Originally Posted by pcoll

I applied today and was very surprised to get denial. Applied through my Citi account portal.
I have always received cards applied for, including CSR.
Credit score above 800, I am far below 5/24 card restriction. No hard pulls in the last year.
Response with Denial said they would send email within 15 days with explanation for denial.

I wonder if Citi or AA has put a hold on approvals for this card until the AF increase goes into effect at the end of the month.