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The Platinum Card®
The Platinum Card<sup>®</sup>
Designed to heighten your travels
Annual Fee: £575
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New Cardmember Offer

Earn 30,000 Membership Rewards® points

when you spend £4,000 in your first three months of Cardmembership

Key Information

No pre-set spending limit
No interest charges when you pay off your balance in full every month
£575 yearly fee
You can also try our Basic Card. It doesn't have the rewards, features, or the Cardmembership fee.
Find out if you're eligible for The Platinum Card®

  • Only takes a couple of minutes to complete
  • Will not impact your credit rating
  • Lets you apply with confidence
Check your eligibility

Featured Benefits

  • Relax in the lounge before you fly
    • You'll get unlimited complimentary lounge access at over 1,200 airports in more than 130 countries.
  • Insurance to cover you on your adventures
    • Comprehensive worldwide protection for you, your family and any additional Cardmembers.
  • Get more from your hotel stays
    • Including room upgrades (where available) and leisurely mornings with late check-out.
  • Collect points for every pound spent
    • Every time you use your Card, earn points to redeem with a range of shopping, travel and lifestyle partners

    All Benefits

    Reward Yourself
    Collect Membership Rewards Points
    Invite friends, Get Extra Rewards
    Get A Bonus When You Join
    Collect More Points With Additional Cards
    Embrace The Platinum Lifestyle
    Unlock More Of The World
    American Express® Experiences
    Get The Best Dining Seats In The House
    Collect Points Faster With Additional Cards
    Enjoy American Express Offers
    Purchase And Refund Protection
    Get Platinum Service On Our American Express®App
    Travel With Benefits
    Relax In The Airport Lounge
    Travel Insurance For The Whole Family
    Get More From Your Hotel Stays
    Climb The Ranks Of Our Hotel Programmes
    Car Rental Upgrades And Discounts
    Hire A Taxi And Earn Credit
    24/7 Help With Global Assist®

    Check your eligibility

    Before you apply, check that you can say yes to all these statements.
    • I'm 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
    • I know I won't be eligible for any Welcome Bonus if I hold or have held any personal American Express Card in the past 24 months
    If you can, go ahead. The application usually takes 10 minutes or less, and we can often let you know in a matter of minutes

    Please review our Terms and Conditions

    Make sure you have read and downloaded these important documents before you get started. Approval is subject to status.
    You can also try our Basic Card. It doesn't have the rewards, features, or the Cardmembership fee.

    American Express adheres to The Standards of Lending Practice which are monitored and enforced by the     Lending Standards Board.
    There's extra guidance on your application here if you need it. And if you're visually impaired, our online applications will work with your accessibility software.

    American Express Services Europe Limited has its registered office at Belgrave House, 76 Buckingham Palace Road, London, SW1W 9AX, United Kingdom. It is registered in England and Wales with Company Number 1833139 and authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

    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 Platinum Card® is offered by American Express Services Europe Limited.

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