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ACCESS TO DISTINCTIVE EXPERIENCES AWAITS YOU
Among the remarkable benefits of the American Express Card, you'll enjoy an exceptional level of personal service and attention as
well as access to incredible experiences. Plus, with the Membership Rewards® program you can enjoy one-of-a-kind moments when you
redeem points toward shopping, travel, and entertainment.
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Additional Cards
Add up to five Additional Cards to your account for family members, friends, or anyone you choose for just one fee of
$30. Each Card after the first five is an additional $30. Additional Cards carry the same benefits as yours, and you can
earn points on each one.
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No Pre-Set Spending Limit
The American Express® Card has no preset spending limit which gives you purchasing power that adjusts with your use of the card.
No preset spending limit does not mean unlimited spending. Your purchases are approved based on a variety of factors including
current spending patterns, your payment history, credit record, and financial resources known to us.
Manage Your Card Account Online
Pay your bill or view up-to-date billing information, including transactions, charges, and payments, and check your
Membership Rewards account — all online, anytime, day or night.
Payment Flexibility
There are several options that allow you to pay over time on almost any charge you make — even if you normally pay your bill in full.
If eligible, you have the ability to automatically revolve all travel-related charges or any charge over $200, or to simply select which
charges you'd like to pay over time. Some credit cards assess finance charges on all purchases if you carry a balance. The American
Express Card only assesses finance charges on the purchases you've designated by using one of these pay-over-time features. And when your
statement comes, it's your choice — pay in full, pay the minimum, or anything in between. You can enjoy greater payment flexibility,
and earn Membership Rewards® points as usual.
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Pay Bills with Your Card
Paying cable and phone bills and tolls can be tedious and time consuming. But you can save yourself the hassle by having them
automatically billed to your Card. Just call your service providers and tell them you would like to have your bills charged to your
Card.
Online Year-End Summary
Your Online Year-End Summary provides a detailed record of all your expenses, organized by month and category, such as travel,
entertainment, healthcare, and fees — plus expenses can be labeled as personal or business. You can also print, sort, and
download your Online Year-End Summary to your computer — a helpful tool come tax time.
Account Alerts
Get updates via e-mail, mobile phone, pager, or PDA that help you avoid late payments, manage your spending, stay current with your
balance, and more — anytime and anywhere.
Authorized Access
With Authorized Access, a fee-free feature of your Card, you have the power to appoint third-party individuals to help manage
your account on your behalf - including Additional Cardmembers.
Download to Quicken® or Microsoft Money®
Download your account information to personal finance programs like Quicken or Microsoft Money to help manage your finances.
Dispute Resolution
If you disagree with a charge on your statement and are unable to resolve the situation with the merchant, American Express will take
responsibility for helping to resolve the dispute fairly. Some credit card companies require you to write a letter — with American
Express all it takes is a
phone call to get things started.
Emergency Card Replacement
If you lose your Card, we can usually get a new one to you in 24 hours. Call 1-800-964-8542 or visit one of over
2,200 Travel Services locations worldwide to request a new one.
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Identity Theft Assistance
Representatives are on call 24/7 to help determine if you are a victim of identity theft, recommend steps for recovery,
and offer tips on how to protect yourself in the future. At your request, we will send you a comprehensive package designed
to help you navigate the recovery process. Call 1-800-297-7672 for assistance or visit us online.
Bonus Points MallSM
Starting October 1st, shop online at BonusPointsMall.com and earn double points at over 100 of the most popular online brand
name retailers, such as saks.com, Target.com, BarnesandNoble.com and Gap.com.
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The Membership Rewards Program
Earn one point for virtually every dollar you spend on your Card, and throughout the year, you will have the opportunity to earn
additional bonus points that can be used to earn rewards faster. Points can be redeemed for incredible rewards from the finest names in
travel, shopping, dining, and
entertainment.5
With so many choices, you can find something that suites you perfectly. Plus, points have
no expiration date and there's no limit to how many you can earn.
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Redeem Points for Travel and More
You can transfer points to your frequent flyer or frequent hotel guest account or redeem for a certificate with one of our partner
airlines and hotels. Or redeem points for flights on the American Express Travel website, and fly when you want, where you want, on
virtually any airline.7
You can also redeem for exclusive offers available online for a limited-time, including discounts on shopping rewards, special
travel deals, and even access to tickets for sold-out entertainment events.
Check Your Membership Rewards Balance
To view Membership Rewards points, your Card must be registered for Manage Your Card Account. To check your point balance and
pending points, see recent redemptions, or get cash rewards, simply log in to the Point Summary area. You can also call the
Membership Rewards Customer Service number at 1-800-AXP-EARN (297-3276), 7 am to 1 am, ET, seven days a week.
Green Travel Guide
For help with every phase of your next vacation, from competitive fares, to emergency assistance, to exclusive offers that change
frequently, all your travel benefits and services
click here.
A $100 travel bonus on qualifying vacation packages.When you use the Card to book your
qualifying vacation package8 with American Express Travel,
you'll not only enjoy a perfectly planned vacation, but if you qualify, you'll also receive a credit to your account of up to $100
once a year.
And with over 2,200 locations in 140 countries, we have you covered whenever you need a hand, from
providing emergency cash to exchanging foreign currencies.9
Car Rental Loss and Damage Insurance
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The Car Rental Loss and Damage Insurance Plan provides coverage for theft of or damage to most rental vehicles when you use your
eligible Card to reserve and pay for your rental vehicle. Simply decline the collision damage waiver (CDW) or similar option offered
by the Commercial Car Rental Company. Just call 1-800-338-1670 for more information and eligibility requirements.
Global Assist® Plus Hotline
The Global Assist Plus Hotline is a valuable resource whenever you travel - from the planning stages to your safe return.
Turn to us for information on visas, weather, necessary inoculations, and more. And once you're 100 miles or more away from home,
we can offer help during challenging circumstances:
• Directing you to English-speaking medical and legal professionals
• Assuring your hotel reservations even if you arrive late
• Guaranteeing hotel check-in even if you've lost your wallet
We can help you with emergency cash access, lost luggage, and more. Visit one of our more than 2,200 American Express
Travel Services locations worldwide, plus you can go online or call 1-800-333-AMEX (2639).
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Roadside Assistance If you have a problem with your vehicle when you're 50 miles or more from home, we'll be there for you,
free of charge.
Travel Accident Insurance
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Travel Accident Insurance provides coverage for American Express Cardmembers while traveling on a Common Carrier Conveyance
(plane, train, ship, helicopter, or bus) when the entire fare has been charged to the Card.
Baggage Insurance Plan
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When you purchase your Common Carrier ticket (plane, train, ship, helicopter, or bus) with your Card prior to your trip, you are
covered by the Baggage Insurance Plan against loss or damage for up to $1,250 for carry-on baggage and up to $500 for checked
baggage in excess of Common Carrier liability.
International Wireless Communication Solutions from WorldRoam®
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While traveling overseas, make it even easier to stay in touch with home. Simplify international roaming by renting an international
cell phone. Request the YouToMe service and you can forward calls from your U.S. cell phone or give friends and family (in the U.S.)
a toll-free number that rings directly on your international cell phone. Service provided by WorldRoam Limited.
Assured Reservations
Guarantee all your hotel and motel reservations with your American Express Card and your room will be waiting for you even
if you arrive late. If you have an assured reservation and your room is not available, the hotel or motel will provide you
with a comparable room nearby, along with transportation to your new location and a three-minute phone call.
Express Cash
Get cash when and where you need it, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, from over 600,000 ATMs around the world.
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Emergency Check Cashing Privileges
What do you do if you need to cash a check but there aren't any branches of your bank around? With Emergency Check Cashing Privileges,
you can cash a check and get up to $1,000 per Card. Just visit one of the 2,200 American Express Travel Services locations worldwide.
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Emergency Check-In
Emergency Check-In enables you to check into a hotel and charge your stay with the Card, even if your Card has been lost or stolen.
American Express Travelers Cheques
Behind every Cheque is someone who can help in a travel emergency, 24/7, so you can get back to your vacation fast. We'll replace
lost or stolen Travelers Cheques, and if you lose your passport or Credit Card, we'll help you replace them 24/7,
when you carry American Express Travelers Cheques.
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Cheques for Two® and Foreign Currency Travelers Cheques are also available.
Purchase Protection
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With the Buyer's Assurance Plan you can shop worry-free knowing the terms of the original manufacturer's warranty will be matched
up to one additional year on warranties of five years or less that are eligible in the U.S.
Return Protection
With Return Protection, if you're dissatisfied with any eligible purchase you made with the Card and the merchant won't take
it back, we'll reimburse you for the purchase price, up to $300 per item, excluding shipping and handling. Just call us within
90 days of the date of purchase.
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The Buyer's Assurance Plan extends the terms of the original manufacturer's warranty on covered products, up to one additional year
on warranties of five years or less that are eligible in the U.S., when the entire amount has been charged to your Card
Fraud Protection Guarantee
You aren't responsible for any fraudulent charges to your American Express Card. So shop with confidence anywhere - online or off.
Entertainment Access
Your source for ideas, information, and updates on some of the nation's best concerts, sporting events, and more is available at
Entertainment Access. Use the calendar to quickly discover what's going on nationwide - search by city, category, or date.
Plus, redeem Membership Rewards® points for tickets.
American Express Presents Broadway Live on Yahoo!
Up-to-date Information for Shows Tickets to some of the hottest shows in the Big Apple are just a click away at broadway.yahoo.com. Get up-to-date information for shows on the Great White Way.
Ticket Savings Center
Cardmembers have access to great savings from our partner Ticketmaster at the Ticket Savings Center. Choose from exciting
heater, concerts, sporting events, and family entertainment. Visit us online and use promo code AMEX.
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