There's so much to enjoy as an American Express Card Member, where a world of benefits await. From Pre-Sale tickets and lounge access at the most sought-after shows, to travel perks, Amex Offers and events. With no limit to the amount of Membership Rewards points you can earn and no expiry date, the opportunities are endless1.
Get Pre-Sale tickets to your favourite event and enjoy the entertainment lounge before the show. With Amex, you can dive into unforgettable experiences.
It’s never too soon to start planning your dream trip. With Amex, you can book flights, hotel stays and more – in Australia and overseas – and eligible Cards allow you to relax in the airport lounge2 before your flight.
Dining out is an experience. Discover your next favourite restaurant locally or on the other side of the world with Amex dining credit with our Platinum® Card.3
Get Pre-Sale tickets to your favourite event and enjoy the entertainment lounge before the show. With Amex, you can dive into unforgettable experiences.
It’s never too soon to start planning your dream trip. With Amex, you can book flights, hotel stays and more – in Australia and overseas – and eligible Cards allow you to relax in the airport lounge2 before your flight.
Dining out is an experience. Discover your next favourite restaurant locally or on the other side of the world with Amex dining credit with our Platinum® Card.3
Whether it’s traveling, shopping, dining out, or even paying bills our Membership Rewards program lets you earn rewards points in a wide range of ways1.
Whether it’s traveling, shopping, dining out, or even paying bills our Membership Rewards program lets you earn rewards points in a wide range of ways1.
We’re serious about your Card security. That’s why you’ll get the backing of our fraud protection and Card Purchase Cover, along with on-hand support for things like emergency Card replacement.
We’re serious about your Card security. That’s why you’ll get the backing of our fraud protection and Card Purchase Cover, along with on-hand support for things like emergency Card replacement.
Access to the American Express Lounges
The following Terms and Conditions govern the entry to the American Express Centurion® Lounges at the Sydney International Airport and the Melbourne International Airport.
Eligible Cards
(a) The Cards listed below that are current and issued by American Express Australia Limited and American Express International (NZ), are eligible to enter The Centurion Lounges in Sydney and Melbourne International Airports:
American Express® Centurion Card,
American Express® Platinum Card,
American Express® Platinum Business Card
American Express® Corporate Platinum Card
American Express® Qantas Corporate Platinum Card
American Express Explorer® Credit Card
American Express Business ExplorerTM Credit Card
American Express® Platinum Reserve Credit Card
Qantas American Express Ultimate Card
American Express Airpoints Platinum Card
American Express® Elevate Premium Credit Card
(b) Internationally issued American Express® Centurion and American Express® Platinum Cards that are current are eligible to enter The Centurion Lounge.
At the discretion of American Express, other American Express Card Members may also enter The Centurion Lounges.
Access to The Centurion Lounge
(a) American Express Centurion, American Express Platinum, American Express Business Platinum and American Express Corporate Platinum Card Members, have unlimited complimentary access to The Centurion Lounges for each American Express Card Account and are entitled to bring their children 17 years of age or younger and up to 2 guests into the lounge. Card Members wishing to bring additional guests will be subject to a charge that is to be processed on the Card Member's American Express Card. Please refer to the reception desk at The Centurion Lounge for the applicable charges.
(b) All other eligible cards are entitled to a total of two entries into The Centurion Lounges in Sydney and Melbourne per calendar year (1st January to 31st December). The entries may be used by the Primary Card Member, Additional Card Member or a guest travelling with a Card Member. Complimentary access is available for the Card Member's children 17 years of age or younger. Card Members wishing to bring additional guests will be subject to a charge that is to be processed on the Card Member's American Express Card. Please refer to the reception desk at The Centurion Lounge for the applicable charges.
General Conditions of Entry
(a) The Centurion Lounge at Sydney International Airport and Melbourne International Airport are operated by Plaza Premium Lounge Management (“Lounge Operator”). To access The Centurion Lounge, Card Members must present the following upon each visit their eligible physical American Express Credit or Charge Card and upon request, same-day airline ticket on any carrier.
(b) A Card Member must be at least 18 years of age to enter without a parent or guardian.
(c) The Lounge Operator reserves the right to remove any person from a lounge for inappropriate behaviour or failure to adhere to lounge rules, including, but not limited to, conduct that is disruptive, abusive or violent.
(d) Access to The Centurion Lounges is subject to space availability. The Centurion Lounge hours may vary and are subject to change without prior notice. Amenities may vary among The Centurion Lounge locations and are subject to change. In-lounge services and amenities are complimentary.
(e) American Express will not be liable for any articles lost or stolen or damages suffered by the Card Member or visitor inside the American Express Lounges.
(f) Use of The Centurion Lounges is subject to all rules and conditions set by American Express and the Lounge Operator. American Express reserves the right to revise the rules at any time without notice.
Maximum amount back is $200 on spend at participating local restaurants (Local Dining Credit) and AUD$200 on spend at participating abroad restaurants (Abroad Dining Credit) per redemption period: Each redemption period resets on 1 January until the offer end date of 31 December 2025. The redemption periods are:
05 July – 31 December 2022
1 January – 31 December 2023
1 January – 31 December 2024
1 January – 31 December 2025
Spend can be in one or more transactions. You cannot carry any unused offer value from one redemption period into the next.
Primary Card Member Only: The Benefit is only available to Primary American Express Australia Platinum Card Members using their Platinum Personal Charge Card. Transactions made with an Additional Card is not eligible for this Benefit.
Save this Benefit First: A one-time enrolment is required. You must first save the Benefit to your Platinum Card before making your payment to qualify for the Benefit. Benefit limited to the Card to which the offer is saved and only spend on this Card counts towards the Benefit. If you use another card to make a payment at any time, you will not be eligible for the Benefit on that card. If you switch to a new Card product that is not eligible for this Benefit, enrolment will be removed from your Card Account. 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. If you are no longer eligible for this Benefit due to a change in Account status, including but not limited to fraudulent flags, suspension or cancellation, it will be removed from your Account.
Eligible Transactions: Benefit only available for dine-in services made in-person at a participating restaurant, full list can be found here. Participating restaurant list subject to change without notice, please check before you dine as you won’t be eligible to receive a credit if the restaurant isn’t on the list at the time of your transaction.
Excluded Transactions:Benefit excludes purchases of gift cards and vouchers, transactions made towards deposits charged upfront by the venue, booking, cancellation, and no-show charges, takeaway or dine-at-home services. If you spend in a currency other than Australian Dollars a Currency Conversion Fee of 3% applies and this fee does not count towards the Benefit. For more information regarding charges made in foreign currencies refer to your Card Member Agreement.
Direct Payments Only: If you pay using payment processors such as QR payment or restaurant in-app purchases, you may not be eligible for the Benefit. Please request to pay at the restaurant’s designated checkout register.
Award of Credits: Credit(s) should appear on your billing statement within 30 days from the date of payment but may take longer. Credit(s) are not redeemable for cash or any other payment form. Credit may be reversed if your qualifying purchase is refunded or cancelled.
Expiry or Withdrawal of Benefit: The Benefit will expire on 31 December 2025. American Express can withdraw the Benefit at any time by giving you 60 days’ notice.
Your use of participating restaurants: Your purchase of goods and/or services from the participating brands is governed by their respective terms and conditions (including privacy policies). American Express is not responsible in any way for the goods and/or services of the participating brands. Inquiries or complaints related to the participating brands' goods and/or services should be directed to their customer service.Our