Jun 19, 2015, 7:12 am
Last edit by: 747FC
Current offer (as of 7/1/16):
"A special offer for Ameriprise Clients: $0 introductory fee for the first year, then $550. Additional Cards can also be added for an introductory fee of $0 for the first year, then $175 for up to 3 Additional Platinum Cards. Earn an additional 5,000 Membership Rewards points for every $20,000 in eligible purchases on the Card, up to 30,000 additional points per year."
https://www262.americanexpress.com/d...rsion/personal
(In 2015 the offer included 25k MR points for $3,000 spend, with $450 annual fee waived.)
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Is this card a different product than the normal personal Amex Platinum?
Yes, by all indications this card is treated differently. Multiple members have received the bonus after previously having a personal Platinum card. Members have also been able to use the travel credit on this card even after obtaining the travel credit on a personal Platinum in the same year. (Post 363)
Do authorized users have a fee?
The fee for additional users is waived for the first year. You can add authorized users at $0 when signing up or you can add them later by calling the number on the back of your card.
My decision is "in progress", what should I do?
Many users report that they received an "in progress" decision initially only to be approved within the next 48hrs with no additional communication (recon call). Click here to check status.
Does one need to be an Ameriprise customer to be approved for this card?
No, one does not have to be an Ameriprise customer in order to get approved for the card, although AMEX could technically enforce the "rule" in their terms and conditions and either cancel your card or convert it to a "regular" Platinum.
"A special offer for Ameriprise Clients: $0 introductory fee for the first year, then $550. Additional Cards can also be added for an introductory fee of $0 for the first year, then $175 for up to 3 Additional Platinum Cards. Earn an additional 5,000 Membership Rewards points for every $20,000 in eligible purchases on the Card, up to 30,000 additional points per year."
https://www262.americanexpress.com/d...rsion/personal
(In 2015 the offer included 25k MR points for $3,000 spend, with $450 annual fee waived.)
__________________________________________________ _________________
Is this card a different product than the normal personal Amex Platinum?
Yes, by all indications this card is treated differently. Multiple members have received the bonus after previously having a personal Platinum card. Members have also been able to use the travel credit on this card even after obtaining the travel credit on a personal Platinum in the same year. (Post 363)
Do authorized users have a fee?
The fee for additional users is waived for the first year. You can add authorized users at $0 when signing up or you can add them later by calling the number on the back of your card.
My decision is "in progress", what should I do?
Many users report that they received an "in progress" decision initially only to be approved within the next 48hrs with no additional communication (recon call). Click here to check status.
Does one need to be an Ameriprise customer to be approved for this card?
No, one does not have to be an Ameriprise customer in order to get approved for the card, although AMEX could technically enforce the "rule" in their terms and conditions and either cancel your card or convert it to a "regular" Platinum.
Ameriprise Amex Platinum (discontinued October 2019)
Mar 17, 2015, 6:09 pm
#256
Join Date: May 2010
Location: SEA
Programs: Delta Plat IHG Dia, Hyatt Discoverist, Hilton Gold, Marriott Plat, Global Entry, TSA ✓
Posts: 110
Okay, got the answer from Amex,
Who wants to be a guinea pig? 
test it out and please let us know
CSA: The welcome bonus is not offered to card members who have previously had the same product before.
CSA: The first year free is also a part of the welcome bonus.
CSA: The first year free is also a part of the welcome bonus.
test it out and please let us know
Mar 18, 2015, 5:19 pm
#257
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 1,708
Apr 18, 2015, 4:01 pm
#259
Join Date: Aug 2014
Posts: 102
Looks like the 25,000 point signup bonus is back through June 30!
https://www.ameriprise.com/cash-card...an-express.asp
https://www.ameriprise.com/cash-card...an-express.asp
Apr 18, 2015, 4:06 pm
#260
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: EUG,PDX
Posts: 482
This is a fantastic deal!
Looks like the 25,000 point signup bonus is back through June 30!
https://www.ameriprise.com/cash-card...an-express.asp
https://www.ameriprise.com/cash-card...an-express.asp
as I already got in on this deal.
Last edited by 2RETIREDTRAVELERS; Apr 18, 2015 at 4:14 pm
Apr 18, 2015, 9:02 pm
#264
Join Date: Jul 2005
Programs: Hilton Diamond, Starwood Platinum, AA, SW, Delta
Posts: 885
before applying for the card for the bonus can u call amex and ask if you had a personal platinum charge card before so when you apply you can increase your chances of getting the card?
Apr 19, 2015, 8:28 am
#265
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: LAX
Posts: 556
1. The Platinum Card® from American Express is issued by American Express Bank, FSB. ©2015 American Express Bank, FSB. All rights reserved. Your ability to have this Card product is contingent on a relationship between you and Ameriprise Financial, Inc. If no relationship exists, or if your relationship with Ameriprise Financial ends, American Express has the right to cancel your Card account or transfer your account to another American Express Card product that will have different features and benefits.
Last edited by mia; Apr 19, 2015 at 1:15 pm Reason: Formatting
Apr 19, 2015, 8:38 am
#266
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: EUG,PDX
Posts: 482
1. The Platinum Card® from American Express is issued by American Express Bank, FSB. ©2015 American Express Bank, FSB. All rights reserved. Your ability to have this Card product is contingent on a relationship between you and Ameriprise Financial, Inc. If no relationship exists, or if your relationship with Ameriprise Financial ends, American Express has the right to cancel your Card account or transfer your account to another American Express Card product that will have different features and benefits.
I don't have account with Ameriprise, looks like am not qualified?
I don't have account with Ameriprise, looks like am not qualified?
Last edited by 2RETIREDTRAVELERS; Apr 19, 2015 at 8:47 am
Apr 19, 2015, 10:34 am
#267
Join Date: Apr 2013
Posts: 133
Most people on this thread don't, so far this has not been an issue. I applied and was approved last August, got the 25K MRP, Global entry fee, $200.00 airline fee credits twice and more for no fee. Wife did the same. Neither of us has any relationship with Ameriprise.
Apr 19, 2015, 10:41 am
#268
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: EUG,PDX
Posts: 482
Apr 19, 2015, 1:32 pm
#269
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: IAD
Posts: 319
I'm trying to figure out whether to try to take advantage of this. I currently hold a regular Amex Plat (since last august, when I was targeted for 100K). I do not plan to renew, due to the high annual fee (the only benefits I'd use are the airline fee credit and the Centurion Lounge once in a blue moon, I have Priority Pass through Citi Prestige).
I understand that I won't get the 25k MR bonus, OK. There is a post a few messages back that the annual fee waiver is part of the welcome bonus, which I hope is incorrect.
If I can get another year's membership for free, I'll take jump on this, otherwise, no.
The other question is the free additional cards (instead of $175). My wife has never held an Amex Platinum, so if I jump on this and add her as an additional cardholder, does that make her ineligible for a future welcome bonus as a new cardholder?
I understand that I won't get the 25k MR bonus, OK. There is a post a few messages back that the annual fee waiver is part of the welcome bonus, which I hope is incorrect.
If I can get another year's membership for free, I'll take jump on this, otherwise, no.
The other question is the free additional cards (instead of $175). My wife has never held an Amex Platinum, so if I jump on this and add her as an additional cardholder, does that make her ineligible for a future welcome bonus as a new cardholder?
Apr 19, 2015, 3:20 pm
#270
Moderator
Join Date: Jun 2003
Location: Miami, Mpls & London
Programs: AA & Marriott Perpetual Platinum; DL & HH Gold
Posts: 48,958