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The American Express Card
The American Express Card
The iconic green Card since 1969
Annual Fee: £60
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Key Information

Spending LimitNo pre-set spending limit
No Interest ChargesJust pay off your balance in full each month
Annual Fee£60
If you'd prefer a Card without any rewards, other features or a Cardmembership fee, an alternative option is available - The Basic Card
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The American Express Card

  • Only takes a couple of minutes to complete
  • Will not impact your credit rating
  • Allows you to apply with confidence
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Featured Benefits

  • The Iconic Charge Card
    • Launched in 1969, the American Express Green Card remains the iconic Charge Card that enables you to stay in control of your finances
  • Membership Rewards
    • Earn Membership Rewards® points on virtually all your purchases
  • Redeem Points
    • Redeem your points with our great partners, including Amazon, Harrods and Marks & Spencer
  • No Pre-set Limit
    • Benefit from no Pre-set spending limit

    All Benefits

    Reward Yourself
    Ways to Redeem Your Points
    Invite Friends, get Rewarded
    Complimentary Supplementary Cards
    Travel Benefits
    Travel Inconvenience Insurance
    Global Assist®
    Travel Accident Insurance
    World-class Service
    American Express Experiences
    American Express Offers
    Extended Waranty
    Refund Protection
    Purchase Protection
    Fraud Guarantee
    Receive your Card in the Post

    Eligibility

    To save time before applying for The American Express Card, it’s best to make sure you can say yes to the following.
    • I am aged 18 or over
    • I have a current UK bank or building society account
    • I have a permanent UK home address
    • I have no history of bad debt
    • If you can say yes, go ahead. Your application takes less than 10 minutes and we may be able to give you a response in less than 60 seconds – so apply now.

    Important Information

    Please ensure that you have read and downloaded these important documents before starting your application.
    If you'd prefer a Card without any rewards, other features or a Cardmembership fee, an alternative Card is available - The Basic Card.
    American Express adheres to The Standards of Lending Practice which are monitored and enforced by the Lending Standards Board
    Need help completing your application? Click here for more information. If you are visually impaired, our online applications are accessibility software compatible.

    Apply today and get a decision in as little as 60 seconds.

    Apply today and get a decision in as little as 60 seconds.
    The American Express Card is offered by American Express Services Europe Limited.

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