AMEX Platinum Edge - 15000 points + first year annual fee free!

[prozac]

*As indicated in a post above the fee free first year has been dropped from the amex offer.*
However the card easily pays for itself over and over in credits back to your account so even with the annual fee is great value. I have received around $400 back in the past 3 weeks and today enrolled in a few more that will see me get more credits for buying gift cards at Supercheap Auto and Rebel Sport amongst others.
As Local Champion at my regular Coles I am still receiving 4 points per dollar spend.
What's not to love?

If interested this is the New Link HERE. Note that I will receive points as the referrer.
Happy to answer any questions by pm regarding this card.

 

[JessicaTam]

*As indicated in a post above the fee free first year has been dropped from the amex offer.*
However the card easily pays for itself over and over in credits back to your account so even with the annual fee is great value. I have received around $400 back in the past 3 weeks and today enrolled in a few more that will see me get more credits for buying gift cards at Supercheap Auto and Rebel Sport amongst others.
As Local Champion at my regular Coles I am still receiving 4 points per dollar spend.
What's not to love?

If interested this is the New Link HERE. Note that I will receive points as the referrer.
Happy to answer any questions by pm regarding this card.

Do you really need 5 posts with your referral link?

 

[prozac]

Do you really need 5 posts with your referral link?

JessicaTam, please see the highlighted text - "*As indicated in a post above the fee free first year has been dropped from the amex offer.*"

It is misrepresenting the offer if this is not brought to the attention of readers. I posted as the offer conditions had changed...again.

Last post from me.

 

[Skrambled]

Hi All, looks like you now have to pay the $195 annual fee but if anyone still interested in signing up my link is below. I will receive 30,000 points if you sign up and you will receive 15,000 points once you spend $550 in 2 months.

Referral Link Here

Thanks so much.

 

[jinjincai]

Hi All
This is a great card with 15000 bonus points. I have been using this card for quite a while. Unfortunately the once waived first year annual fee $195 comes back now...
Thanks in advance to anyone who uses my referral link below ( I will receive 30000 MR points if you click through the link)
http://amex.com.au/refer/jxiaZXbp

 

[lang_13]

Hi

Might as well throw my link into the mix. Have had this card for a few years - points really add up at the supermarket (3 pts per $) esp with local champion. Can maximise earn by buying gift cards for shops you frequent from the supermarket. Also 2pts per $ at petrol stations and free domestic flight. Also with an occasional amex (cashback offers)

Terms: You receive 15,000 bonus points after $550 spend within 2 months, $195 annual fee (Referrer receives 30,000pts)

Anyway here's my link - thanks

 

[Irishbazz]

Hi Guys

Throwing my hat in the ring!

Some of the highlights of this card below.

Highlights

• Receive 15,000 Membership Rewards Bonus Points - 30,000 Membership Rewards Bonus Points for the referrer - when you apply, are approved and spend $550 on your Card within the first 2 months of Card Membership.
• See more of Australia with a Complimentary domestic return flight every year[SUP]2[/SUP] to selected destinations.
• 0% p.a. on balance transfers for the first 12 months[SUP]3[/SUP] — A one-off credit plan establishment fee of 1% applies to any balances transferred.
• Complimentary enrolment in the Membership Rewards Ascent program[SUP]4[/SUP] saving you $80 per year.
• When you pay for travel on your Card you will receive Complimentary domestic and international Travel Insurance[SUP]5[/SUP].
• $195 per year cost of card

Thanks



http://amex.com.au/refer/finbamerl7

 

[mini2]

While the Edge is no longer fee free but even at $195 p.a., it's still great value:

- 15,000 points for $550 spend in the first 2 months: that's 15k QF/VA points
- Free VA return flight p.a. (you don't have to take it, plenty of people choose to sell the ticket at $250 per tix)
- The Edge's specific 3/2/1 points structure works out great if you're already holding a Platinum Card and wish to bolster your points earning capability

Here's my referral link, thanks.

 

[mlob]

Attempt No 2!

Adding my referral here. If you use my referral link for this card. You will receive 15,000 bonus points and I as the referrer will receive 30,000. I suggest applying and referring some friends and family by 31 July to get some 30,000 bonuses of your own!

http://amex.com.au/refer/maryloPN18

 

[blueythecat]

.....
- 15,000 points for $550 spend in the first 2 months: that's 15k QF/VA points
....

Just in case anyone is passing through here and thinking about applying for the Edge to earn QFF points, you might be a little disappointed as unfortunately it doesn't. It's an easy mistake to make and is caused by QFF favoring direct earn CC's only.

The only way transfer points earned on the Edge to QFF is if you also have the AMEX Plat Charge card as this card allows Qantas transfers.

The Edge is a great card, but unfortunately no QFF transfers if you only hold the Edge!

 

[mlob]

Just in case anyone is passing through here and thinking about applying for the Edge to earn QFF points, you might be a little disappointed as unfortunately it doesn't. It's an easy mistake to make and is caused by QFF favoring direct earn CC's only.

The only way transfer points earned on the Edge to QFF is if you also have the AMEX Plat Charge card as this card allows Qantas transfers.

The Edge is a great card, but unfortunately no QFF transfers if you only hold the Edge!

You are correct but i think like me many wont mind at all. Velocity and the other various airlines is more then enough for me. with Qantas and their high taxes on redemption, i like many have refocused all earning awayfrom Qantas to Velocity.

 

[blueythecat]

You are correct but i think like me many wont mind at all. Velocity and the other various airlines is more then enough for me. with Qantas and their high taxes on redemption, i like many have refocused all earning awayfrom Qantas to Velocity.

Couldn't agree more! That is exactly what I have done!

 

[Winston1]

Just a quick post to throw my referral link into the ring as well.
Unfortunately the card is no longer fee free as the thread title suggests, but it's still a great card for the price. Made even better if you are lucky enough to snag a referral now and again. Especially at the moment with 30k going to the referrer and a bonus 5k to the applicant.
I'm a little unsure when the 30k promo finishes though? I'm not sure how a person could refer a friend before the end of July, but then you get the points if they apply before 15th of august? Maybe some sort of tracking done with cookies?? (I'm not tech savvy enough)

Anyhow, The major benefits of this card is obviously the flight & the great points earning potential. 3 Points per $ at supermarkets, with the possibility of boosting that to 4 with 'Local Champion'

Attached is a graphic detailing the destinations where you can travel.

My Referral Link

Of course, I'd be over the moon if anyone would consider using my link.
Thanks.

 

[mlob]

Trying my luck at the 11th hour. I believe there is one more day to generate a link so that a new applicant can gain the July bonus of15,000 points for this card. I have had no luck with this July Points Battle (as described by Amex. Looks like I have been losing the battle!). If you use my link you'll get 15,000 points and I will get 30,000. You have until August 15 to apply using this link to nab yourself 15,000 points.

My link :- http://amex.com.au/refer/maryloPN18

 

[Blackswan]

I also want to throw my hat into the ring (as late as it may be). My referal link is http://amex.com.au/refer/weslee6wY0

The card offers a free return flight - destinations are set out at http://www.americanexpress.com/australia/campaigns/platinum_edge/destination_guide.shtml

If you spend $550 within 60 days, you'll also receive 15,000 Membership rewards points, which can be converted to Velocity or Krisflyer. If you wait for the regular 15% Velocity bonus to transfer, you'll end up with 17,250 points. Its a good earner on regular shopping at Supermarkets - 3 points per dollar. If your save, you can purchase eftpos/visa/mastercard cards (when on special), to gain the 3 points at anywhere where eftpos/visa/mastercard is accepted.

 

[M@rcoPolo]

Great little card especially if you spend at supermarkets - 3 points per dollar, that's triple the points you get with premium cards like the AMEX Platinum Charge

The best part is that you can buy Gift Cards at Woollies & Coles for all major retailers such as MYER, DJ, Harvey Norman, JB HiFi - so the triple points also apply when you shop for your next TV, furniture, shoes, you name it!

Apply here >>> http://amex.com.au/refer/marcomOy2v to receive 15,000 Membership Rewards points if you are approved and spend $550 in their first 2 months

 

[liamsal]

Just double checking that the annual fee is no longer waived for the first year? Also what are the chances of being approved for a 3rd credit card (already have Velocity Platinum AMEX and NAB Amex/Visa combo)? My credit rating is great (as far as I'm aware) and only negative thing I can think of is being knocked back to upgrade to a higher credit card late last year.

Can't believe I'm on discovering this card now...

 

[prozac]

Just double checking that the annual fee is no longer waived for the first year? Also what are the chances of being approved for a 3rd credit card (already have Velocity Platinum AMEX and NAB Amex/Visa combo)? My credit rating is great (as far as I'm aware) and only negative thing I can think of is being knocked back to upgrade to a higher credit card late last year.

Can't believe I'm on discovering this card now...

There is no waiving of the fee now liamsal.
My understanding is non-Amex issued cards (bank cards, etc) do not affect an application direct to Amex.

 

[mlob]

Just double checking that the annual fee is no longer waived for the first year? Also what are the chances of being approved for a 3rd credit card (already have Velocity Platinum AMEX and NAB Amex/Visa combo)? My credit rating is great (as far as I'm aware) and only negative thing I can think of is being knocked back to upgrade to a higher credit card late last year.

Can't believe I'm on discovering this card now...

That's right no annual fee waived. I still got the bonus points despite having an Amex Velocity Card already in hand. Bank issues cards like your Nab card do not affect your Amex application. The included flight and the cash back offers more then pay for this card. Whilst the points collecting opportunities are fantastic. Especially when you add local champion into the mix.

 

[blueythecat]

Just double checking that the annual fee is no longer waived for the first year? Also what are the chances of being approved for a 3rd credit card (already have Velocity Platinum AMEX and NAB Amex/Visa combo)? My credit rating is great (as far as I'm aware) and only negative thing I can think of is being knocked back to upgrade to a higher credit card late last year.

Can't believe I'm on discovering this card now...

I've applied for three AMEX issued cards in the last 12 months and haven't had a problem (still have them all too). But it is down to individual circumstances I guess. When applying through a referral link AMEX have never asked me for supporting documentation like payslips etc - which I take as a good sign.

Whilst the T&C will say you are excluded from getting the sign on bonus (due to your existing velocity card) my experience and that of the majority of people even seen post on here and elsewhere (I've researched this quite extensively) is that you will get it once you reach the qualifying spend.

Good luck with your application if you decide to go ahead!!