American Express® Borrowing Options
Discover a borrowing solution that fits your financial needs, whatever they may be.
Borrowing Options
American Express offers a variety of different borrowing solutions designed to help you take control of your finances. The best part? Certain borrowing features are built directly into your Card, so you can begin exploring the borrowing option that is appropriate for you.
We also want to help you get a sense of your financial picture and how these borrowing options can help you better manage expenses. Our education center provides you with relevant articles to help maximize your knowledge.
American Express® Personal Loans
Loan Amounts: $3,500 – $50,000
Loan Terms: 12, 24, or 36 months
An American Express Personal Loan can help you manage your expenses. From consolidating your debts to home improvement, we’ll help you get the funds you need. Available to pre-approved¹ Cardmembers only.
Advantages
Quick access to funds in 1-3 business days
Competitive APRs
No credit score impact to apply²
Plan It® Installment Program
Split up large purchases into manageable monthly installments with no additional interest and a fixed fee1 with Plan It – American Express® Installment Program.
Plan It is a feature on your American Express Card that allows you to pay for your purchases over time through equal monthly installments. Find flexibility and control on a timeline that works with your budget needs. Terms and conditions apply. 2
Advantages
No additional credit checks or application
No additional interest and a fixed monthly fee
Earn rewards as usual
Credit Limit Increase
You can request an increase to the credit limit on your American Express Credit Card at any time by logging into your Online Services account. Your credit limit can be changed immediately upon approval and ready for use within 15 minutes.
Advantages
Boost purchasing power
Move spending from other credit cards to American Express
Have flexibility for unexpected purchases
Flexible Payment Option
The American Express® Flexible Payment Option is available
on select American Express Charge Card products, which allows you to enjoy all the benefits and features of your card without a pre-set spending limit, but provides you with the flexibility to pay a portion of your balance over time.
Advantages
Enjoy a flexible spending capacity
Pay a portion of your balance over time
Continue earning rewards
Plan It® Installment Program
Split up large business purchases into manageable monthly installments with no additional interest and a fixed fee¹ with Plan It – The American Express® Installment Program. Built right into your card, Plan It can help you control your cash flows and pay down business expenses with flexibility. Terms and conditions apply².
Advantages
No additional credit checks or application
No additional interest and a fixed monthly fee
Earn rewards as usual
Credit Limit Increase
Get closer to your business goals. You can request an increase to the credit limit on your American Express Business Card at any time by logging into your Online Services account. Your credit limit can be changed immediately upon approval and be ready to use within 15 minutes.
Advantages
Boost purchasing power
Maximize your rewards1
Greater flexibility for unexpected purchases
Flexible Payment Option
The American Express® Flexible Payment Option is available on select American Express Business Card products, which allows you to enjoy all the benefits and features of your card without a pre-set spending limit but provides you with the flexibility to pay a portion of your balance over time.
Advantages
Enjoy a flexible spending capacity
Pay a portion of your balance over time
Continue earning rewards
Check out the Borrowing Centre
You may be eligible for more borrowing options and offers in the future. Simply log in to your American Express Online Services account and check out the Borrowing Centre to view these offers.
Boost your knowledge
Not sure where to start? Life With Amex offers a range of helpful articles on optimizing your personal finances, including basic credit card tips.
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