Is there an American Express (Amex) credit card in Australia?

28 Apr 2023

Yes, you can find American Express in Australia. It is a well-known global brand known for providing generous rewards and perks. You can get an Amex credit card in Australia linked to the Qantas Frequent Flyer, Velocity Frequent Flyer, and Amex Membership Rewards programs.

Type of Amex in Australia:

In Australia, American Express (Amex) offers several types of cards, including:

• Qantas American Express Discovery Card. Earn Qantas Points on everyday purchases and redeem them for flights and other rewards with this no-fee rewards card.
• American Express Explorer Credit Card. This card has an annual travel credit and earns Membership Rewards points for every dollar spent.
• American Express Essential Credit Card. This no-fee credit card earns points for every dollar spent and has a unique feature: a smartphone screen cover.
• American Express Platinum Card. This high-end card offers 150,000 bonus points and an annual fee of $1,450 p.a.
• American Express Platinum Edge. This card comes with travel credits to help offset the $195 annual fee.

You can use American Express in Australia with many major brands, including:

• Apple
• Bunnings Warehouse
• Chemist Warehouse
• Coles
• David Jones
• Netflix
• Woolworths

The American Express Australia website includes searchable categories of places where you can use your card. A map is also accessible via the app.