Originally Posted by Chiller3333

Another question regarding Germany -> USA transfer.
I moved to the states recently and obviously my FICO score does not allow me to get a US credit card.
Was thinking about applying for a German AmEx (Gold or Platinum), keep it for 6 months or a year and then transfer it to the USA.
What are your thoughts on this? Apparently 3 months is "enough" but am I guaranteed to get a US card after that?
My German credit score is very good and as I'm still a German resident I should be able to get such a card without major issues I think.
Despite the 2% transaction fee I'd probably use the card as my major one in the states if that helps.
Obviously I will call them regarding that as well but I'd be interested in people who actually have some experience with this stuff.