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American Express Platinum

Annual Fee

₹60,000

Rewards/₹100

₹1.00 - ₹5.00

Normalized to balance base rate with bonus categories

Interest Rate

42.00%

Credit Score

750+

At a Glance

Key Benefits

5X on travel, Rs 10Cr air accident cover, 24x7 concierge, Fine Hotels and Resorts benefits

Lounge Access

Unlimited Priority Pass lounges worldwide + Centurion Lounge access

Eligibility

Income: Rs 15L+/year, Age: 21-65 years, CIBIL: 750+, Existing Amex relationship preferred

Quick Details

Annual Fee
₹60,000 #304
Joining Fee
₹60,000 #303
Interest Rate
42.00% p.a. #108
Forex Markup
3.50% #75
Rewards/₹100
₹1.00 - ₹5.00 #49
Reward Type Reward Points
Reward Currency Points
Domestic Lounge Visits
Unlimited #1
International Lounge Visits
Unlimited #1
Min Credit Score
750+ #186
Min Monthly Income ₹NaN
Network AMEX
Card Replacement Fee 500
Late Payment Fee ₹1,000
Over Limit Fee ₹500
Cash Advance Fee 2.50% (min ₹500)
Card Replacement Fee ₹500
Fee Waiver on Spend ₹19,00,000/yr

Reward Structure

Base

All Spends

₹1.00 /₹100
Cat

Travel

₹5.00 /₹100
Partner

American Express Travel Online

₹5.00 /₹100
Cat

Dining

₹3.00 /₹100

Reward Calculator

Allocate by Category 100%
Travel
10.0 pts
40% ₹0
American Express Travel Online
10.0 pts
25% ₹0
Dining
6.0 pts
20% ₹0
Other Spends
2.0 pts
15% ₹0
Your Rewards
Points Earned 0
Cash Value ₹0
Breakdown
Quick amounts:

Milestone Benefits

Welcome Bonus

Welcome bonus of 60,000 Membership Rewards points on Rs 4 lakhs spend in first 3 months.

₹30,000

value

Milestone

Annual fee credit on spending Rs 19 lakhs in the membership year.

Spend ₹19,00,000 within 365 days

₹60,000

value

Annual Benefit

Taj vouchers and lifestyle credits on annual spend milestones.

Spend ₹10,00,000 within 365 days

₹50,000

value

Airport Lounge Access

Priority Pass Free
Unlimited

visits

+ 1 guest visits

Unlimited Priority Pass lounge access worldwide.

International Free
Unlimited

visits

+ 1 guest visits

Centurion Lounge access at select international airports.

Domestic Free
Unlimited

visits

+ 1 guest visits

Unlimited domestic lounge access via Priority Pass network.

Insurance Coverage

Air Accident

₹10,00,00,000

Rs 10 Cr air accident cover for travel booked using this card.

Travel

₹50,00,000

Comprehensive travel insurance up to Rs 50 lakhs.

Purchase Protection

₹5,00,000

Purchase protection for items bought with the card within 90 days.

Lost Card

₹0

Zero liability on unauthorized transactions when reported within 48 hours.

Emergency Medical

₹50,00,000

Emergency medical cover during international travel.

Lifestyle Perks

Concierge

24x7 Platinum Concierge for travel, dining, entertainment, and lifestyle needs.

Golf

Complimentary golf rounds at premium courses across India.

Spa

12 /year

Complimentary spa treatments at luxury hotels.

Airport Transfer

8 /year

Complimentary airport transfers in major cities.

Dining

20.00% off

20% off at select fine dining restaurants.

Quick Analysis

The American Express American Express Platinum is a premium credit card ideal for frequent travelers and high spenders. Best suited for those who can maximize the premium benefits.

Pros

  • Annual fee waiver on spending ₹1900000
  • Unlimited international lounge access
  • Unlimited domestic lounge access
  • Comprehensive insurance coverage up to ₹11 crore
  • Complimentary golf privileges
  • Spa and wellness benefits

Cons

  • High annual fee of ₹60000 may not suit everyone
  • Significant joining fee of ₹60000
  • High forex markup of 3.50% on international transactions
  • High interest rate of 42.00% on revolving credit
  • High income requirement of ₹150K per month

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the annual fee for Amex Platinum card?
The annual fee is Rs 60,000 which can be waived by spending Rs 19 lakhs in the membership year.
How is Amex Platinum different from Platinum Charge?
The Platinum Credit Card offers revolving credit with EMI options, while the Platinum Charge Card requires full payment each month. Both offer similar premium benefits.
What lounge access does Amex Platinum offer?
Unlimited Priority Pass lounge access worldwide plus exclusive access to Centurion Lounges at select international airports.
What is the reward earning rate on Amex Platinum?
5X Membership Rewards points on travel, 3X on dining, and 1X on other spends. Points can be redeemed for flights, hotels, or gift cards.
What insurance benefits does Amex Platinum provide?
Rs 10 Cr air accident cover, Rs 50 lakhs travel insurance, emergency medical coverage, and purchase protection for items bought with the card.

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