Welcome to the Corporate Platinum Card
from American Express
Helping improve business efficiency, with protection
and rewards every step of the way.
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Cardmember Benefits
Express Cash
Cash access is available on the Platinum Corporate Card, subject to application and approval1
Contact the Platinum Corporate Service team or your Programme Administrator for an Express Cash Enrolment Form
Online Account Management
Once you’ve signed up for Online Account Management, you can make payments, view statements, complete expense reports and manage your Membership Rewards 24/7, anywhere Internet is available. In agreement with your company’s policies, you may also receive monthly statements online.
To receive marketing related offers and news about Card benefits as well as special promotions and offers, login to your account and update your profile and preferences.
Contactless, Apps and Wallets
Cardmembers can pay contactless with their Card directly or by adding their Card to their mobile wallet (Apple Pay, Android Pay, Samsung Pay) and tapping to pay at thousands of stores that displays our contactless symbol. It’s a quick, easy and secure way to make payments. Simply touch your Card or phone on the reader, wait for the beep and you’re done.
The American Express Mobile App allows you to easily and conveniently
- View activity and statements
- Make payments
- Access special offers for
- discounts and savings
- Receive instant fraud alerts
Find out more about our mobile solutions including wallet integration here.
Delegate management of your Account
Your Card allows you to delegate the management of your account or business travel bookings to a member of your staff, if you prefer. Please contact the Platinum Corporate Service Team for an enrolment form.
Nominate someone to administer and service your Card on your behalf by completing the Authorised Nominee Disclosure Form included in your welcome pack. If you have misplaced your enrolment Form, please contact the Platinum Corporate Service Team.
Chip & PIN
Your Card uses Chip & PIN technology to provide extra security and convenience. Once you have activated your Card, you can personalise your PIN at any UK LINK cashpoint offering PIN services.
If you enter your PIN incorrectly three times, your Card will be temporarily locked. If this happens, contact the Customer Service Team for a PIN reminder. Use this to unlock your Card at any UK LINK cashpoint that offers PIN services, by following the on-screen instructions.
For more information about using your Chip and PIN Card visit americanexpress.co.uk/chipandpin
Corporate Platinum Service Team
Should you need assistance, dedicated customer service representatives are on call 24/7 to help replace lost, stolen or damaged Cards, provide information on your monthly statements, answer enquiries about payment terms or explain your Card benefits.
For assistance call the Platinum Corporate Service Team.
Membership Rewards®
Your Corporate Platinum Card comes with complimentary enrolment into Membership Rewards membership. Earn rewards by using your Platinum Card to pay for a range of essential business expenses, such as flights, hotels, taxis, entertainment, office supplies and telecoms. For every £1 of eligible spend, you earn one Membership Rewards point2. Points can be redeemed for flights (subject to applicable taxes, fees and charges), weekend breaks and a host of exclusive products and experiences, including the option to pay with points directly at Amazon.
Redeem your points online or contact our Platinum Concierge Service. Please note that enrolment to Membership Rewards is subject to yourcompany’s policy and approval.
Zero commission on foreign exchange
Show your Corporate Platinum Card at the counter to enjoy 0% commission transactions on any amount at American Express Bureaux de Change in participating airports3.
Complimentary Hertz Gold Plus Rewards® membership
Get on the road quickly with complimentary Hertz Gold Plus Rewards® Five Star Level membership4 which entitles you to:
- Complimentary one-car-class upgrade*
- Guaranteed vehicle availability*
- Up to 25% off Prestige Collection rentals that include a Saturday night
- Up to 15% off standard rates
- Up to 4 hours grace period when returning the car, varies by location
- Complimentary one way rentals and courtesy pick-up/delivery of vehicle*
* At participating markets and locations, subject to availability.
The Partner Programmes Enrolment Form is included within your welcome pack, or Enrol here.
Avis
Avis President's Club membership gives you access to a host of additional options including:
- Up to 25% off published rates
- Priority service at the counter
- Priority rental car availability
- Free additional driver
- Single upgrade guaranteed at rail stations and airports, upon availability at downtown locations
- Double upgrade for select car classes upon availability at downtown locations
- Voucher for a free weekend after 3 rentals per loyalty year (12 months from the date of sign-up to the loyalty program).
Global Lounge Collection
Receive Priority PassTM membership, which includes: unlimited access for you and a guest to over 1,200 airport VIP lounges in more than 100 countries and 300 cities globally, regardless of the class of travel or membership of frequent flyer schemes. Additional visits will be charged at the prevailing Priority Pass retail rate to a designated American Express Corporate Platinum Card. Lounges provide work and leisure facilities with complimentary refreshments, Internet and conference space in some lounges.5
Sign up for your Priority PassTM membership using the enrolment form included in your Welcome Pack, or download it here.
Fine Hotels & Resorts
Enjoy access to complimentary benefits and special rates with each Fine Hotels & Resorts booking at more than 750 extraordinary properties globally6. These include:
- Noon check-in upon arrival and 4pm late check-out, when available
- Room upgrade upon arrival, when available (Certain room categories are not eligible for upgrade; call Platinum Travel Service for details)
- Daily breakfast for two people
- An additional complimentary benefit specific to each property,such as spa or dining credit.
To find out more, contact your Concierge Service or visit web site here.
Radisson Rewards
As a Platinum Cardmember you may enrol directly into the exclusive Radisson RewardsTM Premium Status to enjoy special benefits at more than 1,000 hotels globally7. Benefits include:
- 25 points per US$1 spent on qualifying hotel stays
- Complimentary room upgrades• 15% discount on food and drink
- Early check-in and late check-out as available upon request
- Free Award Night stays starting at 9,000 points with no blackout dates on standard rooms
- Welcome gift
- Complementary water.
Gold Elite level amenities may not be combined with the Fine Hotels & Resorts programme
Marriott Bonvoy™
Enjoy a preferential level of service with Marriott Bonvoy™ Program8
As a Marriott Bonvoy™ member, you can experience:
- 25% bonus points on eligible hotel purchases
- A welcome gift or points and complimentary in-room Wi-Fi access
- Enhanced room upgrades (when available)
- 2pm late checkout (when available)
Global Assist®
Our 24/7 Global Assist Helpline provides valuable pre-trip information and global assistance during a medical, legal or personal emergency for you or a member of your dependent family, while travelling outside the UK. Global Assist services are included without fee; however, cash advances, medical, shipping and other costs are charged to your Corporate Platinum Card and approval will be sought prior to incurring any costs.
Platinum Travel & Dining Concierge
If you're planning a trip and would like support creating your itinerary, our Platinum Travel & Dining Concierge team are on hand to help with your trip, including:
- Finding and booking the best flights
- Details on airport lounges
- Accessing Car Hire
- Booking hotels
Visit travel.americanexpress.co.uk, or call 0800 032 7106 (International +44 1273 721 010).
Car Rental Loss and Damage
In the event of your rental vehicle being stolen or damaged, we will pay any amount you are responsible for under the rental agreement up to £50,000 including the excess. This will apply whether or not you are at fault for the accident and covers all drivers (up to max of 5) who are covered on the rental agreement.
Business Travel Accident Insurance
It is reassuring to know that wherever you are on business, your Card provides 24-hour insurance cover for no additional charge and includes:
- Up to £450,000 travel accident insurance when travelling with a public vehicle during a business trip
- Up to £225,000 during a business trip of up to 30 days
Should you need to make a claim, call the Platinum Corporate Service Team.
Travel Inconvenience Insurance
When business travel does not go to plan, it’s reassuring to know that your Card has you covered. We’re here to help out in situations such as:
- Up to £300 for flight delays/cancellations of more than four hours
- Up to £300 for missed connections• Up to £300 luggage delays of more than six hours
- Up to £750 extended luggage delays of more than 48 hours
Personal Belongings, Money and Travel Documents
If any of your personal belongings, money and/or travel documents are lost, stolen or damaged, your Card provides you with protection for up to £3,500 (maximum £500 per item and £500 for money and travel documents per trip).
Trip Cancellation
If you have to cut short your trip because of illness, accident or other circumstances beyond your control, we will pay:
- Up to £7,500 allowing you to return home and to resume your trip if needed
- Up to £7,500 for the unused costs of your travel, accommodation, excursions and leisure activities that have been paid for or pre-booked and are non-refundable
Medical Expenses and Repatriation
If you have an accident or are ill during your trip we will, where possible, make all the necessary arrangements for you. This includes:
- Seeing a doctor or other medical professional as appropriate
- Admission to hospital
- Your medical treatment.
We will also pay for medical expenses up to £2,000,000 and, if necessary, arrange for your return home.
Terms and conditions apply. Please see the Insurance Terms and Conditions for full details. Please read this to understand the limits and exclusions that may apply.
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Platinum Travel Service
0800 032 7106
(Within UK)
+44 (0) 1293 820 925
(International)
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+44 (0) 1273 608 123
(International)
0800 917 8230
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Cardmembers, please contact your
Programme Administrator.
Global Assist Services
020 3126 4113
(Within UK)
+44 (0) 20 3126 4113
(International)
Platinum Concierge Service
0800 917 8053
(Within UK)
+44 (0) 1273 721 010
(International)
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. Express Cash: Please note that Express Cash application is subject to approval and activation (Terms and Conditions apply). Cash access is granted subject to and governed by the terms of the agreement between American Express and your Company and may be withdrawn at your Company’s request at any time. Please be aware that limits and fees apply. Each time you make an Express Cash transaction a charge will apply of 3% of the value withdrawn or a minimum charge of £3 will apply, whichever is greater.
2. Membership Rewards: Participating Membership Rewards partners, available rewards, and point levels are subject to change without notice. Eligibility is based upon company's participation in the Membership Rewards programme. Enrolment is require, the fee is part of your annual Platinum Card fee, Membership Rewards points are not earned on Balance Transfers, Cash Advances, American Express Travellers’ Cheques purchases, Foreign Exchange transactions, interest, any spending in excess of your credit limit, charges for returned payments, late payment or referral changers and American Express Credit Card finance charges. Terms and conditions apply.
3. Zero Commission on Foreign Exchange: To qualify for 0% commission, you must show your American Express Corporate Platinum Card along with a government issued ID in the same name at time of currency exchange. There is no minimum amount to receive the 0% commission offering. Offer subject to availability of currencies. Not available in conjunction with any other offer including Buy Back Guarantee. Offer only available in American Express Bureaux de Change locations. Travellers cheques and transactions at American Express travel offices are excluded. Find a Full List of Exchange Locations.
4. 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, with no additional fee. Terms and Conditions apply. Visit the Hertz Gold Plus Rewards website for full Terms and Conditions www.hertz.co.uk/rentacar/member/enrollment. American Express reserves the right to instruct Hertz to cancel your membership if you cease to be a Platinum Cardmember or your account is not in good standing.
5. These Terms and Conditions govern Platinum Business Card participation in and use of the Priority Pass™ program. Priority Pass is an independent airport lounge access program. At any visit to a Priority Pass lounge that admits guests, you may bring in 1 guests for no charge. You will be charged the prevailing retail rate for any additional guests. 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 Business Cardmember 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 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 enrollment information, Priority Pass will send your Priority Pass card and membership package which you should receive within 4-6 weeks.
Delta: The Platinum Business Cardmember must present his or her valid American Express Card, government-issued I.D., and same-day corresponding airline ticket to club ambassador. 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. Cardmembers must adhere to all House Rules of participating clubs. Participating airport clubs and locations subject to change without notice. Additional 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/skyclub. All Delta Sky Club rules apply to Delta Sky Club membership and use. To review the rules, please visit Delta.com/skyclub.
Platinum Cardmembers have unlimited complimentary access to all locations of The Centurion Lounge. Gold Card and Green Card Additional Cards on your Platinum Card account are not eligible for complimentary access. Cardmembers may bring up to two (2) companions into The Centurion Lounge. To access The Centurion Lounge, the Cardmember must present The Centurion Lounge agent with the following upon each visit: his or her valid Card, a boarding pass showing a confirmed reservation for same-day travel on any carrier and a government-issued I.D. Failure to present this documentation may result in access being denied. Cardmembers will not be compensated for changes in locations, rates or policies. A Cardmember must be at least 18 years of age to enter without a parent or legal guardian. For locations with a self-service bar, the Cardmember must be of legal drinking age in the location’s jurisdiction to enter without a parent or legal guardian. Must be of legal drinking age to consume alcoholic beverages. Please drink responsibly. American Express reserves the right to remove any person from the Lounge for inappropriate behaviour or failure to adhere to rules, including, but not limited to, conduct that is disruptive, abusive or violent. Access is subject to space availability. Hours may vary by location and are subject to change. Amenities vary among The Centurion Lounge locations and are subject to change. Services and amenities in the Lounge are complimentary, however you are responsible for any purchases and/or servicing charges you authorize our Member Services Professionals to perform on your behalf. Some American Express Cards are not eligible for all services provided by Member Services Desk. American Express will not be liable for any articles lost or stolen or damages suffered by the purchaser or visitor inside The Centurion Lounge. 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.©2018 American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc. All rights reserved.
6. FINE HOTELS: Valid for new FINE HOTELS & RESORTS bookings made through Platinum Concierge Service. Payment must be made with the Corporate Platinum Card. Cardmember must travel on itinerary booked. Noon check-in and room upgrade based on availability and provided at check- in. Certain room categories are not eligible for room upgrade; call Platinum Concierge Service for details. Breakfast amenity varies by property, but will be at minimum a continental breakfast. Benefit restrictions vary by hotel and cannot be redeemed for cash, and may not be combined with other offers unless indicated. Benefits and promotions are applied at checkout and expire at checkout. Limit one benefit package per room, per stay. Three room limit per Cardmember, per stay; back-to-back stays within a 24-hour period at the same property considered one stay. Participating providers and benefits subject to change.
7. Enrolment in the Radisson Rewards programme is required. Benefits are subject to change. Gold Elite level amenities may not be combined with the Fine Hotels & Resorts programme. All Radisson Rewards terms and conditions apply. To view terms and conditions visit www.radissonhotels.com/rewards/termsandconditions. American Express reserves the right to instruct Radisson Rewards to cancel your membership if you cease to be a Platinum Business Cardmember or your account is not in good standing.
8. Enrollment in Marriott Bonvoy™ is required. American Express is not responsible for availability of accommodations, or any other rewards in the Loyalty Program. Guest rooms are subject to availability. Check award accommodation availability before transferring points by visiting Marriott.com . Once you have transferred Membership Rewards® points, they cannot be transferred back to your Membership Rewards account and become subject to the Terms and Conditions of the Loyalty Program found respectively at https://www.marriott.com/loyalty/terms/default.mi . Transfer enough points into your Loyalty Program account to redeem for your award accommodations or top up your Loyalty Program account. Transfers are normally immediate, but please allow up to 48 hours for the transfer to be completed. Please note that no bookings can be made until the Points are credited to your Loyalty Program account. Taxes, fees, charges and surcharges may apply. All redemption bookings are subject to the terms and conditions of the Loyalty Program found at Marriott.com
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