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The American Express Velocity Platinum Card

The American Express Velocity Platinum Card

Earn Velocity Points on your every day spend.

New Card Member Offer
Personalised Offer​

Receive 120,000 bonus Velocity Points1

when you apply online and are approved and spend $3,000 on eligible purchases on your new American Express Velocity Platinum Card within the first 3 months. T&Cs apply. New American Express Card Members only1


This offer is personalised to you and may change or be withdrawn at any time. This offer may not be available or change if you return later to this webpage. Applying for credit should be considered carefully. Please do not rush your decision.

Key Information
Card Type
Annual Fee
$395 p.a.
Interest Rate
23.99% p.a. on purchases2
Interest Free Period
Up to 55 days3
How To Earn Membership Rewards Points
  • 2 points per $1 spent on purchases excluding government bodies in Australia4

  • 1 point per $1 spent on purchases at government bodies in Australia4

Key Benefits

$400 to spend on travel each year

Receive $400 to spend on eligible domestic and international flights, hotels or car hire with American Express Travel5

Complimentary domestic & international Travel Insurance

When you purchase a return trip on your Card. Policy includes cover for Medical Emergency Expenses, Cancellation & a range of cover for COVID-19

Airport Lounge access

Enjoy two complimentary entries per year to The Centurion® Lounge at Sydney International Airport or Melbourne International Airport7

All Benefits
Eligibility
To apply for The Explorer® Credit Card you need to:
  • Have no history of bad debt or payment default
  • Be aged 18 years or over
  • Agree to access statements online through American Express
  • Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold a long term visa
  • Agree to a credit check as part of your application
Documentation
Documents and information to have ready:
  • Australian Driver's License number (if you have one)
  • Details of your income, expenses, and debts
  • Proof of income (e.g. payslips)

Please click here to read the Key Facts Sheet for this Credit Card
The American Express Velocity Platinum Card

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