New customers for the American Express Platinum Card can earn up to 85,000 Membership Rewards points within the first six months, contingent on reaching a total card spend of 10,000 euros.
This structure is divided into two distinct milestones for cardholders who maintain their accounts in good standing and do not cancel their contracts within the first 12 months.
The first 40,000 points are awarded after reaching a minimum spend of 6,000 euros within the initial six-month period. An additional 45,000 points are granted if the cardholder completes a further 4,000 euros in spending during that same timeframe.
These calculations rely exclusively on transactions made through the primary card account, including any associated supplementary cards, while Platinum Plus Card transactions are excluded from the total. To qualify for these points, transactions must exclude cash withdrawals and any credits from contract partners.
According to American Express, the bonus points are credited with the next billing statement following the achievement of the respective spending thresholds. However, should a cardholder cancel the contract or switch cards within the first 12 months, the claim to the welcome bonus is retroactively voided.
Eligibility for these rewards is restricted to new customers, defined as individuals who have not held a primary card of the same German product within the 18 months prior to their application. This definition applies regardless of how any previous contract was terminated, including withdrawal, resignation, or other reasons for ending the partnership.
Beyond the points program, the company notes that promotional claims regarding annual benefits exceeding 2,400 euros are based on sample calculations involving specific travel habits, such as hotel stays and rental car usage. These figures serve as non-binding guidelines, as actual savings depend on individual usage and service availability.
Other card products involve different spending requirements to trigger bonuses. American Express Gold Card and American Express Gold Card Rosé holders can earn rewards if they reach a minimum turnover of 3,000 euros within the first 6 months after receiving the card, excluding cash withdrawals and after deducting any credits.
American Express Card holders must reach a turnover within the first 6 months of receipt, excluding cash withdrawals and after the deduction of any credits.
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