Originally Posted by
ashley1245
Just FYI...I applied for the credit card as a first time applicant on Sunday, July 9th. I received my companion code in my AS online account on Monday, July 16th. I received the plastic card in the mail on Tuesday, July 17th. So, from my recent experience I think you can shop using the companion code even before receiving your card. Hope this helps!
As an update: AS has also confirmed that all applications received by July 31 will get the companion certificate good for First Class.