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Learn all the ways you can earn and redeem Membership Rewards points |
Learn all the ways you can earn and redeem Membership Rewards points
Learn all the ways you can earn and redeem Membership Rewards points |
The Membership Rewards® program
With your American Express Platinum Business Card, you’re automatically enrolled,
so you can earn points on all your business spending.
Up to 2.25 points
For every $1 spent except government-related spend where you will earn 1 point for every $1 spent.1
No cap
With no cap on the number of points you can earn, you can take advantage of one of Australia’s highest Charge Card point redemption rates.
No expiry
Membership Rewards points don’t expire, so you can use them when you’re ready—whether that’s next week, or next year.
Transfer points to 12 world-class airline partners including Qantas Frequent Flyer, Virgin Australia Velocity Frequent Flyer and Air New Zealand Airpoints™.2
Use points at thousands of online stores when you check out with eligible merchants with PayPal.3
Use points to help pay down the balance on your Card via a credit.4
You can also use them to cover your Card’s annual fee.
Redeem points for retail, travel and entertainment Gift Cards5 including Apple, JB Hi-Fi, and Accor Hotels.
Shop online with your points, or a combination of points and Card payment, to purchase hundreds of top products at select retailers including David Jones.6
Redeem points directly on flights, accommodation, and car rental with American Express Travel online booking service7, Webjet, and helloworld.8
Transfer points2 to Hilton Honors or Marriott Bonvoy points for stays, upgrades, and extras.
Amex Experiences App
The Amex Experiences App* gives you unrivalled access to Platinum restaurants, travel and exclusive Member offers. Download to browse and book today.
Amex Experiences App
The Amex Experiences App* gives you unrivalled access to Platinum restaurants, travel, events and exclusive Member Offers.
Download to browse and book today.
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1. Membership Rewards: Subject to the Terms and Conditions of the Membership Rewards program. You will earn 2.25 points for every $1 spent on all spend except government where you will earn 1 point for every $1 spent. Merchants classified as "government" include the Australian Taxation Office, the Australian Postal Corporation, Federal/State and Local government bodies. Industry specific earn rate may apply when you use a payment account, payment aggregator, services of a third party or online retailers that sell goods for another merchant. For example a payment made to Local Government bodies processed through a payment aggregator may earn points at the government earn rate. There may be tax implications associated with participation in the Membership Rewards program. You are advised to check with your accountant or tax adviser for further information.
2. Points transfer: To transfer Membership Rewards points into an Airline or Hotel Partner Program you must be a member of the Partner Program. Membership of the Partner program is the Card Member’s responsibility and is subject to the Terms and Conditions of the applicable Program. A joining fee may apply. Platinum Travel Service. All fees or amounts payable in relation to the services are inclusive of GST where applicable. All fees, taxes and charges levied by the travel providers and/or air travel suppliers still apply and these are subject to change without notice until such time as tickets are issued. Domestic ticketing includes New Zealand.
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3. Shop PayPal with Points
Eligibility to ‘Shop PayPal with Points':
You can use your Membership Rewards with PayPal on eligible transactions (‘Shop PayPal with Points’) if you are the Primary Card Member of an eligible American Express® Card issued by American Express Australia Limited; your Card is enrolled in an eligible Membership Rewards program; and your Card Account is in good standing (i.e., not overdue or in collections). Additional or Employee Card Members, Card Members enrolled in Qantas or Velocity Direct program, Business Ascent program or Business Card Members with spend locked to one supplier or Card Members who hold an American Express David Jones Store Card are not eligible to Shop PayPal with Points.
Using ‘Shop PayPal with Points’:
To use points through PayPal, you must first sign in to your PayPal account. Once you are signed in, you can link your eligible Card to your PayPal account. Once you have linked your Eligible Card to your PayPal account, it will appear in your PayPal wallet. Any Eligible Card that is already in your PayPal wallet is already linked.
After you have linked your Eligible Card, you can view your Membership Rewards point balance and its associated dollar value for use on PayPal. At checkout, select and confirm the Membership Rewards option and enter the dollar amount you would like applied as a statement credit toward your associated purchase. This dollar amount cannot be higher than the amount of available points displayed to you. You may edit your selection before completing your associated purchase. You will then be charged the full dollar amount to your selected American Express Card and will receive a Statement Credit in exchange for your points redemption. The credit will be posted to your American Express account within 2 to 4 days. Depending on when your next Card statement is due, the statement credit may not appear until your next statement period.
New PayPal Account
After you create a new account at Paypal.com/au and link your Eligible Card, you will automatically be shown the available point balance and its associated dollar value for use through PayPal. During checkout, check the “Use Membership Rewards® points for a statement credit” box, confirm the dollar amount of the statement credit you would like to receive, and then finalise your purchase order.
Existing PayPal Account
While checking out using your existing PayPal account with your existing Eligible Card on file, you will automatically be shown the available point balance and its associated dollar value for use. During checkout, check the “Use Membership Rewards points for a statement credit” box, confirm the dollar amount of the statement credit you would like to receive, and then finalise your purchase order.
Please note that the use of Membership Rewards points will only be displayed for eligible Australian PayPal sellers. American Express and PayPal maintain the right to exclude sellers at their discretion at any time.
The minimum redemption value is 1,000 Membership Rewards points. The maximum points redemption is the lower of the total transaction value or the total points available in your Membership Rewards account. The number of rewards points needed for a statement credit may vary over time. The points required for the credit value will be displayed during the checkout process, prior to submission.
The full transaction amount will be charged and appear on your account and the credit will appear within 2 to 4 days of the charge (this may not be the full transaction amount depending on how many points you choose to redeem). The credit may not appear on the same statement as the full transaction amount is charged to, but may appear on your next statement. If this occurs, you must still pay the amount due on your statement by the due date.
Returns & refunds
The Card Terms and Conditions continue to apply when you Shop PayPal with Points. You must continue to make payments as outlined on your Statement of Account and in your Card Member agreement, even when you Shop PayPal with Points. All Membership Rewards points are subject to the Membership Rewards Terms and Conditions available here.
PayPal Terms and Conditions apply.
We may change or suspend the Shop PayPal with Points feature for any reason and at any time without prior notice, including when a Card account is not in good standing (overdue or in collections).
4. Points for Credit.Points may be redeemed by the Basic Card Member for a credit on the Primary Card Account. American Express may decline a Points for Credit request where the Card Account or Card Member’s other Accounts with American Express are not in good standing. The redemption of Points for Credit will be administered solely by American Express within three business days and cannot be reversed. Redeeming Points for Credit is not redeemable for cash via Credit balance refund. If redeeming with Points + Pay, the ‘pay’ component of your purchase will be automatically billed to your American Express Card Account and will appear on the first billing statement following redemption. You’ll earn Membership Rewards points on the ‘pay’ component of your purchase only.
5. Gift Cards. Gift Card or voucher rewards are not redeemable or exchangeable for cash or credit. Normal retailer gift card or voucher conditions apply, refer to the gift card or retailer website for details. Minimum redemption amount applies.
6. David Jones. Subject to the Terms and Conditions of the Membership Rewards program available here and the David Jones Partner Terms and Conditions available at DAVIDJONES.COM.AU. Only American Express Cards issued by American Express Australia Limited are eligible provided they are enrolled in the Membership Rewards program. Minimum redemption amounts apply. If redeeming with Points + Pay, the 'pay' component of your purchase will be automatically billed to your American Express Card Account and will appear on the first billing statement following redemption. You’ll earn Membership Rewards points on the ‘pay’ component of your purchase only.
7. Membership Rewards Terms & Conditions: To earn or redeem Membership Rewards points, Cards must be enrolled to the American Express Membership Rewards program, and your Card Account must be in good standing.
To redeem Membership Rewards Points with American Express Travel Online, you need to have available limit on your Card for the full transaction amount of the booking. You will then receive a statement credit within 3 business days for your points redemption. If the credit isn’t on the same statement as the transaction, it should appear on your next statement. Please pay all amounts due each month. You will earn Membership Rewards points on the full dollar amount charged to your Card.
All bookings are subject to the terms and conditions of our Membership Rewards Program. For full Terms and Conditions, please visit the Membership Rewards website.
8. Webjet & helloworld: Minimum redemption amounts apply. You can redeem points for prepaid travel of a nominated value through Webjet.com.au and helloworld with the point-of-purchase redemption capability. Travel bookings using points may be made for any person, provided all your accounts are kept in good standing and are not overdue. Partner Terms and Conditions apply. Webjet is not available to Card Members enrolled in the Gateway program. Subject to the Membership Rewards Terms and Conditions and the partners' booking terms and conditions.
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† Employee Cards: Subject to Terms and Conditions. Fees and charges may apply. This offer is only available to those who reside in Australia. Employee Card Members must be over 18 years of age. The Business and the Primary Card Member are jointly and severally liable for all Employee Card spending. Each employee is entitled to only one (1) Employee Card.
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Benefits requiring individual enrolment
Up to 55 Days to Pay for Purchases
You could extend your cash flow by up to 55 days.1 It's a simple way to extend your cash flow on your largest invoices or recurring bills every month – giving you more flexibility to manage your short-term cash flow or earn interest on your funds
No Pre-set Spending Limit
With no pre-set spending limit, your purchasing power can grow over time as your spending and repayment patterns evolve to meet your business needs.2
Flexible Payment Option allows you to free up your cash flow with an instant line of credit. Instead of paying your balance in full each statement period, you can choose to pay off a portion of it, up to your FPO limit, over time. Interest charges apply.3
Add up to 99 Employee Cards to your Account for no extra fee. Gain greater visibility and control when you set spending limits and lock Cards using Employee Card controls, plus earn points on your employees’ Card purchases5.
Take advantage of this fast and secure payments solution to pay virtually all of your domestic suppliers—even if they don’t accept Card payments—and earn points too. Enrolment required.4
Link your Card to accounting software
Link your Card transactions to ensure a more efficient and seamless business finance experience.
Choose from:
- Intuit Quickbooks
- MYOB
- Xero
Enrolment required.
Platinum Concierge
Platinum Concierge
Whether you need a customised gift for a client, a hard-to-snag table at a restaurant, or tickets to a concert, show, or game, the Platinum Concierge has your back. To contact the Platinum Concierge, call 1800 175 568 and press Option 2.*
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1. Up to 55 days cash flow: Depending on your method of payment, when you make a purchase, when your statement is issued and whether or not you are carrying forward a balance on your account from your previous statement period. If you pay by direct debit, your payment will be processed 10 days after your statement is issued.
2. No pre-set spending limit does not mean unlimited spending. Your purchases are approved based on a variety of factors, including current spending patterns, your payment history, credit records, and financial resources known to us.
3. With Flexible Payment Option, you will be charged interest if you do not pay your Closing Balance in full by the due date each month. Please refer to your monthly statements for the current interest rate and PDS for number of interest free days. Please refer to the full Flexible Payment Option Terms and Conditions.
4. AccessLine: This information has been prepared without taking into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should read the AccessLine Terms and Conditions and consider the appropriateness of Australian domestic payments using AccessLine in relation to your individual requirements. AccessLine is not available to individual consumers. To enrol in this service, your business will be required to complete an application, which is subject to review and approval by American Express. To use AccessLine, you must have an American Express Corporate Card or American Express Business Card that is registered to use the service. Terms, conditions, fees and charges apply.
5. Employee Cards: Subject to Terms and Conditions. Fees and charges may apply. This offer is only available to those who reside in Australia. Employee Card Members must be over 18 years of age. The Business and the Primary Card Member are jointly and severally liable for all Employee Card spending. Each employee is entitled to only one (1) Employee Card.
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** Amex App: To use the App, you must be registered for Online Services. Apple, the Apple logo, Touch ID and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc. The Android robot is reproduced or modified from work created and shared by Google and used according to terms described in the Creative Commons 3.0 Attribution License.
† Employee Cards: Subject to Terms and Conditions. Fees and charges may apply. This offer is only available to those who reside in Australia. Employee Card Members must be over 18 years of age. The Business and the Primary Card Member are jointly and severally liable for all Employee Card spending. Each employee is entitled to only one (1) Employee Card.
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Benefits requiring individual enrolment
Platinum Travel Services
Platinum Travel Services1 can assist you with all of your travel needs, including:
- Booking and confirming flights
- Hotel and car reservations
- Sightseeing activities
Simply call Platinum Travel Service on 1800 175 568 and press Option 1.
Use points, dollars, or a combination of both to book your next trip and enjoy no restrictions, no blockout dates, and no booking fees.2
Book your next trip using points or a combination of points and payment on helloworld.com.au or by visiting your local Helloworld Travel branch.3
With over 30 airline partners, odds are, you’ll be able to fly your favourite.3 You can even use Membership Rewards points to pay when booking online.
Enjoy access to over 1,400 airport lounges in 140 countries worldwide, including:
To enrol in Priority Pass, call Platinum Card Services on 1800 175 568 and select Option 3.
You can also access Virgin Australia domestic lounges when flying Virgin Australia.4
Use points with your preferred airline partner by joining that airline’s Frequent Flyer program. Then it’s simple to transfer points5 and book from the airline’s website. Our partner airlines are:
Domestic:
- Qantas Frequent Flyer
- Virgin Australia Velocity Frequent Flyer
International:
- Air New Zealand AirpointsTM
- Cathay Pacific Asia MilesTM
- Emirates Skywards
- Etihad Guest
- Hawaiian Miles
- Malaysia Airlines Enrich
- Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer
- THAI Royal Orchid Plus
- Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
- Qatar Avios Privilege Club
Transfer points to Hilton Honors
Use Hilton Honors points toward free hotel nights, dream vacation packages, relaxing cruises or merchandise from an array of premier retailers at Hilton properties.5
Transfer points to Marriott Bonvoy™
Marriott Bonvoy™ offers you the best rates at over 860 esteemed hotels, including Sheraton® Hotels and Resorts, Four Points® by Sheraton, W® Hotels, Le Méridien® and more, with no blockouts.5
Enjoy complimentary annual membership to Accor Plus,6 which entitles you to a host of benefits including one 'Stay Plus' complimentary night stay each year and up to 50% off your dining bill at over 1,100 participating Accor Hotel restaurants. Enrolment required.6
Fine Hotels + Resorts Benefits
Every time you book with Fine Hotels + Resorts7 you’ll receive a range of complimentary benefits, including room upgrade (when available), breakfast for two, and 4pm late checkout.
Hotel Elite Status
With your Platinum Business Card, you gain instant elite status8 with the following loyalty programs:
Individual enrolment in each program is required.
Book a room with The Hotel Collection9 and receive special benefits including room upgrades (when available) and a hotel credit of up to US$100 on qualifying charges.
Hertz Gold Plus Rewards®
Receive up to 15% off standard rates, up to 25% off Prestige Collection vehicles, and upgrades of one car class whenever possible at participating Hertz locations across the world. Enrolment required.10
Receive one complimentary car-class upgrade whenever possible and increased savings on car rentals at participating locations worldwide. Enrolment required.11
Automatically receive complimentary domestic and international Travel Insurance.12 Cover is available for you, your partner and your dependent children up to the age of 25, as well as all your Employee Platinum Business Card Members. Your Platinum Business Travel Insurance includes:
- Travel Inconvenience Cover
- Medical Emergency Expenses Cover
- Public Transport Accident Cover
- Baggage, Money and Documents Cover
- Travel Cancellation and Amendment Cover
- Personal Liability Cover
- Loss of Income Cover
Should the unexpected occur whilst you’re travelling, make sure you contact Chubb Assistance as soon as practicable on 1800 950 797 (Overseas Telephone: +61 2 8912 4595). Chubb Assistance will ensure you receive fast and effective treatment from a doctor who speaks your language. Your claim may be affected should you not contact us as soon as practicable.
For the full Platinum Business Insurance Terms and Conditions, please click here.
If your Card is lost or stolen, we can get a replacement one to you within 2 business days at no extra cost.13 Just make sure you inform us as soon as possible to ensure that you won't be liable for any unauthorised charges.
Call 1800 175 568 from Australia or +612 9271 4335 from overseas.
We can even instantly replace your Card on your mobile wallet if you already have this provisioned on your phone.
Once you receive your new Card, simply activate it at amex.com.au/activate. If you find the original Card later, simply destroy it.
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1. Platinum Travel Service: All fees or amounts payable in relation to the services are inclusive of GST where applicable. All fees, taxes and charges levied by the travel providers and/or air travel suppliers still apply and these are subject to change without notice until such time as tickets are issued. Travel services provided by American Express International, Inc. ABN 15 000 618 208. Incorporated with Limited Liability in Delaware, USA.
2. American Express Travel Online: You can redeem points for prepaid travel of a nominated value through American Express Travel Online with the point-of-purchase redemption capability. Travel bookings using points may be made for any person, provided all your Accounts are kept in good standing and are not overdue. All travel bookings are subject to availability. Subject to the American Express Travel Online standard booking Terms and Conditions.
3. Travel Agency Partners: Minimum redemption amounts apply. You can redeem points for prepaid travel of a nominated value through Webjet and Helloworld with the point-of-purchase redemption capability. Travel bookings using points may be made for any person, provided all your Accounts are kept in good standing and are not overdue. Partner Terms and Conditions apply. Subject to the Terms and Conditions of the Membership Rewards program and the Partners' booking Terms and Conditions.
4. The American Express Global Lounge Collection:
Please note, some lounges may require you to present your physical Platinum Card to gain entry into their lounges. We highly recommend travelling with your physical Card as some lounges may not accept digital Cards.
The Centurion® Lounge. Platinum Card Members have complimentary access to all locations of The Centurion Lounge. Gold Card and Green Card Additional Cards on your Platinum account are not eligible for complimentary access. All access to The Centurion Lounge is subject to space availability. To access The Centurion Lounge, Platinum Card Members must arrive within 3 hours of their departing flight and present The Centurion Lounge agent with the following upon each visit: their valid Card, a boarding pass showing a confirmed reservation for a departing flight on the same day on any carrier and a government-issued I.D. Note that select lounges allow access to Card Members with a confirmed reservation for any same-day travel (departure or arrival). Refer to the specific location’s access policy for more information. Failure to present this documentation may result in access being denied. Card Members must be at least 18 years of age to enter without a parent or legal guardian. All Centurion Lounge visitors must be of legal drinking age in the jurisdiction where the Lounge is located to consume alcoholic beverages. Please drink responsibly. American Express reserves the right to remove any person from the Lounge for inappropriate behavior or failure to adhere to rules, including, but not limited to, conduct that is disruptive, abusive or violent. Soliciting other Card Members for access into our lounge is not permissible. Hours may vary by location and are subject to change. Amenities vary among The Centurion Lounge locations and are subject to change. Card Members will not be compensated for changes in locations, rates or policies. In addition to the complimentary services and amenities in the Lounge, certain services, products or amenities may be offered for sale. You are responsible for any purchases and/or servicing charges you make in The Centurion Lounge or authorize our Member Services Professionals to make on your behalf. Services available at the Member Services Desk are based on the type of American Express Card used to enter the Lounge. American Express will not be liable for any articles lost or stolen or damages suffered by visitors to The Centurion Lounge. If we in our sole discretion determine that you have engaged in abuse, misuse, or gaming in connection with lounge access in any way or that you intend to do so, we may remove access to The Centurion Lounge from the Account. Use of The Centurion Lounge is subject to all rules and conditions set by American Express. American Express reserves the right to revise the rules at any time without notice.
The Centurion Lounge – Sydney & Melbourne, Australia:
Guest access policies for The Centurion Lounges in Sydney and Melbourne, Australia may vary to the Global Lounge Collection terms. For more information on the Australian Lounges access, visit americanexpress.com.au/airportlounge
Escape Lounges - The Centurion® Studio Partner. This benefit is available to the Platinum Card. Additional Gold Cards and Additional Green Cards on your Platinum account are not eligible for complimentary access. Card Members receive complimentary access to all US locations of the Escape Lounges. Card Members may enter with up to two complimentary guests. Card Member must present his or her valid Card, a boarding pass showing a confirmed reservation for same-day travel on any carrier and government-issued I.D. Card Member must be at least 18 years of age to enter without a parent or legal guardian. All Escape Lounge visitors must be of legal drinking age in the jurisdiction where the Lounge is located to consume alcoholic beverages. Please drink responsibly. Card Member must adhere to all house rules of participating lounges. Card Members and their guests will receive all of the complimentary benefits and amenities afforded to the Escape Lounge customers, including access to purchase non-complimentary items. Some product features may be subject to additional charges. Escape Lounge locations are subject to change. Additional restrictions may apply.
Delta Sky Club.
Effective January 1, 2024:
Eligible Card Members travelling on a same-day Delta-operated flight with Basic Economy (E) fare tickets will not have access to the Delta Sky Club or to Grab and Go.
This benefit is available to the Platinum Card Members. Platinum Card Members must present their valid American Express Card, government-issued I.D., and boarding pass to the Delta Sky Club ambassador. Boarding pass must show a reservation for a same-day Delta-operated flight (Delta or Delta connection) departing from or arriving at the airport in which the Delta Sky Club is located. Name on boarding pass must match name on the Card. Eligible Platinum Card Members on departing flights can only access the Delta Sky Club within three hours of their flight's scheduled departure time. During a connection between Delta-operated flights on the same ticket, you may use the Delta Sky Club in your connecting airport at any time during the layover. Delta reserves the right to limit access for non-revenue flyers at any Delta Sky Club. Additional Gold Cards and Additional Green Cards on your Platinum account are not eligible for complimentary access. Access to Delta Sky Club partner lounges is not permitted. Individuals must be at least 18 years of age to access Delta Sky Club, and 21 years of age to access locations with a self-service bar, unless accompanied by a responsible, supervising adult who has access to the lounge. Eligible Card Members must adhere to all Delta Sky Club House Rules while accessing participating airport clubs. Participating airport clubs and locations subject to change without notice. Eligible Platinum Card Members may bring guests into the Delta Sky Club subject to the most current Delta Sky Club access and pricing policies, and must use their valid Platinum Card as the payment method for guest access. Guests must also be flying on a same-day Delta-operated flight. Guest access and fees subject to terms and conditions of participating airport clubs.
For the most current Delta Sky Club access and pricing policy, please visit delta.com/skyclubaccess. All Delta Sky Club rules apply to Delta Sky Club membership and use. To review the rules, please visit delta.com/skyclub. Benefit and rules subject to change without notice. Additional restrictions may apply.
Plaza Premium Lounges. This benefit is available to Platinum Card Members. Additional Gold Cards and Additional Green Cards on your Platinum account are not eligible for complimentary access. Card Members receive complimentary access to any global location of Plaza Premium Lounges. Card Member must present their valid Card, a confirmed boarding pass for same-day travel on any carrier and government-issued I.D. In some cases, Card Member must be 21 years of age to enter without a parent or guardian. Card Members may bring up to two (2) guests into Plaza Premium Lounges as complimentary guests. Card Member must adhere to all house rules of participating lounges. Card Members and their guests will receive all of the complimentary benefits and amenities afforded to the Plaza Premium Lounge customers, as well as access to purchase non-complimentary items. Some product features may be subject to additional charges. Plaza Premium Lounge locations are subject to change.
Virgin Australia. Access is complimentary for Primary Platinum Card Member and one complimentary guest only. The Primary Platinum Card Member and guest must be travelling with Virgin Australia domestically on the same Virgin Australia flight. Access is to Virgin Australia-branded lounges in Australia only. Name on boarding pass must match the name on Platinum Card and boarding pass must be presented. The Platinum Card Member and guest must present their physical valid Card and same-day boarding pass (containing your Virgin Australia Velocity Frequent Flyer number and status) to Virgin Australia lounge agents. One guest per Primary Platinum Card Member permitted. All access is subject to space availability. Additional Gold Cards and Additional Green Cards on your Platinum account are not eligible for complimentary access. This benefit is subject to change.
Lufthansa. This benefit is available to Platinum Card Members. Additional Gold Cards and Additional Green Cards on your Platinum Card Account are not eligible for complimentary access. Platinum Card Members have complimentary access to select Lufthansa Business Lounges (regardless of ticket class) and Lufthansa Senator Lounges (when flying business class) when flying on a Lufthansa Group flight. To access the Lufthansa lounges, Platinum Card Members must present their valid Platinum, a government issued I.D., and a same-day departure boarding pass showing confirmed reservation on a Lufthansa Group flight (Lufthansa, SWISS and Austrian airlines). Card Members must adhere to all rules of participating lounges. Participating lounges and locations subject to change without notice. Additional guest access and fees subject to terms and conditions of participating lounges. In some Lounges the Platinum Card Member must be at least 18 years of age to enter without a parent or guardian. Must be of legal drinking age to consume alcoholic beverages. Please drink responsibly.
For the most current list of Lufthansa lounges, guest access requirements, rules, and pricing policy, please visit https://www.lufthansa.com/de/en/lounges.
Priority PassTM - Platinum Business and Corporate Charge Cards. This benefit is available to Platinum Business and Corporate Charge Card Members. Platinum Card Members and one Employee Platinum Card Member as nominated by the Primary Card Member may enrol in the Priority Pass™ program. Additional Gold Cards and Additional Green Cards on your Platinum account are not eligible for complimentary access. Priority Pass is an independent airport lounge access program. You acknowledge and agree that American Express will verify your Card Account number and provide updated Card Account information to Priority Pass. Priority Pass will use this information to fulfill on the Priority Pass program and may use this information for marketing related to the program. Once enrolled, Platinum Card Members whose Card Account is not cancelled may access participating Priority Pass lounges by presenting your Priority Pass card and airline boarding pass. If the Card Account is cancelled, you will not be eligible for Priority Pass and your enrolment will be cancelled. At any visit to a Priority Pass lounge that admits guests, you will be charged the prevailing retail rate for any guests. Some lounges do not admit guests. In some lounges, Priority Pass member must be 21 years of age to enter without a parent or guardian. Priority Pass members must adhere to all house rules of participating lounges. Amenities may vary among airport lounge locations. Conference rooms, where available, may be reserved for a nominal fee. Priority Pass lounge partners and locations are subject to change. All Priority Pass members must adhere to the Priority Pass Conditions of Use, which will be sent to you with your membership package, and can be viewed at www.prioritypass.com. Upon receipt of your enrolment information, Priority Pass will send your Priority Pass card and membership package which you should receive within 10-14 business days. If you have not received the Priority Pass card after 14 days, please contact American Express using the number on the back of your American Express® Card. To receive immediate access to the lounges after enrolling in Priority Pass, you can activate your membership online by using your Priority Pass membership details to receive a Digital Membership Card. For a step-by-step guide on the activation process, visit prioritypass.com/activation.
Additional Global Lounge Collection Partner Lounges.American Express offers access to additional lounges in the Global Lounge Collection where Platinum Card Members have complimentary access to participating locations. Card Members must present their valid Platinum Card, a government-issued I.D., and a boarding pass showing a confirmed reservation for same-day travel on any carrier. Guest access and associated fees are subject to the terms and conditions of the participating lounge provider. Participation, locations, rates, and policies of lounges are subject to change without notice, and Card Members and their guests will not be compensated for such changes. Amenities, services, and hours may vary by participating lounge and are subject to change without notice. American Express and the participating lounge will not be liable for any articles lost or stolen, or damages suffered by the Card Member or guests inside the participating lounge. For participating lounges with a self-service bar, the Card Member may be required to be of legal drinking age in the participating lounge jurisdiction to enter without a parent or legal guardian. All Card Members and their guests must be of legal drinking age to consume alcoholic beverages. Please drink responsibly. Each participating lounge may have their own policy allowing for children under a certain age to enter for free with the Card Member who is a parent or legal guardian. Card Member must adhere to all house rules of participating lounges If American Express, in its sole discretion, determines that the Card Member or their guests have engaged in abuse, misuse, or gaming in connection with access to participating lounges in any way, or that the Card Member or their guests intend to do so, we may remove access to the Additional Lounges from the Account. American Express and the participating lounge reserve the right to revise the rules at any time without notice. For the most current list of participating lounges and access requirements, please use the Lounge Finder feature in the American Express App or visit www.americanexpress.com.au/findalounge.
5. Points transfer. To transfer Membership Rewards points into an Airline or Hotel Partner Program you must be a member of the Partner Program. Membership of the Partner program is the Card Member’s responsibility and is subject to the Terms and Conditions of the applicable Program. A joining fee may apply. Platinum Travel Service. All fees or amounts payable in relation to the services are inclusive of GST where applicable. All fees, taxes and charges levied by the travel providers and/or air travel suppliers still apply and these are subject to change without notice until such time as tickets are issued. Domestic ticketing includes New Zealand.
6. Accor Plus Complimentary Membership: An annual Accor Plus membership is valued at AU$399, found at accorplus.com/au/benefits as at 1 August 2022. Enrolment is required to receive a complimentary Accor Plus membership. An Accor Plus membership is available only to the Primary Platinum Card Member. Membership privileges will only be granted on presentation of a valid membership card and a member must identify themselves as an Accor Plus member at time of booking. Accommodation bookings must be made through all.accor.com or accorplus.com. American Express reserves the right to instruct Accor Plus to cancel your membership if you cease to be a Platinum Card Member or your account is not in good standing. Complimentary membership is a continuing benefit of your American Express Platinum Card, however American Express reserves the right to discontinue the benefit, upon providing you with reasonable notice. Once enrolled, enrolment continues for at least 12 months. If you become ineligible for this benefit or if this benefit ends, the Accor Plus membership standard eligibility criteria will apply to you. Visit accorplus.com for full membership conditions, benefits and participating properties. Room allotment for Stay Plus complimentary night stays are limited each night per participating property and must be made by visiting and booking through all.accor.com or accorplus.com. Membership privileges are subject to exceptions listed at accorplus.com/au/benefits-exceptions.
7. Fine Hotels + Resorts: *Average AU$700 value based on Fine Hotels + Resorts bookings in 2021 for stays of two nights. Actual value will vary based on property, room rate, upgrade availability and use of benefits.
Certain room categories are not eligible for upgrade; call Platinum Travel for details. Special amenity and/or Experience Credit and Platinum benefits vary by property; call Platinum Travel for details. Experience credit[s] will be applied to eligible charges up to the amount of the Experience Credit. Advance reservations are recommended for certain Experience Credits. Valid only for new Fine Hotels + Resorts bookings made through Platinum Travel Service, Business Platinum Travel Service, Centurion Travel Service, or American Express Travel Online. Available for Australian Platinum Charge Card Members and Centurion® Members only, and excludes Platinum Credit Card Members such who are not also Australian Platinum Charge Card Members or Centurion Members. Payment must be made in full with an American Express Card in the Australian Platinum Card Member's or Centurion® Member's name. Primary Card Member may be able to use Membership Rewards® points and /or Travel Credit on the American Express Travel website or on request through Platinum Travel Service or Centurion Travel Service, as payment towards Fine Hotels + Resorts, if the selected hotel and room type provides you the option to prepay in advance. Platinum Card Member or Centurion Member must travel on itinerary booked to be eligible for benefits described. Noon check-in and room upgrade are based on availability and are provided at check-in. Benefit restrictions vary by Fine Hotels + Resorts property and cannot be redeemed for cash, and may not be combined with other offers unless indicated. Benefits and additional Fine Hotels + Resorts promotions are only applied at checkout and expire at checkout. Participating Fine Hotels + Resorts properties and benefits are subject to change. Limit one benefit package per room, per stay. Three room limit per Card Member, per stay. Back-to-back stays booked by a single Card Member, Card Members staying in the same room or Card Members traveling in the same party within a 24-hour period at the same property are considered one stay and are ineligible for additional Fine Hotels + Resorts benefits (“Prohibited Action”). American Express and the Property reserve the right to modify or revoke Fine Hotels + Resorts benefits at any time without notice if we or they determine, in our or their sole discretion, that you may have engaged in a Prohibited Action, or have engaged in abuse, misuse, or gaming in connection with your Fine Hotels + Resorts benefits.
- Benefits vary by property; call Platinum Travel Service or Centurion Travel Service for details.
- The type and value of the daily breakfast (for two) varies by property; breakfast will be valued at a minimum of US$60 per room per day.
- Complimentary In-Room Wi-Fi is provided. In the case where a Property includes cost of Wi-Fi in a mandatory resort fee, the Card Member will receive a daily credit from the Property in the standard amount that the Property charges for Wi-Fi. The credit will be issued on the Card Member's final statement upon check-out.
A one category room upgrade is based on availability and eligibility at check-in to the hotel.
8. Hotel Elite Status:
Hilton Honors
As a Platinum Card Member you are eligible to enrol in complimentary Hilton Honors Gold status. Please note that a Hilton Honors Membership Number is required before you are able to enrol in this benefit. For Card Members who are new to Hilton Honors, please sign up here. Offer available only to Platinum Card Members and is not transferable. Full details of Gold status can be found at HiltonHonors.com/MemberBenefits and is subject to change by Hilton. Gold status benefits are subject to availability at participating hotels and resorts within the Hilton Portfolio. Once you request enrolment in Hilton Honors Gold status, American Express will share your enrolment information with Hilton. Hilton may use this information in accordance with its privacy policy available at Hilton.com/PrivacyPolicy. If you already have Hilton Honors Gold Status, you can maintain the benefit in the future because you don’t need to meet any stay requirements. You maintain Gold status without meeting otherwise required criteria only while an eligible cardholder or until American Express notifies you that the benefit is terminated. Hilton Honors™ membership, earning and redemption of Points are subject to Hilton Honors Terms & Conditions. All Hampton by Hilton™ hotels in the Republic of China are excluded from the Hilton Honors program. Visit HiltonHonors.com/Terms for more details. Effective April 2, 2018, the Earnings Style Options program, including Points and Miles, is no longer a valid feature of Hilton Honors. Any claims relating to the earning of Points and/or Miles under the Earnings Style Option program after April 2, 2018 are void.
Marriott Bonvoy™
As a Platinum Business Card Member you are eligible to enroll in complimentary Marriott Bonvoy™ Gold Elite Status. Once you request enrollment within the Marriott Bonvoy at the Gold Elite Status level, American Express will share your enrollment information with The Marriott Bonvoy™ Program (“Marriott Bonvoy™”). Marriott Bonvoy may use this information in accordance with its privacy statement available at www.marriott.com/privacy. You will maintain Gold Elite Status without meeting otherwise required Marriott Bonvoy criteria as long as you remain an eligible American Express Card Member or until American Express notifies you that the benefit is terminated. Marriott Bonvoy member benefits are subject to change, availability and certain eligibility requirements. Reservations booked through third parties and online booking sources are not eligible. For complete Marriott Bonvoy Program Terms visit www.marriott.com/signInOverlay.mi. Marriott Bonvoy program amenities may not be combined with the Fine Hotels + Resorts program. Upgrades are based upon availability and will vary by property.
Radisson Hotel Group - Enrolment in the Radisson Rewards program is required for membership to be upgraded. Benefits are subject to change and availability may vary by property. Radisson Rewards benefits may not be combined with benefits offered by American Express and other loyalty programs. All American Express terms and conditions apply. All Radisson Rewards terms and conditions apply. To view terms and conditions visit radissonhotels.com/en-us/terms-and-conditions. American Express reserves the right to instruct Radisson Rewards to cancel your membership if you cease to be a Platinum Card Member or your account is not in good standing.
9. The Hotel Collection: Valid only for new The Hotel Collection bookings of a minimum of two consecutive nights with participating providers made through American Express Travel Online (americanexpress.com.au/travel or americanexpress.com.au/thc), Platinum Travel Service or Centurion Travel Service. Online bookings currently only available to Primary Card Members. Available only for Eligible Card Members of the following American Express Cards: American Express® Rewards Advantage Card, American Express® Explorer Credit Card, American Express® Platinum Reserve Credit Card, American Express® Gold Card, American Express® Gold Business Card, American Express® Platinum Card, American Express® Business Platinum Card® and American Express® Centurion Card. Excludes Gold Credit Card Members who are not also Australian Rewards Advantage, Gold or Platinum Charge Card Members. Payment must be made in full with an eligible American Express Card in the Card Member’s name. Card Member must travel on itinerary booked to be eligible for benefits described. Primary Card Member may be able to use Membership Rewards® points and the Platinum Travel Credit on the American Express Travel website or on request through Platinum Travel Service or Centurion Travel Service as payment towards The Hotel Collection, if the selected hotel and room type provides you the option to prepay in advance. The eligible Card Member will receive the credit as a deduction from the final hotel bill when checking out of the hotel; they will receive $1 for each eligible dollar spent up to US$100. Eligible spend includes dining, spa and resort activities. Eligible spend does not include charges for taxes, gratuities, fees and cost of room. Additional exclusions based on specific hotel restrictions may also apply (including without limitation purchases within the hotel that are unaffiliated and/or owned by third parties) - see hotel front desk for details. Credit must be used in conjunction with initial stay and cannot be carried over to another stay, is not redeemable for cash and expires at check-out. Credit is non-exchangeable and non-refundable and is applied in USD or equivalent in local currency based on exchange rate on day of arrival. Limit one credit per room, per stay. Three-room limit per Card Member per stay. Back-to-back stays booked by a single Card Member, Card Members staying in the same room or Card Members traveling in the same party within a 24-hour period at the same property are considered one stay and are ineligible for additional The Hotel Collection benefits (“Prohibited Action”). American Express and the Property reserve the right to modify or revoke The Hotel Collection benefits at any time without notice if we or they determine, in our or their sole discretion, that you have engaged in a Prohibited Action, or have engaged in abuse, misuse, or gaming in connection with your the Hotel Collection benefits. If an eligible Card Member cancels their room, any additional rooms will no longer qualify for benefits as the eligible Card Member must be staying at the hotel. Participating providers and benefits subject to change. Taxes, surcharges and additional fees are as supplied by the hotel at the time of reservation; however they are subject to change and will be charged as applicable at the time of settlement of your hotel account. Note that payments made in foreign currencies will be subject to a foreign currency conversion and fee at the time of payment upon departure. A one category room upgrade is based on availability and eligibility at check-in to the hotel.
10. Hertz Gold Plus Rewards®: Benefits vary by market and location of rental, and may be subject to availability. Hertz Gold Plus Rewards® enrolment is required to enjoy all benefits. Terms and Conditions apply. Visit the Hertz Gold Plus Rewards® website for full Terms and Conditions. American Express Terms and Conditions apply. American Express reserves the right to instruct Hertz to cancel your membership if you cease to be a Platinum Business Card Member or your Account is not in good standing. Available for the American Express Platinum Business Card Member. Payment must be made in full with an American Express Platinum Business Card in the Platinum Business Card Member's name. Eligible Platinum Business Card Member must travel on itinerary booked to be eligible for benefits described.
11. Avis Preferred: Enrolment in the Avis Preferred program is required to receive benefits. Benefits are subject to change. All Avis Preferred Terms and Conditions apply. To view partner Terms and Conditions, visit www.avispreferred.eu. American Express Terms and Conditions apply. American Express reserves the right to instruct Avis to cancel your membership if you cease to be a Platinum Card Member or if your Account is not in good standing
12. Insurance: The insurance on American Express Cards is subject to terms, conditions and exclusions (such as maximum age limits, pre-existing medical conditions and cover limits). You must use your American Express Platinum Business Card to pay for eligible items for those items to be covered under the retail insurance benefits. It is important you read the American Express Platinum Business Card Insurance Terms and Conditions and consider whether the insurance is right for you. We do not provide advice about the insurance or whether it is appropriate for your objectives, financial situation or needs.
This insurance is underwritten by Chubb Insurance Australia Limited (ABN 23 001 642 020, AFSL No. 239687) under a group policy of insurance held by American Express Australia Limited (ABN 92 108 952 085, AFSL No. 291313). Access to this insurance is provided solely by reason of the statutory operation of section 48 of the Insurance Contracts Act 1984 (Cth). Card Members are not a party to the group policy, do not have an agreement with Chubb and cannot vary or cancel the cover. American Express is not the insurer, does not guarantee or hold the rights under the group policy on trust for Card Members and does not act on behalf of Chubb or as its agent. American Express is not an Authorised Representative (under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth)) of Chubb.
13. Emergency Card Replacement: If your Card is lost or stolen, you must report it immediately. You can call American Express 24 hours a day. In Australia, call us on 1800 175 568. Once you have notified us, you are not liable for any unauthorised charges.
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† Employee Cards: Subject to Terms and Conditions. Fees and charges may apply. This offer is only available to those who reside in Australia. Employee Card Members must be over 18 years of age. The Business and the Primary Card Member are jointly and severally liable for all Employee Card spending. Each employee is entitled to only one (1) Employee Card.
Additional Global Lounge Collection Partner Lounges. American Express offers access to additional lounges in the Global Lounge Collection where Platinum Card Members have unlimited complimentary access to participating locations. Card Members must present their valid Platinum Card, a government-issued I.D., and a boarding pass showing a confirmed reservation for same-day travel on any carrier. Guest access and associated fees are subject to the terms and conditions of the participating lounge provider. Participation, locations, rates, and policies of lounges are subject to change without notice, and Card Members and their guests will not be compensated for such changes. Access is subject to space availability, including capacity restrictions and limited hours that may be placed on the participating lounge. Amenities, services, and hours may vary by participating lounge and are subject to change without notice. American Express will not be liable for any articles lost or stolen, or damages suffered by the Card Member or guests inside the participating lounge. For participating lounges with a self-service bar, the Card Member may be required to be of legal drinking age in the participating lounge jurisdiction to enter without a parent or legal guardian. All Card Members and their guests must be of legal drinking age to consume alcoholic beverages. Please drink responsibly. Each participating lounge may have their own policy allowing for children under a certain age to enter for free with the Card Member who is a parent or legal guardian. Card Member must adhere to all house rules of participating lounges. Participating lounges reserve the right to remove any person from the premises for inappropriate behaviour or failure to adhere to rules, including, but not limited to, conduct that is disruptive, abusive, or violent. If American Express, in our sole discretion, determines that the Card Member or their guests have engaged in abuse, misuse, or gaming in connection with access to participating lounges in any way, or that the Card Member or their guests intend to do so, we may remove access to the Additional Lounges from the Account. American Express and the participating lounge reserve the right to revise the rules at any time without notice. For the most current list of participating lounges and access requirements, please use the Lounge Finder feature in the American Express App or visit americanexpress.com.au/platinumlounges.
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Benefits requiring individual enrolment
Get rewards when you spend with the brands you love. Simply save the Offers you want to your Card, and then purchase as normal. Finally, use the American Express app or login to your account to save the offers to your Card.
Dell Benefit
Save the benefit to your eligible Card via Amex Offers and spend with Dell Technologies online or via phone, to receive your purchase amount back as a credit, up to $125 back per redemption period. Benefit ends 31 December 2026. Exclusions apply.
Enjoy a full digital subscription to The Australian, which includes The Australian Business Review, and full access to The Wall Street Journal, plus content from The Economist, Harvard Business Review, and more. Enrolment required. 2
Gain access to experiences designed to stay with you for a lifetime—from food and wine experiences to arts and music.3
Please ensure your address and marketing preferences are up to date to receive a listing of upcoming events.
Purchase prime tickets to sought-after music, film, theatre, fashion, and foodie events, often before they go to on sale to the general public
Sign up to receive American Express marketing emails so you can make the most of your Platinum Card Membership.
Platinum Card Services
Platinum Card Services is your go-to for everything to do with your Account, including:
- Membership Rewards
- Billing enquiries
- Updating your details
Contact Platinum Card Services on 1800 175568 and press Option 3.
Amex Experiences App*
The Amex Experiences App gives you unrivalled access to Platinum restaurants, travel and exclusive Member offers. Download to browse and book today.
Fraud Protection Guarantee
Use your Platinum Card with confidence knowing you’re protected against unauthorised purchases. If you notice anything unusual on your Card statement, notify us straight away and you’ll be covered for any unauthorised purchases.4
Call 1800 175 568 and press Option 3.
Shop with confidence with 90-day Card Purchase Cover. This policy covers you for damaged or stolen purchases by providing a replacement or repair for any eligible purchase made on your American Express Card up to $3,500.5
For the full Platinum Business Insurance Terms and Conditions, please click here.
Legal, Roadside, and Home Assistance
Get help right away if something goes wrong at work, at home or on the road. For the full Platinum Business Insurance Terms and Conditions, please click here.
Automatically receive complimentary domestic and international Travel Insurance. Cover is available for you, your partner and your dependent children up to the age of 25, as well as all your Employee Platinum Business Card Members.6
Many benefits of Card Membership are automatic, however some require enrolment.
It’s worth a few moments to enrol for the exceptional value you now have access to.
Enjoy complimentary annual membership to Accor Plus, which entitles you to a host of benefits including one 'Stay Plus' complimentary night stay each year and up to 50% off your dining bill at over 1,100 participating Accor Hotel restaurants. Enrolment required.7
Relax in one of over 1,200 lounges in more than 130 countries. Enjoy unlimited complimentary access to Priority Pass airport lounges worldwide, as well as dining, complimentary wi-fi and even spa treatments before your flight.8
To enrol in Priority Pass, call Platinum Card Services on 1800 175 568 and select Option 3.
Hotel Elite Status
With your Platinum Business Card, you gain instant elite status with the following loyalty programs:
Individual enrolment in each program is required.9
Receive up to 15% off standard rates, up to 25% off Prestige Collection vehicles, and upgrades of one car class whenever possible at participating Hertz locations across the world. Enrolment required.10
Receive one complimentary car-class upgrade whenever possible and increased savings on car rentals at participating locations worldwide. Enrolment required.11
Save the benefit to your eligible Card via Amex Offers and spend with Dell Technologies online or via phone, to receive your purchase amount back as a credit, up to $125 back per redemption period. Benefit ends 31 December 2026. Exclusions apply.
The Australian Premium Subscription
Enjoy an unlimited digital subscription to The Australian, full digital access to The Wall Street Journal, plus access to The Australian Business Review, The Economist, Harvard Business Review and more. Enrolment required.2
Take advantage of this fast and secure payments solution to pay virtually all of your domestic suppliers—even if they don’t accept Card payments—and earn points, too. Enrolment required.12
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1. American Express Platinum Business Card Dell Technologies Credit
- The redemption periods are between 18 January 2022 - 30 June 2022, 1 July 2022 - 31 December 2022, 1 January 2023 - 30 June 2023, 1 July 2023 - 31 December 2023, 1 January 2024 - 30 June 2024, 1 July 2024 - 31 December 2024, 1 January 2025 - 30 June 2025, 1 July 2025 - 31 December 2025, 1 January 2026 - 30 June 2026 and between 1 July 2026 - 31 December 2026.
- Benefit is limited to one credit of up to $125 each redemption period, per Card Account.
- Your Card must be charged prior to the end of each redemption period to be eligible for the credit in the redemption period.
- Only the Primary Card Member can enrol the Card into the benefit. Valid for spend on any Employee Cards under the enrolled Card Account.
- Not all Cards are eligible for this Benefit. If a Card you hold is ineligible, you will not be able to see the benefit, nor will you be able to save the Benefit to the Card.
- Benefit limited to the Card Account to which the offer is saved and only spend on this Card Account counts towards the benefit.
- Excludes transactions where you do not spend directly on the Card Account to which the offer is saved, at www.dell.com.au or by phone on 1800 880 855. Offer valid at Australian website and phone orders only.
- A one-time enrolment is required from 18/01/2022 and Card Members will automatically be enrolled for the subsequent redemption periods from their enrolment date. The final date to enrol and spend is 31/12/2026.
- Excludes transactions made through a third party establishment or payment processor.
- Credit is not redeemable for cash or other payment form.
- Credit should appear on your billing statement within 5 business days from qualifying spend but may take up to 90 days from the offer end date.
- Credit will not be applied to your Card Account if your Card has been suspended or cancelled.
- Credit may be reversed if your qualifying purchase is refunded or cancelled.
- Full Offer Terms available here.
2. The Australian Premium Subscription benefit offer (‘Benefit’) is available to eligible American Express Australia Card Members (‘Card Members’).
Once you have requested to enrol in The Australian Premium Subscription, American Express Australia Limited (‘American Express’) will determine your eligibility to enrol in the Benefit via the enrolment process. If eligible then American Express will share your enrolment information with Nationwide News Pty Ltd (‘News Corp’). News Corp may use this enrolment information in accordance with its privacy policy available here.
The Benefit will provide eligible Card Members with; (a) a 12 month digital access to The Australian which provides premium content at theaustralian.com.au and via The Australian app; (b) eligibility to activate a digital subscription to the Wall Street Journal which will run concurrently with the subscription in (a) above; (c) a bespoke The Australian Premium e-newsletter sent every week and exclusive to subscribers of The Australian Premium subscription; and (d) access to The Australian Insiders’ Briefing virtual event held twice per calendar year. Eligible Card Members must activate the Benefit described in (a) above in order to be provided with the opportunity to activate or enjoy the other parts of the Benefit.
Card Members are not required to pay for the Benefit. Subscriptions provided under the Benefit will be automatically renewed every 12 months provided American Express and News Corp continue their arrangements in relation to this Benefit. Under the Benefit, you are limited to one digital subscription per eligible Card Member; not to be used in conjunction with any other offer; subscription is for digital content only; physical newspapers are not included. In addition to these terms and conditions, your use of the Benefit is subject to News Corp’s full digital subscription terms and conditions available here. For avoidance of doubt, terms and conditions contained here will take precedent in the event of inconsistency. Eligible Card Members will be required to agree to News Corp’s terms and conditions and privacy policy to activate the Benefit.
News Corp may cancel any digital subscription provided under the Benefit at any time if the Card Member subscriber is in breach of these terms and conditions or the News Corp terms and conditions for any part of the Benefit, if notified by American Express that a Card Member is no longer eligible for this subscription or if American Express and News Corp cease to have an agreement relating to the continued provision of the Benefit. The value of the Benefit is not redeemable for cash or any other payment form. American Express may end this Benefit at any time.
3. Events: Transportation and accommodation costs are additional unless otherwise stated. The price indicated covers event costs only. Tax and gratuity extra. All sales are final and non-refundable, and resale is prohibited. Payment must be made using an eligible American Express Card. Details and prices are subject to change. Packages are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Availability is limited. Must be 18 years of age or older to consume alcoholic beverages. Please drink responsibly.
4. Fraud Protection Guarantee: Provided that you notify us immediately upon discovery of any fraudulent transactions and you have complied with your Card Member Agreement, you will not be held liable for any unauthorised charges.
5. Card Purchase Cover: American Express Card Insurances are underwritten by Chubb Insurance Australia Limited (ABN 23 001 642 020, AFSL No. 239687) (Chubb) and are subject to the Terms, Conditions and exclusions contained in the American Express Card Insurances policy between American Express International Inc (ABN 15 000 618 208 AFSL 237996) (AEII) and Chubb. The insurances do not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. The Insurances are subject to change. It is important for you to read the Insurances and consider the appropriateness of that insurance in relation to your individual requirements. Full details of the insurance benefits currently available on your Card can be found in the Terms and Conditions issued with your Card or by calling the number of the back of your Card.
6. Platinum Travel Insurance: The insurance on American Express Cards is subject to terms, conditions and exclusions (such as maximum age limits, pre-existing medical conditions and cover limits). You must use your American Express Platinum Business Card to pay for eligible items for those items to be covered under the retail insurance benefits. It is important you read the American Express Platinum Business Card Insurance Terms and Conditions and consider whether the insurance is right for you. We do not provide advice about the insurance or whether it is appropriate for your objectives, financial situation or needs.
This insurance is underwritten by Chubb Insurance Australia Limited (ABN 23 001 642 020, AFSL No. 239687) under a group policy of insurance held by American Express Australia Limited (ABN 92 108 952 085, AFSL No. 291313). Access to this insurance is provided solely by reason of the statutory operation of section 48 of the Insurance Contracts Act 1984 (Cth). Card Members are not a party to the group policy, do not have an agreement with Chubb and cannot vary or cancel the cover. American Express is not the insurer, does not guarantee or hold the rights under the group policy on trust for Card Members and does not act on behalf of Chubb or as its agent. American Express is not an Authorised Representative (under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth)) of Chubb.
7. Accor Plus Complimentary Membership: An annual Accor Plus membership is valued at AU$399, found at accorplus.com/au/benefits as at 1 August 2022. Enrolment is required to receive a complimentary Accor Plus membership. An Accor Plus membership is available only to the Primary Platinum Card Member. Membership privileges will only be granted on presentation of a valid membership card and a member must identify themselves as an Accor Plus member at time of booking. Accommodation bookings must be made through all.accor.com or accorplus.com. American Express reserves the right to instruct Accor Plus to cancel your membership if you cease to be a Platinum Card Member or your account is not in good standing. Complimentary membership is a continuing benefit of your American Express Platinum Card, however American Express reserves the right to discontinue the benefit, upon providing you with reasonable notice. Once enrolled, enrolment continues for at least 12 months. If you become ineligible for this benefit or if this benefit ends, the Accor Plus membership standard eligibility criteria will apply to you. Visit accorplus.com for full membership conditions, benefits and participating properties. Room allotment for Stay Plus complimentary night stays are limited each night per participating property and must be made by visiting and booking through all.accor.com or accorplus.com. Membership privileges are subject to exceptions listed at accorplus.com/au/benefits-exceptions.
Complimentary room nights are limited each night per participating property and must be made by visiting and booking through all.accor.com. Enrolment in the ALL – Accor Live Limitless programme is required to receive Silver tier benefits. Benefits are subject to change. Benefits are subject to availability and may vary by property. To view Terms and Conditions visit accorplus.com. Dining and drinks discounts may not apply to breakfast at selected hotels in Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and French Polynesia; mini bars, room service or pool bars; public holidays or during special events; or children’s menu. For more information, please visit accorplus.com/en/australia/benefits/more-flavours/. Dining privileges are subject to the Accor Plus membership Terms and Conditions which are found at accorplus.com/en/australia/about/terms-and-conditions.
8. Priority Pass: These Terms and Conditions govern American Express Platinum Card Members participation in and use of the Priority Pass™ program. Priority Pass is an independent airport lounge access program. Your Priority Pass benefit is limited to airport lounge access only. Non-lounge airport experiences in the form of credits for restaurants, cafes and bars are not available. Primary Platinum Business Card Members and one nominated Employee Platinum Business Card Member per Account are eligible for Priority Pass membership. At any visit to a Priority Pass lounge that admits guests, you will be charged the prevailing retail rate for each guest. Some lounges do not admit guests. By enrolling in Priority Pass, you agree that you will be responsible for any additional accompanying guest visits and that your Card will be automatically charged after you have signed for the additional guest visit and it has been reported to Priority Pass by the participating lounge. Additionally, you acknowledge and agree that American Express will verify your Card Account number and provide updated Card Account information to Priority Pass. Priority Pass will use this information to fulfill on the Priority Pass program and may use this information for marketing related to the program. Once enrolled, Platinum Card Members whose Card Account is not cancelled may access participating Priority Pass lounges by presenting your Priority Pass card and airline boarding pass. In some lounges, Priority Pass member must be 21 years of age to enter without a parent or guardian. Priority Pass members must adhere to all house rules of participating lounges. Amenities may vary among airport lounge locations. Conference rooms, where available, may be reserved for a fee. Priority Pass lounge partners and locations are subject to change. All Priority Pass members must adhere to the Priority Pass Conditions of Use, which will be sent to you with your membership package, and can be viewed at www.prioritypass.com. Upon receipt of your enrollment information, Priority Pass will send your Priority Pass card and membership package which you should receive within 4-6 weeks..
9. Hotel Elite Status:
Hilton Honors
As a Platinum Card Member you are eligible to enrol in complimentary Hilton Honors Gold status. Please note that a Hilton Honors Membership Number is required before you are able to enrol in this benefit. For Card Members who are new to Hilton Honors, please sign up here. Offer available only to Platinum Card Members and is not transferable. Full details of Gold status can be found at HiltonHonors.com/MemberBenefits and is subject to change by Hilton. Gold status benefits are subject to availability at participating hotels and resorts within the Hilton Portfolio. Once you request enrolment in Hilton Honors Gold status, American Express will share your enrolment information with Hilton. Hilton may use this information in accordance with its privacy policy available at Hilton.com/PrivacyPolicy. If you already have Hilton Honors Gold Status, you can maintain the benefit in the future because you don’t need to meet any stay requirements. You maintain Gold status without meeting otherwise required criteria only while an eligible cardholder or until American Express notifies you that the benefit is terminated. Hilton Honors™ membership, earning and redemption of Points are subject to Hilton Honors Terms & Conditions. All Hampton by Hilton™ hotels in the Republic of China are excluded from the Hilton Honors program. Visit HiltonHonors.com/Terms for more details. Effective April 2, 2018, the Earnings Style Options program, including Points and Miles, is no longer a valid feature of Hilton Honors. Any claims relating to the earning of Points and/or Miles under the Earnings Style Option program after April 2, 2018 are void.
Marriott Bonvoy™
As a Platinum Business Card Member you are eligible to enroll in complimentary Marriott Bonvoy™ Gold Elite Status. Once you request enrollment within the Marriott Bonvoy at the Gold Elite Status level, American Express will share your enrollment information with The Marriott Bonvoy™ Program (“Marriott Bonvoy™”). Marriott Bonvoy may use this information in accordance with its privacy statement available at www.marriott.com/privacy. You will maintain Gold Elite Status without meeting otherwise required Marriott Bonvoy criteria as long as you remain an eligible American Express Card Member or until American Express notifies you that the benefit is terminated. Marriott Bonvoy member benefits are subject to change, availability and certain eligibility requirements. Reservations booked through third parties and online booking sources are not eligible. For complete Marriott Bonvoy Program Terms visit www.marriott.com/signInOverlay.mi. Marriott Bonvoy program amenities may not be combined with the Fine Hotels + Resorts program. Upgrades are based upon availability and will vary by property.
Radisson Rewards™
Enrolment in the Radisson Rewards program is required for membership to be upgraded to Gold status. Benefits are subject to change and availability may vary by property. Gold status amenities may not be combined with the Fine Hotels + Resorts program. All American Express and Radisson Rewards Terms and Conditions apply. To view Terms and Conditions visit radissonhotels.com/rewards/termsandconditions. American Express reserves the right to instruct Radisson Rewards to cancel your membership if you cease to be a Platinum Card Member or your Account is not in good standing.
10. Hertz Gold Plus Rewards®: Benefits vary by market and location of rental, and may be subject to availability. Hertz Gold Plus Rewards® enrolment is required to enjoy all benefits. Terms and Conditions apply. Visit the Hertz Gold Plus Rewards® website for full Terms and Conditions. American Express Terms and Conditions apply. American Express reserves the right to instruct Hertz to cancel your membership if you cease to be a Platinum Business Card Member or your Account is not in good standing. Available for the American Express Platinum Business Card Member. Payment must be made in full with an American Express Platinum Business Card in the Platinum Business Card Member's name. Eligible Platinum Business Card Member must travel on itinerary booked to be eligible for benefits described.
11. Avis Preferred: Enrolment in the Avis Preferred program is required to receive benefits. Benefits are subject to change. All Avis Preferred Terms and Conditions apply. To view partner Terms and Conditions, visit www.avispreferred.eu. American Express Terms and Conditions apply. American Express reserves the right to instruct Avis to cancel your membership if you cease to be a Platinum Card Member or if your Account is not in good standing.
12. AccessLine
This information has been prepared without taking into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should read the AccessLine Terms and Conditions and consider the appropriateness of Australian domestic payments using AccessLine in relation to your individual requirements. AccessLine is not available to individual consumers. To enrol in this service, your business will be required to complete an application, which is subject to review and approval by American Express. To use AccessLine, you must have an American Express Corporate Card or American Express Business Card that is registered to use the service. Terms, conditions, fees and charges apply.
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** Amex App: To use the App, you must be registered for Online Services. Apple, the Apple logo, Touch ID and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc. The Android robot is reproduced or modified from work created and shared by Google and used according to terms described in the Creative Commons 3.0 Attribution License.
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