terms, conditions, limitations and exclusions - see the full Terms and Conditions available here. You must use your American Express Gold Card to pay for eligible items in order to be eligible for the insurance. The insurance is underwritten by Chubb Insurance New Zealand Limited (Company No. 104656) under a group policy held by American Express International (NZ), Inc. (Company Number 867929). Card Members are not a party to the group policy, but may be able to claim under it as third party beneficiaries. This website does not take into account your objectives or financial situation. You should read the full Terms and Conditions to decide if this insurance meets your needs.
8. Personal Card Additional Card Members. An Additional Card Member fee of up to $40 per year may apply. Additional Card Members must be 18 years of age or over. Please note Additional Cards are referred to as Supplementary Cards in some Terms and Conditions and marketing materials. The basic Card Member will be liable to pay for all spend made by Additional Card Members.
9. Gold Credit Card Additional Card Members. An Additional Card Member fee of up to $20 per year may apply. Additional Card Members must be 18 years of age or over. Please note Additional Cards are referred to as Supplementary Cards in some Terms and Conditions and marketing materials. The basic Card Member will be liable to pay for all spend made by Additional Card Members.
10. Blue Credit Card Additional Card Members. An Additional Card Member fee of up to $15 per year may apply. Additional Card Members must be 18 years of age or over. Please note Additional Cards are referred to as Supplementary Cards in some Terms and Conditions and marketing materials. The basic Card Member will be liable to pay for all spend made by Additional Card Members.
11. Platinum Membership Rewards Card Insurance. For all non-emergency insurance claims, please follow the link www.americanexpress.com/newzealand/claims. This insurance is subject to terms, conditions and exclusions – see the full insurance Terms and Conditions for your American Express Platinum Membership Rewards Credit Card available here. You must use your American Express Platinum Membership Rewards Credit Card to pay for eligible items to be covered under the insurance, or pay for your smartphone or monthly contract in order to be covered under the Smartphone Screen Insurance. Cover applies for incidents occurring on or after 27 November 2017. Maximum of 2 claims per 12 month period, per Account, maximum cover of $500 per claim and an excess of 10% of the claimed amount applies. Waiting periods may apply. The insurance is underwritten by Chubb Insurance New Zealand Limited (Company No. 104656) under a group policy held by American Express International (NZ), Inc. (Company Number 867929). Card Members are not a party to the group policy, but may be able to claim under it as third party beneficiaries. This website does not take into account your objectives or financial situation. You should read the full Terms and Conditions to decide if this insurance meets your needs.
