Can I use American Express (Amex) in Slovakia?

04 Apr 2023

The answer is Yes. Although not everywhere, American Express in Slovakia is a thing. If you have an Amex card, it's a good idea to have an alternate form of payment on hand. Furthermore, merchants may charge a surcharge for Amex payments.

American Express (Amex) is a payment method available in over 130 countries, including Slovakia, with over 100 million cards in circulation. Amex cardholders spend three to four times more than Visa and Mastercard cardholders, making it appealing to premium and high-end brands.

American Express in Slovakia provides credit cards, charge cards, and travel/insurance products. Customers who use the company's products and services are entitled to numerous benefits and rewards. Unlike Mastercard and Visa, American Express serves as a payment processing system and a provider of financial card services.

Different credit cards may have eligibility requirements. In general, however, to apply for a brand name> credit card, you must:

• Be at least the age of 18.
• Be a Slovak national or permanent resident.
• Accept a credit check if you have a good credit history.

It might be a good idea to check your credit score before applying.

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