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American Express® Business Gold Card

70,000 Points Bonus No Foreign Fees
$375 Annual Fee
19.49%–28.49% Variable Purchase APR
70,000 Welcome Bonus
670+ Recommended FICO
Points Reward Type
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Welcome Bonus

70,000 Points
Welcome Bonus
Spend $10,000 in the first 90 days
Bonus Posted Points will be credited to your Membership Rewards account 8-12 weeks after you have met the spending requirement.

Rewards

Reward TypePoints
Base Rate1x / 1%
Bonus RateUp to 4x
Point Value~0.02¢ each
Travel Portal3x
Annual Cap$150,000
ExpirationMembership Rewards points have no expiration date as long as the card account remains open and in good standing, though points can be forfeited upon account cancellation, negative balance, or late payment.
Transfer PartnersAer Lingus, Aeromexico, Air Canada, Air France/KLM Flying Blue, ANA, Avianca, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Delta Air Lines, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Iberia, JetBlue, Qantas, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, Choice Privileges, Hilton Honors, Marriott Bonvoy
Redemption NotesCash redemptions and statement credits typically yield around 0.6 cents per point versus roughly 2 cents per point for optimal travel transfers; transfers to certain U.S. airline programs (e.g., Delta, JetBlue) incur an excise tax offset fee of $0.0006 per point, capped at $99 per transaction.
CategoryRateTypeCap
Advertising (U.S. Media Providers)
4X points if this is one of your top 2 spending categories each billing cycle, on up to $150,000 in combined purchases across your top 2 categories per calendar year, then 1x; U.S. purchases at media providers for advertising in select media (online, TV, radio) only.
4x Points $150,000/yr
Gas Stations
4X points if this is one of your top 2 spending categories each billing cycle, on up to $150,000 in combined purchases across your top 2 categories per calendar year, then 1x; U.S. purchases at gas stations only.
4x Points $150,000/yr
Restaurants
4X points if this is one of your top 2 spending categories each billing cycle, on up to $150,000 in combined purchases across your top 2 categories per calendar year, then 1x; U.S. purchases at restaurants, including takeout and delivery.
4x Points $150,000/yr
Electronic Goods & Software/Cloud Services
4X points if this is one of your top 2 spending categories each billing cycle, on up to $150,000 in combined purchases across your top 2 categories per calendar year, then 1x; U.S. purchases from electronic goods retailers and software & cloud system providers only.
4x Points $150,000/yr
Wireless Telephone Services
4X points if this is one of your top 2 spending categories each billing cycle, on up to $150,000 in combined purchases across your top 2 categories per calendar year, then 1x; monthly wireless telephone service charges billed directly from a U.S. wireless provider only.
4x Points $150,000/yr
Transit
4X points if this is one of your top 2 spending categories each billing cycle, on up to $150,000 in combined purchases across your top 2 categories per calendar year, then 1x; includes trains, taxicabs, rideshare services, ferries, tolls, parking, and buses/subways in the U.S.
4x Points $150,000/yr
Flights Booked Through Portal
3X points on flights booked directly on amextravel.com or the Amex Travel App.
3x Points No cap
Hotel Stays
3X points on prepaid hotels booked directly on amextravel.com or the Amex Travel App.
3x Points No cap
All Other Purchases
1X points on all other eligible purchases, and 1x on the 4x-eligible categories once the $150,000 combined annual cap on the top 2 categories is reached.
1x Points No cap

Benefits & Protections

No Foreign Fees
Travel Insurance
Purchase Protection
Extended Warranty
Trip Delay Coverage
Lost Luggage Coverage
BenefitCategoryValue / Coverage
Flexible Business Credit
Receive up to $20 back in statement credits each month (up to $240 annually) on eligible purchases made with FedEx, Grubhub, and at U.S. office supply stores. Enrollment required.
Credits Up to $240/year
Up to $240
Walmart+ Credit
Pay for a monthly Walmart+ membership (excluding Plus Ups) with your Business Gold Card and receive a statement credit that covers the full cost each month. Enrollment required.
Credits Up to $155/year
Up to $155
Account Management Tools
Access online tools like Spend Manager and Connect to QuickBooks to help organize expenses and streamline accounting.
Financial Complimentary
American Express Business App
Manage your account on the go, add receipts, and categorize transactions using the mobile app.
Financial Complimentary
Employee Cards
Add employee cards to help manage business expenses and track spending. The first Employee Card has no annual fee, and additional Employee Cards are $50 each.
Financial $0 for first, $50 for additional
No Foreign Transaction Fees
Pay no foreign transaction fees when you use your Business Gold Card for purchases made abroad.
Financial 0% fee
Pay Over Time Option
Eligible purchases can be carried over from month to month with interest, giving you flexibility to manage your cash flow.
Financial Flexible payment
Vendor Pay by Bill.com
Integrate your Business Gold Card with Bill.com to pay vendors and manage invoices efficiently.
Financial Complimentary
Extended Warranty
Extends the original manufacturer's warranty by up to one additional year on eligible purchases with a warranty of five years or less.
Insurance Up to 1 additional year
Purchase Protection
Covers eligible purchases against accidental damage or theft for up to 90 days from the date of purchase.
Insurance Varies by coverage
Concierge Service
Access to a dedicated concierge service for assistance with dining reservations, event tickets, and other personal requests.
Lifestyle Complimentary
1X Membership Rewards Points on Other Purchases
Earn 1X Membership Rewards point on all other eligible purchases outside of the top 2 categories and after the annual cap is reached.
Rewards 1X points
4X Membership Rewards Points on Top 2 Categories
Earn 4X Membership Rewards points on the 2 select categories where your business spent the most each billing cycle, from a list including U.S. advertising, U.S. technology providers, U.S. gas stations, U.S. restaurants, U.S. shipping, and airfare purchased directly from airlines or amextravel.com.
Rewards 4X points
Annual Cap on 4X Points
The 4X points earning rate applies to the first $150,000 in combined eligible purchases across the top 2 categories each calendar year. After this cap, purchases earn 1X point.
Rewards Up to $150,000/year
Up to $150,000
Flexible Membership Rewards Redemption
Redeem Membership Rewards points for travel, gift cards, statement credits, merchandise, or transfer to airline and hotel partners.
Rewards Flexible
Account Alerts
Receive alerts for suspicious activity, large purchases, or payment due dates to help monitor your account.
Security Complimentary
Fraud Protection
American Express helps protect you from fraudulent charges with advanced fraud monitoring and alerts.
Security Complimentary
Zero Fraud Liability
You will not be held responsible for unauthorized charges made on your account.
Security 0% liability
Return Protection
If a merchant won't take back an eligible item within 90 days of purchase, American Express may refund the full purchase price, up to $300 per item.
Shopping Up to $300 per item
Up to $300
Baggage Insurance Plan
Coverage for eligible lost, damaged, or stolen baggage when you purchase your entire common carrier ticket with your eligible Card.
Travel Varies by coverage
Car Rental Loss and Damage Insurance
Secondary coverage for damage to or theft of an eligible rental vehicle when you use your Card to reserve and pay for the entire rental and decline the collision damage waiver (CDW) at the rental counter.
Travel Varies by coverage
Global Assist Hotline
Access to 24/7 emergency assistance services when you travel more than 100 miles from home, including medical, legal, and travel-related coordination services.
Travel Complimentary

Interest Rates

Purchase APR19.49%–28.49% Variable
Min. Interest Charge$1.5

Fees

Annual Fee $375
Authorized User FeeFree
Foreign Transaction FeeNone
Late Payment FeeUp to $40
Returned Payment FeeUp to $40

Approval & Eligibility

670 Recommended minimum FICO · Range 670–850
300 Poor580 Fair 670 Good740 Very Good 800+ Exceptional
Approval DifficultyModerate
Credit ProfileGood
Approval OddsGood
Decision Time1-3 days
Pre-QualificationNot available
Student EligibleNo
Co-ApplicantNot allowed
Business EligibleYes

Issuer Rules & Restrictions

Maximum Cards per Issuer
You can hold up to 5 cards from this issuer simultaneously.
Shutdown Risk Triggers
Manufactured spending, financial reviews, excessive applications in short period, defaulting on other Amex products, sudden large spending inconsistent with profile
Cliff Effect Rules
The primary restriction is the 'once per lifetime' rule for welcome bonuses on this specific Business Gold Card product. Amex may also use internal eligibility criteria, sometimes resulting in a 'pop-up' warning during application if you are not eligible for the bonus based on your history with Amex products.
International Friendly
This card works well for international travel and transactions.
Additional Issuer Rules
American Express generally enforces a 'once per lifetime' rule for welcome bonuses on specific card products, meaning you typically cannot earn the bonus again if you've had this card before. Eligibility may also be affected by other Amex cards you currently hold or have held, with Amex sometimes presenting a 'pop-up' warning if you are ineligible for the bonus.
Military & Hardship
MLA Compliant
Complies with the Military Lending Act (36% APR cap for active duty servicemembers).
Hardship Program
Hardship program available.
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Welcome Bonus 70,000 Points
APR 19.49%–28.49% Variable
Quick Summary
Annual Fee $375
RewardsPoints
Welcome Bonus70,000 Points
Foreign FeesNone
Min. FICO670+
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