Earn 120,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $15,000 in qualifying purchases on the Card within your first 3 months of Card Membership.
5X Membership Rewards® points on flights and prepaid hotels when you book at AmexTravel.com.
5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotels when you book at AmexTravel.com.
1.5X Membership Rewards® points on eligible purchases at U.S. construction material & hardware suppliers, electronic goods retailers and software & cloud system providers, and shipping providers, as well as on purchases of $5,000 or more everywhere else, on up to $2 million of these purchases per calendar year.
1.5X Membership Rewards® points on eligible purchases at U.S. construction material & hardware suppliers, electronic goods retailers and software & cloud system providers, and shipping providers, as well as on purchases of $5,000 or more everywhere else, on up to $2 million of these purchases per calendar year.
1.5X Membership Rewards® points on eligible purchases at U.S. construction material & hardware suppliers, electronic goods retailers and software & cloud system providers, and shipping providers, as well as on purchases of $5,000 or more everywhere else, on up to $2 million of these purchases per calendar year.
1.5X Membership Rewards® points on eligible purchases at U.S. construction material & hardware suppliers, electronic goods retailers and software & cloud system providers, and shipping providers, as well as on purchases of $5,000 or more everywhere else, on up to $2 million of these purchases per calendar year.
1.5X Membership Rewards® points on eligible purchases at U.S. construction material & hardware suppliers, electronic goods retailers and software & cloud system providers, and shipping providers, as well as on purchases of $5,000 or more everywhere else, on up to $2 million of these purchases per calendar year.
1.5X Membership Rewards® points on eligible purchases at U.S. construction material & hardware suppliers, electronic goods retailers and software & cloud system providers, and shipping providers, as well as on purchases of $5,000 or more everywhere else, on up to $2 million of these purchases per calendar year.
Business Platinum®
The American Express Business Platinum Card® is a charge card that offers the flexibility to spend without a preset limit, adapting to your business needs. It comes with impressive benefits, like a 150,000 Membership Rewards® points welcome offer, higher points on travel and key business purchases, and over $1,000 in annual credits for select services. You’ll also enjoy perks like a $200 airline fee credit, access to over 1,400 airport lounges worldwide, and a $199 credit for CLEAR® Plus membership. These features make the $695 annual fee well worth it for businesses that can take full advantage. Terms apply.
Application Pending? Check your status online at AmericanExpress.com/Application-Status or by calling 1-800-567-1083. Sometimes, all they need is a quick verification.
Application Declined? If your Amex application was declined, you can ask for reconsideration within 30 days without a new credit check, or up to 90 days with a new one. When you call, you can ask to move credit from another Amex card or close an old card to get the new one. If they need a tax return, send what you have—it doesn't need to match your stated income. A bank statement might work too.
Approval Rules: American Express follows a maximum of 2 card approvals within 90 days, known as the 2/90 Rule. You can hold up to 5 credit cards, excluding No Preset Spending Limit cards, with a limit of 10 such cards. Additionally, you are allowed one Platinum variant every 90 days.
The The Business Platinum Card® From American Express can be downgraded to the American Express® Business Gold Card ($375) or to the American Express® Green Card ($95). Please note, it is not recommended to downgrade an Amex card before 12 months of account opening.
When applying for a new credit card, keep your balances below 10% of your limit on each existing card. Pay down balances and wait for each card's closing date, avoiding new charges. Some banks let you update balances anytime by phone, and Chase will automatically report a $0 balance after payment.
Credits
Select one qualifying airline and then receive up to $200 in statement credits per calendar year when incidental fees, such as checked bags and in-flight refreshments, are charged by the airline to your Business Platinum Card Account.American Express relies on accurate airline transaction data to identify incidental fee purchases. If you do not see a credit for a qualifying incidental purchase on your eligible Card after 8 weeks, simply call the number on the back of your Card. See terms & conditions for more details.
Credits
CLEAR uses unique attributes, such as eyes or fingerprints, to help its members move faster through security available at 100+ airports, stadiums, and entertainment venues. You can cover the cost of a CLEAR membership with up to $199 in statement credits per year after you pay for CLEAR with your Business Platinum Card.
Extra Redemption Value
Enroll and get up to $120 in statement credits per year for wireless telephone service purchases made directly with a wireless provider in the U.S. on the Business Platinum Card. That’s up to $10 back per month.
Terms Apply. Enrollment required. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details. This benefit provides credits towards your wireless bills. Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card.
Trip Delay Insurance
If you purchase a round-trip entirely with your Eligible Card and a covered reason delays your trip more than 6 hours, we may be able to help. Terms, conditions and limitations apply. Coverage is provided by New Hampshire Insurance Company, an AIG Company.
Up to $500 per Covered Trip that is delayed for more than 6 hours; and 2 claims per Eligible Card per 12 consecutive month period. Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card. Terms, Conditions, and Limitations Apply. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details. Underwritten by New Hampshire Insurance Company, an AIG Company.
Trip Cancellation Insurance
If you purchase a round-trip entirely with your Eligible Card and a covered reason cancels or interrupts your trip, we may be able to help. Terms, conditions and limitations apply. Coverage is provided by New Hampshire Insurance Company, an AIG Company.
The maximum benefit amount for Trip Cancellation and Interruption Insurance is $10,000 per Covered Trip and $20,000 per Eligible Card per 12 consecutive month period. Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card. Terms, Conditions, and Limitations Apply. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details. Underwritten by New Hampshire Insurance Company, an AIG Company.
Lounge Access
The American Express Global Lounge Collection can provide an escape at the airport. With more than 1,400 airport lounges across 140 countries and counting, you have more lounge location options than any other credit card on the market. As of 3/2023
Terms Apply. Enrollment required. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details. This benefit provides access to airport lounges worldwide. Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card.
Extra Redemption Value
Upgrade your tech, enhance your business. Enroll and get up to $400 in statement credits per year for toward U.S. purchases with Dell Technologies on your Business Platinum Card. That's up to $200 back semi-annually.
Terms Apply. Enrollment required. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details. This benefit provides exclusive discounts and offers on Dell products and services. Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card.
Purchase Protection
Sometimes your favorite new purchase gets stolen, accidentally damaged, or lost. But when you use your Eligible Card for Covered Purchases, your Membership can help protect them for up to 90 days from the Covered Purchase date. Please read important exclusions and restrictions. Up to $10,000 per occurrence, $50,000 per calendar year.
Purchase Protection is an embedded benefit of your Card Membership and requires no enrollment. It can help protect Covered Purchases made on your Eligible Card when they’re accidentally damaged, stolen, or lost, for up to 90 days from the Covered Purchase date. The coverage is limited to up to $10,000 per occurrence, up to $50,000 per Card Member account per calendar year. Coverage Limits Apply. Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card. Terms, Conditions, and Limitations Apply. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details. Underwritten by AMEX Assurance Company.
Extra Redemption Value
Make your next trip unforgettable by flying private with Wheels Up. As a Business Platinum Card Member, save on a Wheels Up Connect or Core Membership initiation fee and receive a flight credit to use toward your first Wheels Up flight taken within your first 12 months of Membership. Enrollment required.
With Premium Global Assist Hotline, when you travel more than 100 miles from home, we can provide you with 24/7 medical, legal, financial or other select emergency coordination and assistance services. Emergency medical transportation assistance may be provided at no cost only if approved and coordinated by Premium Global Assist Hotline. Card Members may be responsible for the costs charged by third-party service providers.
You can rely on Global Assist Hotline 24 hours a day / 7 days a week for medical, legal, financial, or other select emergency coordination and assistance services while traveling more than 100 miles away from your home. Plus, we may provide emergency medical transportation assistance and related services. Third-party service costs may be your responsibility. Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card. Terms, Conditions, and Limitations Apply. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details. If approved and coordinated by Premium Global Assist Hotline, emergency medical transportation assistance may be provided at no cost. In any other circumstance, Card Members may be responsible for the costs charged by third-party service providers.
Upgraded Statuses
Enjoy complimentary premium status for a number of car rental programs. Once enrolled in a program, receive upgrades when available, discounts, and priority service for your next car rental at participating locations. Enrollment Required. Terms and limitations apply.
Priority Boarding
With Preferred Access, you will have access to premium seats for select cultural and sporting events, based on availability. For more information, please visit americanexpress.com/entertainment.
Upgraded Statuses
Cushion your return to travel with benefits that allow for more flexibility and spontaneity, like late checkouts and member rates. Plus, with Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite status, you can receive upgrades to enhanced rooms upon check-in when available.
Upgraded Statuses
With Hilton Honors Gold status, you can enjoy benefits at hotels and resorts within the Hilton Portfolio and earn reward stays faster with Hilton Honors Bonus Points.
Enrollment required for select benefits
Unlock access to exclusive reservations and special dining experiences with Global Dining Access by Resy when you add your Business Platinum Card to your Resy profile. Learn more at resy.com/globaldiningaccess, or log into your Resy Account at Resy.com or the Resy iOS app to take advantage.
Hotel Collection
When you're ready to relax and need an escape, enjoy an unforgettable experience with Fine Hotels + Resorts. When you book through American Express Travel, you'll receive an average total value of $600 in perks, like daily breakfast for two, 4pm check-out, and more. Plus, book on AmexTravel.com and you can earn 5X Membership Rewards points, or use Pay with Points, on prepaid stays with a minimum 2-night stay required to be eligible for the benefit.Average value based on Fine Hotels + Resorts bookings in 2023 for stays of two nights. Benefits include daily breakfast for two, room upgrade upon arrival when available, $100 amenity, guaranteed 4PM late checkout, noon check-in when available, and complimentary wi-fi. Certain room categories not eligible for upgrade. $100 amenity varies by property. Actual value will vary based on property, room rate, upgrade availability, and use of benefits.
Global Entry and TSA Pre-check
Stay focused on getting where you need to go. Receive either a statement credit every 4 years after you apply for Global Entry ($100) or a statement credit every 4.5 years after you apply for a five-year membership through any Authorized Enrollment Provider for TSA PreCheck (up to $85) when the application fee is charged to an eligible Card. If approved for Global Entry, at no additional charge, you will receive access to TSA PreCheck. Each Additional Card on eligible Card accounts is also eligible for one statement credit for an application fee for a five-year membership every 4 years for Global Entry or every 4.5 years for TSA PreCheck. To receive the statement credit, the application fee must be charged on the eligible Additional Card.
Extended Warranty
With Extended Warranty you can shop with less worry knowing the terms of the Original Manufacturer's Warranty can be extended up to one additional year. Applies to warranties of 5 years or less on Covered Purchases in the United States or its territories or possessions.
When an American Express® Card Member charges a Covered Purchase to an Eligible Card, Extended Warranty§ can provide up to one extra year added to the Original Manufacturer’s Warranty. Applies to warranties of five (5) years or less. Coverage is up to the actual amount charged to your Card for the item up to a maximum of $10,000; not to exceed $50,000 per Card Member account per calendar year. Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card. Terms, Conditions, and Limitations Apply. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details. Underwritten by AMEX Assurance Company.
Cell Phone Protection
With Cell Phone Protection, you can be reimbursed for your repair or replacement costs following damage or theft for a maximum of $800 per claim with a limit of 2 approved claims per 12-month period, when your cell phone line is listed on a wireless bill and the prior month's wireless bill was paid by an Eligible Card Account. A $50 deductible will apply to each approved claim.
Coverage for a Stolen or damaged Eligible Cellular Wireless Telephone is subject to the terms, conditions, exclusions, and limits of liability of this benefit. The maximum liability is $800, per claim, per Eligible Card Account. Each claim is subject to a $50 deductible. Coverage is limited to two (2) claims per Eligible Card Account per 12 month period. Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card. Terms, Conditions, and Limitations Apply. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details. Underwritten by New Hampshire Insurance Company, an AIG Company.
Auto CDW Insurance
As a Card Member, you can be covered for Damage to or Theft of a Rental Vehicle in a Covered Territory when you use your Eligible Card to reserve and pay for the Entire Rental and decline the collision damage waiver (CDW) at the Rental Company counter. Please read important exclusions and restrictions. Not all vehicle types or rentals are covered. Coverage is not available for vehicles rented in Australia, Italy, and New Zealand. This product provides secondary coverage and does not include liability coverage.
Car Rental Loss and Damage Insurance can provide coverage up to $75,000 for theft of or damage to most rental vehicles when you use your eligible Card to reserve and pay for the entire eligible vehicle rental and decline the collision damage waiver or similar option offered by the Commercial Car Rental Company. This product provides secondary coverage and does not include liability coverage. Not all vehicle types or rentals are covered. Geographic restrictions apply. Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card. Terms, Conditions, and Limitations Apply. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details. Underwritten by AMEX Assurance Company. Car Rental Loss or Damage Coverage is offered through American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
Extra Redemption Value
Platinum travel counselors specialize in providing custom itineraries and tailored recommendations to help you make the most of your travels.
Extra Redemption Value
Build your team, grow your business. Enroll and get up to $360 in statement credits per year (up to $90 back per quarter) for purchases with Indeed on the Business Platinum Card.
Lost Luggage Insurance
Travel more comfortably knowing you can be covered for lost, damaged, or stolen Baggage when you purchase the Entire Fare for a Common Carrier Vehicle ticket (e.g. plane, train, ship, or bus) on an Eligible Card. Coverage can be provided for up to $2,000 for checked Baggage and up to a combined maximum of $3,000 for checked and carry-on Baggage, in excess of coverage provided by the Common Carrier. The coverage is also subject to a $3,000 aggregate limit per Covered Trip. For New York State residents, there is a $2,000 per bag/suitcase limit for each Covered Person with a $10,000 aggregate maximum for all Covered Persons per Covered Trip.
Baggage Insurance Plan coverage can be in effect for Covered Persons for eligible lost, damaged, or stolen Baggage during their travel on a Common Carrier Vehicle (e.g. plane, train, ship, or bus) when the Entire Fare for a ticket for the trip (one-way or round-trip) is charged to an Eligible Card. Coverage can be provided for up to $2,000 for checked Baggage and up to a combined maximum of $3,000 for checked and carry-on baggage, in excess of coverage provided by the Common Carrier. The coverage is also subject to a $3,000 aggregate limit per Covered Trip. For New York State residents, there is a $2,000 per bag/suitcase limit for each Covered Person with a $10,000 aggregate maximum for all Covered Persons per Covered Trip. Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card. Terms, Conditions, and Limitations Apply. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details. Underwritten by AMEX Assurance Company.
Extra Redemption Value
Get the creative solutions your business needs. Enroll and get up to $150 in statement credits per year for eligible annual prepaid business plan purchases with Adobe on Creative Cloud for teams or Acrobat Pro DC with e-sign for teams on the Business Platinum Card. Annual prepaid business plans automatically renew each year on your annual subscription date until cancelled.
Extra Redemption Value
Use Membership Rewards Pay with Points for all or part of an eligible flight booked through American Express Travel and get 35% of those points back, up to 1,000,000 points back per calendar year.Eligible flights include First and Business Class tickets as well as any fare class with your selected qualifying airline booked through American Express Travel.
The following are your options for redeeming Amex Points for cashback:
- Use points for a statement credit at 0.6 cents per point (very poor value)
- If you have The American Express Platinum Card for Schwab ($695) you can use your points to transfer to your Chares Schwab account at 1.1 cents per point
- If you have The Business Platinum Card from American Express ($695) you can transfer your points to your Amex Business checking account at 1 cent per point
- If you have the Morgan Stanley Amex Platinum ($695) you can deposit your points to your Morgan Stanley account at 1 cent per point
Why We Like it
If you're a business owner seeking exceptional value, the American Express Business Platinum® card is an excellent choice. Here's why:
- Travel Perks: Access to over 1,300 airport lounges and complimentary elite status with Marriott Bonvoy™ and Hilton Honors.
- Business Boost: Tools like Adobe Creative Solutions and partnerships with Dell Technologies and Indeed.
- Maximize Rewards: Earn 1.5x points on large purchases and a 35% airline bonus on selected flights.
- Stay Protected: Comprehensive travel insurance and purchase protection.
- Exclusive Perks: Up to $200 in airline fee credits and credits for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck.
The American Express Business Platinum® card enhances both your business and travel experiences significantly.
Considerations
The American Express Business Platinum® card offers great benefits for business owners, but here are some downsides to consider:
- High Annual Fee: $695 per year, which can be expensive for small businesses.
- No Intro APR: No introductory APR for purchases or balance transfers.
- Requires Good Credit: Not suitable for businesses with lower credit scores.
- Limited Redemption Options: Cashback is less valuable compared to travel rewards.
- Complex Benefits: Many perks, but they can be hard to fully understand and use.
- High Spending Required: Need to spend a lot to get the most benefits.
- Travel Focused: Best perks are travel-related, so not as useful if you don’t travel often.
Think about these points to see if this card matches your business needs and spending habits.