The Platinum Card®
A wealth of experiences
Platinum is designed to enrich your global lifestyle, wherever you are in the world. It is your invitation to yet another world of luxuries, combining unique benefits with world-class service. Platinum offers you exclusive travel and lifestyle privileges, elite Platinum Services and No Pre-Set Spending Limit*. You’ll find Platinum opening doors to a wealth of experiences.
Highlights
- Receive a US$ 300 Annual Travel Voucher**
- Complimentary Wi-Fi services with Boingo
- Complimentary Priority PassTM enrolment to over 1,000 Airport Lounges globally for Basic and Supplementary Cardmember
- Dedicated Platinum Travel and Concierge Services 24/7
- Complimentary enrolment to Membership Rewards®
- Comprehensive Travel Insurance
- Enrolment to leading hotel loyalty programmes
Key Financial Terms
Charge Card:
- No Pre-set Spending Limit*
- No interest charges
- Just pay off your balance in full each month
- Annual Fee: $750
Travel
Tell us where you want to go and we will do our best to make it a memorable trip for you. From a US$ 300 Travel Voucher to take your travel further or to special ticket fares with partner airlines, warm welcomes at Airport lounges and Wi-Fi access globally, travelling with Platinum is an unrivalled experience.
Benefits
- US$ 300 Annual Travel Voucher
- Complimentary Airport Lounge Access globally and regionally with Priority PassTM region, for you and your Platinum Supplementary Cardmember
- Complimentary global Wi-Fi service with Boingo
- Exclusive savings with Airline Partners
- For assistance with any travel requirement, Platinum Travel Service is only a call away
- Complimentary global Wi-Fi service with Boingo
Annual Travel Voucher
Each time you renew with Platinum we will reward you with a travel voucher worth US$ 300 which you can redeem through Platinum Travel Service. Why not use it to make your getaway that extra bit special, on your next airline booking or hotel reservation with The Vacation Collection?
As soon as you renew with Platinum, you'll receive one US$ 300 voucher every year if you prepay your travel booking for at least US$ 3,000.
Boingo American Express Preferred Plan
You can enjoy complimentary, unlimited Wi-Fi access with the Boingo American Express Preferred Plan. Pay no roaming fees and receive Wi-Fi access on up to four devices with Boingo hotspots worldwide, available at hundreds of airports, thousands of hotels and other popular locations.
Confirm eligibility, by requesting your activation code through Platinum Services and then access Boingo's Wi-Fi services by creating a Boingo American Express Preferred Plan account.
Airport Lounge Access
As a Platinum Cardmember, you can make sure every journey begins in comfort and style with access to more than 1,000 airport lounges in over 130 countries around the world. This means you can sit back, relax and escape the airport crowds in the following lounges:
Lounge | Platinum Card | Priority Pass Card | Boarding Pass | Available For |
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Priority PassTM | ✓ | ✓ | Basic and Supplementary
Cardmember View lounges |
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American Express lounges and The Centurion® lounge network | ✓ | ✓ | Available to the Basic and Supplementary Cardmember. Guest policy varies by location | |
Delta Sky Club® | ✓ | ✓ | Basic and Supplementary Cardmember travelling on a Delta operated flight | |
Abu Dhabi, Amman, Manama, Cairo, Dubai, Kuwait, Muscat, Beirut and Doha | ✓ | ✓ | Available to the Basic
and Supplementary
Cardmember. Guest
policy varies by location View lounges |
International Airline Programme
The International Airline Program provides a range of offers with some of the world's leading airlines.
Special rates on First and Business Class | |
15% off Crown Class and 10% off Economy Class | |
Up to 10% off Business Class. | |
15% off First Class, Club World and World Traveler Plus. | |
15% off Pearl Business Class and Diamond First Class | |
15% off Business Class and Premium Economy Class | |
10% off First and Business Class. | |
Up to 15% off Premium Class. | |
15% off Business Class & Economy Class. |
Other Travel Benefits
The Vacation Collection
The ideal choice for family holidays, couples or a group of friends – where the emphasis is on a wide range of experiences and destinations to suit all tastes at a great price.
Your Platinum benefits include room upgrades when available, early check-in and late check-out, additional amenity at each property, such as dining experiences or spa treatments and special offers.
Click here to explore the programme.FINE HOTELS & RESORTS
Over 975 of the most breathtaking, iconic hotels around the world are committed to offering you exclusive privileges. So whether it's complimentary spa treatments, hotel room upgrades when available or 4pm late check-out, with Platinum every benefit is designed to make your stay even more memorable.
Click here to explore the programme.The Hotel Collection
The Hotel Collection offers exceptional value at carefully selected properties from trusted brands like Hilton Hotels and Hyatt. With over 500 hotels to choose from, you can expect quality, comfort, convenience and outstanding value for money.
Book and stay two nights or more through Platinum Travel Service, and you’ll enjoy a room upgrade and a US$ 75 hotel credit to spend on hotel amenities.
Click here to explore the programme.Hotel Loyalty Programmes Elite Status
We fast track you to enhanced benefits with leading hotel loyalty programmes. As a Platinum Cardmember you can enjoy complimentary access to the higher tiers of leading loyalty programmes around the world without having to fulfill the usual qualifying criteria, such as numerous nights per stay.
Simply enrol with the following loyalty programmes through Platinum Services to enjoy your privileges.
Hotel programme | Properties | Benefits |
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Hilton Honors – Gold Status | Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf Astoria, Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts Canopy by Hilton, Curio - A Collection by Hilton, DoubleTree by Hilton |
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Shangri-La Golden Circle – Jade Membership | Shangri-La Hotels, Shangri-La Resorts, Traders Hotels, Kerry Hotels, Hotel Jen |
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MeliáRewards – Gold Membership | ME by Melia, Paradisus by Melia, Melia Hotels & Resorts, Innside by Melia, Tryp by Wyndham, Sol Hotels & Resorts, Gran Melia Hotels & Resorts |
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Club CarlsonSM – Gold Elite | Quorvus Collection, Radisson Blu, Radisson®, Radisson Red, Park Inn by Radisson, Park Plaza®, Country Inns & Suites By CarlsonSM |
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Preferred Golf Programme | A collection of the worlds finest golf courses such as The K-Club in Ireland |
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Car Rental Partners
Access the higher tiers of our partners’ car rental loyalty programmes, Simply enrol with the following loyalty programmes through Platinum Services to enjoy your privileges.
Rental companies | Your membership | What you get with Platinum | Available for |
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Avis | Avis Preferred |
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Basic and Supplementary Cardmembers with a Platinum Card |
Hertz | Hertz Gold Plus Rewards Five Star® Tier |
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Basic and Supplementary Cardmembers with a Platinum Card |
Cruise Privileges Programme
With the Cruise Privileges Programme, Platinum entitles you to a range of benefits such as onboard credits and shore excursion credits. Here’s a selection of what our cruise partners offer you based on two people sharing a stateroom, and sailing for five nights or more:
Cruise partner | What you get with Platinum |
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Crystal Cruises, Crystal River Cruises & Crystal Yacht Expedition Cruises |
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Holland America Line |
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Oceania Cruises |
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Regent Seven Seas Cruises |
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Silversea |
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Enjoy Real Rewards
The Membership Rewards® programme is our way of thanking you for using The Platinum Card®. Every time you make any purchase with your Card, from groceries at the supermarket or tickets for that much-needed holiday, you will always earn 1 Membership Rewards points on every US$ 1 spent. Moreover, your points never expire. So, you can accumulate them and redeem them for a variety of lifestyle and travel rewards from any of our 12 airline partners or hotel partners.
To view exhaustive list of rewards and to place your order, please visit our website at www.membershiprewards.com.bh
For example
SPEND
US$ 2,200
Per Month
Earn 26,400 Membership Rewards points per annum
Redeem for a one-way ticket to London*
SPEND
US$ 4,500
Per Month
Earn 54,000 Membership Rewards points per annum
Redeem for a return trip ticket to London*
SPEND
US$ 9,000
Per Month
Earn 108,000 Membership Rewards points per annum
Redeem for a return trip ticket to New York*
SPEND
US$ 10,000
Per Month
Earn 120,400 Membership Rewards points per annum
Redeem for a return trip ticket to Los Angeles*
Examples shown are illustrations based on redeeming Membership Rewards points towards Avios, British Airways for flights departing from Dubai. The number of Avios points needed are peak day prices as of 31st January 2017 and are subject to change. Please visit partner websites for more details.
*Terms, taxes, fees and carrier charges apply.
Here are just a few of the ways you can let Membership Rewards indulge you
Complimentary Upgrades & Flights | ||
Complimentary Hotel Stay | ||
Indulgent gift cards & shopping vouchers | ||
Exclusive offers from American Express SelectsSM
Thousands of local and global offers brought to you by American Express SelectsSM programme
Click here to explore the programme.
Protection
Wherever you are in the world, we’ll be there for you. Whether you’re travelling or shopping, if you sense things aren’t going to plan, call us, at any time of the day or night. We’re never far away. That’s because we protect you, your family, your children, your Supplementary Cardmember and their family with one of the most comprehensive worldwide insurance policies.
- Travel Accident Insurance of up to US$ 1 million
- Travel Car Rental Insurance of up to US$ 30,000
- Purchase Protection Insurance of up to US$ 2,000.
- Refund Protection Insurance of up to US$ 550
Terms & Conditions apply.
Lifestyle
Platinum Concierge Service
From amazing restaurants or great nights out to cultural experiences or breathtaking sights, we can supply a little inspiration wherever you find yourself. Your Platinum Concierge is a great resource for all sorts of advice and recommendations on almost everything from flowers to fashionable places to eat. So from little favours to finishing touches, try Platinum, It’s what we’re here for.American Express Invites®
American Express Invites handpicks sought-after events for Platinum Cardmembers and invites you to experience them – turning those inspiring moments into lasting memories.
Dining with American Express Invites
American Express Invites serves up over 600 specially selected restaurants around the world. Each one handpicked by locals in the know. We’ve arranged a special something on the house whenever you visit:- 20% off the food bill
- Or a complimentary appetizer
Shopping with American Express Invites
Transform shopping trips into memorable events with American Express Invites. Whether you’re browsing online or in-store, around the corner or around the world, you can look forward to exclusive experiences with top brands and sought-after designers. You’ll also enjoy special benefits:
- Previews of new fashion collections
- Access to pre-sale events
- Complimentary tailoring and alterations
- Personal shoppers
Online Access
Online Services
Register now for convenient online access to your Platinum Card account. All you need to do is visit our website. With Online Services, you can also:
- Activate your Card
- Update your contact details
- Set alert preferences for SMS and Email
- Request a Supplementary Card
- Refer a friend to take advantage of the American Express Card and earn bonus Membership Rewards points
American Express iPhone & Android App
As a Platinum Cardmember, you can enjoy the ease and convenience of accessing your accounts with a swipe of a finger with the new and improved American Express Middle East App.
Simply download the app to your Android™ or iOS device and manage your account details, stay on top of your benefits, and get updates on new offers anytime, anywhere, at your convenience.
Eligibility Criteria
Before registering your interest, make sure you can say 'Yes' to the following:
- I am aged 21 or over
- I have a Bahrain home address
- I have an annual income of at least US$ 100,000 (or local currency equivalent)
- I have no history of bad debt
- And if self-employed, I have been working for more than two years
* No Pre-set Spending Limit does not mean unlimited spending. Your purchases are approved based on factors such as spending patterns, credit history, and other financial resources known to us.
** Term & conditions apply.
Apply for The Platinum Card now
Please complete the form below and a Customer Service Representative will contact you regarding your application.