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American Express

Business Platinum Card® for Fidelity

150,000 Points Bonus No Foreign Fees
$695 Annual Fee
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150,000 Welcome Bonus
740+ Recommended FICO
Points Reward Type
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Welcome Bonus

150,000 Points
Welcome Bonus
Spend $20,000 in the first 90 days
Bonus Posted 8-12 weeks after you have met the spending requirement

Rewards

Reward TypePoints
Base Rate1x / 1%
Bonus RateUp to 5x
Point Value~0.02¢ each
Travel Portal5x
ExpirationPoints never expire as long as your account is open and in good standing
Transfer PartnersDelta SkyMiles, Emirates Skywards, Air France-KLM Flying Blue, British Airways Executive Club, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club, Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer, Marriott Bonvoy, Hilton Honors
Redemption NotesCash redemptions (statement credit) are valued at 0.6 cents per point
CategoryRateTypeCap
Purchases of $5,000 or more
On eligible purchases of $5,000 or more, with the 0.5x bonus capped at 1 million additional points per calendar year.
1.5x Points $2,000,000/yr
All Other Purchases
On all other eligible purchases, including purchases of $5,000 or more after the annual cap for the 1.5x rate is reached.
1x Points No cap

Benefits & Protections

No Foreign Fees
Airport Lounge
Travel Insurance
Purchase Protection
Extended Warranty
Trip Delay Coverage
Lost Luggage Coverage
Concierge Service
Global Entry $100
TSA PreCheck $85
Hotel Status: Hilton Gold, Marriott Gold
BenefitCategoryValue / Coverage
$12.95 Equinox+ Credit
Receive up to $12.95 in statement credits monthly for an Equinox+ digital fitness app membership (enrollment required).
Credits $12.95/month
Up to $13
$120 Wireless Credit
Receive up to $10 in statement credits monthly (up to $120 annually) for eligible purchases made directly with U.S. wireless telephone providers.
Credits $120/year
Up to $120
$150 Adobe Credit
Receive up to $150 in statement credits annually for eligible purchases of Adobe Creative Cloud and Acrobat Pro plans (enrollment required).
Credits $150/year
Up to $150
$150 Dell Technologies Credit
Receive up to $150 in statement credits annually for eligible U.S. purchases with Dell Technologies (enrollment required).
Credits $150/year
Up to $150
$189 CLEAR® Plus Credit
Receive up to $189 in statement credits per calendar year for a CLEAR Plus membership, which provides expedited security screening at participating airports and stadiums.
Credits $189/year
Up to $189
$200 Airline Fee Credit
Receive up to $200 in statement credits per calendar year for incidental fees, such as checked bags or in-flight refreshments, charged by one selected qualifying airline.
Credits $200/year
Up to $200
$200 Hotel Credit
Receive up to $200 in statement credits per calendar year on prepaid Fine Hotels + Resorts or The Hotel Collection bookings made through Amex Travel.
Credits $200/year
Up to $200
$360 Indeed Credit
Receive up to $90 in statement credits per quarter (up to $360 annually) for eligible Indeed purchases (enrollment required).
Credits $360/year
Up to $360
Global Entry or TSA PreCheck Credit
Receive a statement credit of up to $100 every 4 years for the application fee for Global Entry or up to $85 every 4.5 years for the application fee for TSA PreCheck.
Credits Up to $100 every 4 years
Up to $100
Connect to QuickBooks
Easily categorize and reconcile transactions by connecting your account to QuickBooks for streamlined expense management.
Financial Complimentary
Employee Business Platinum Cards
Add up to 99 Employee Business Platinum Cards with no annual fee, allowing employees to earn rewards and access benefits.
Financial No annual fee for up to 99 cards
No Foreign Transaction Fees
No foreign transaction fees on purchases made abroad.
Financial 0%
Up to $0
Spend Manager
Tools to track, categorize, and manage business expenses, providing insights into spending patterns.
Financial Complimentary
Vendor Pay by Bill.com
Streamline payments to vendors and manage cash flow efficiently through integration with Bill.com.
Financial Complimentary
Baggage Insurance Plan
Coverage for lost, damaged, or stolen baggage for eligible trips. Up to $2,000 for checked baggage and up to $3,000 for carry-on baggage.
Insurance Up to $3,000
Up to $3,000
Car Rental Loss and Damage Insurance
Provides secondary coverage for damage to or theft of an eligible rental vehicle when you decline the rental company's collision damage waiver.
Insurance Up to $75,000
Up to $75,000
Cell Phone Protection
Coverage for repair or replacement costs if your eligible cell phone is stolen or damaged. Up to $800 per claim, with a maximum of 2 claims per 12-month period and a $50 deductible.
Insurance Up to $800 per claim
Up to $800
Extended Warranty
Extends the original manufacturer's warranty by up to one additional year on eligible purchases with warranties of five years or less. Up to $10,000 per item, with a maximum of $50,000 per account per calendar year.
Insurance Up to 1 additional year
Up to $10,000
Purchase Protection
Covers eligible purchases against accidental damage or theft for up to 90 days from the purchase date. Up to $10,000 per occurrence, with a maximum of $50,000 per account per calendar year.
Insurance Up to $10,000 per occurrence
Up to $10,000
Trip Cancellation & Interruption Insurance
Coverage for non-refundable travel expenses if a covered trip is canceled or interrupted for eligible reasons. Up to $10,000 per trip, with a maximum of $20,000 per 12-month period.
Insurance Up to $10,000 per trip
Up to $10,000
Trip Delay Insurance
Coverage for eligible expenses, such as meals and lodging, when a covered trip is delayed for more than 6 hours. Up to $500 per trip, with a maximum of 2 claims per 12-month period.
Insurance Up to $500 per trip
Up to $500
Business Platinum Travel Service
Access to dedicated travel counselors who can assist with booking flights, hotels, and car rentals.
Lifestyle Complimentary
Concierge Service
24/7 personalized assistance for reservations, event tickets, gift recommendations, and more.
Lifestyle Complimentary
1.5x Membership Rewards Points on Large Purchases
Earn 1.5 Membership Rewards points for every dollar spent on eligible purchases of $5,000 or more, up to 1 million additional points per calendar year.
Rewards 1.5x points on purchases $5,000+
1x Membership Rewards Points on Other Purchases
Earn 1 Membership Rewards point for every dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Rewards 1x points
5x Membership Rewards Points on Flights
Earn 5 Membership Rewards points for every dollar spent on eligible flights booked through amextravel.com.
Rewards 5x points
5x Membership Rewards Points on Prepaid Hotels
Earn 5 Membership Rewards points for every dollar spent on eligible prepaid hotels booked through amextravel.com.
Rewards 5x points
Account Alerts
Receive alerts for suspicious activity, large purchases, or important account updates.
Security Complimentary
Dispute Resolution
Assistance with resolving billing disputes for eligible charges.
Security Complimentary
Fraud Protection
Enjoy zero fraud liability, meaning you are not responsible for unauthorized purchases.
Security Zero liability
Return Protection
If a merchant won't accept an eligible item for return within 90 days of purchase, American Express may refund the full purchase price. Up to $300 per item, with a maximum of $1,000 per account per calendar year.
Shopping Up to $300 per item
Up to $300
ShopRunner Membership
Complimentary ShopRunner membership, providing free 2-day shipping and free returns at participating online stores (enrollment required).
Shopping Complimentary
Fine Hotels + Resorts Program Benefits
Access to benefits at over 1,300 properties worldwide when booking through Amex Travel, including early check-in, late check-out, room upgrade upon arrival (when available), daily breakfast for two, and a unique property amenity.
Travel Complimentary
Global Lounge Collection Access
Complimentary access to a network of airport lounges, including The Centurion Lounge, Priority Pass Select (enrollment required), Delta Sky Club (when flying Delta), Plaza Premium Lounges, Escape Lounges, Lufthansa Lounges, and International American Express Lounges.
Travel Complimentary
Hilton Honors Gold Status
Enroll to receive complimentary Gold status with Hilton Honors, offering benefits like complimentary breakfast and space-available room upgrades.
Travel Complimentary Gold Status
Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite Status
Enroll to receive complimentary Gold Elite status with Marriott Bonvoy, offering benefits like enhanced room upgrades and late checkout (when available).
Travel Complimentary Gold Elite Status
Premium Private Jet Program
Access to discounted rates and benefits with Wheels Up, a leading private aviation company.
Travel Discounted rates
The Hotel Collection Benefits
Receive a room upgrade upon arrival (when available) and a $100 experience credit to use on qualifying dining, spa, or resort activities when booking a minimum two-night stay through Amex Travel.
Travel Complimentary

Fees

Annual Fee $695
Authorized User Fee$350
Foreign Transaction FeeNone
Cash Advance FeeEither $5 or 3% of the amount of each Cash Advance, whichever is greater.
Late Payment FeeUp to $39
Returned Payment FeeUp to $39

Approval & Eligibility

740 Recommended minimum FICO · Range 740–850
300 Poor580 Fair 670 Good740 Very Good 800+ Exceptional
Approval DifficultyDifficult
Credit ProfileExcellent
Approval OddsGood
Decision TimeInstant
Pre-QualificationNot available
Student EligibleNo
Co-ApplicantNot allowed
Business EligibleYes

Issuer Rules & Restrictions

Shutdown Risk Triggers
Manufactured spending, excessive returns, sudden large spending inconsistent with history, cycling credit limits, misrepresenting business income or activity, defaulting on other Amex products, applying for too many cards in a short period (though less strict than some issuers).
Cliff Effect Rules
The primary restriction is American Express's "once per lifetime" rule, which means earning a welcome bonus on the Business Platinum Card for Fidelity generally prevents earning it again. This rule is typically applied to the specific product, meaning having received the bonus for *this specific Fidelity variant* would block future eligibility for its bonus.
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. This means applicants are typically ineligible for the welcome bonus on the Business Platinum Card for Fidelity if they have previously received a welcome bonus for this exact product. Amex may also present a pop-up notification during the application process if an applicant is not eligible 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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$695
Annual Fee

Welcome Bonus 150,000 Points
Quick Summary
Annual Fee $695
RewardsPoints
Welcome Bonus150,000 Points
Foreign FeesNone
Min. FICO740+
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