Does anyone know if the "first time cardholder" applies to someone (like me) who has never had a Citi AAdvantage card in the US, but had a Citi AAdvantage card with Citibank Belgium? I obtained the card in September 2008 and, although I still have the same credit account, Citibank Belgium eliminated the AAdvantage card offering about 6-9 months ago and sent me a new (non-AA) card. This card has never appeared on my credit report, (though I can't remember if I gave them my SS# or not) and I never received any signup bonus (they didn't offer one in Belgium).
I am living in the US again, so the US residency requirement is not an issue.
I searched the Other Credit Cards thread, but didn't find any similar questions. Thanks!