Originally Posted by
d3vski
Just phoned up to downgrade to the free card to maintain my 2-4-1 but the guy on the phone stated that I would have to make a new application for the basic card and it will be as if it's a new application with a new credit check, etc but will replace my BA premium card because I cannot hold both.
Is this correct?
Yes.
To avoid phoning up you can apply for the BA free card via Amex website; by putting in your login details and existing number this will trigger downgrade as you cant hold both cards
As an aside any 2 4 1 vouchers stay in the account.