Strategy to obtain US Amex

[Daventry]

This is from another thread


2FA with Chase and Capital One still works for me only via phone call, not the SMS.

When I pick "send me SMS" and I don't get it, I click "didn't get the code". Then "call me" option shows up. Click on it, you receive an automated call that tells you your code number and you need it enter it to the bank website. They thank you for authenticating yourself and you are in.

Thanks. BTW this is person is talking about the same issue I experienced.

 

[_TheTraveller_]

I find it a bit strange that Chase is a bit inconsistent with requesting W-9. I've had CIPs approved immediately whereas some cards will require a W-9. I've always applied for a Chase card whilst on a VPN. Don't remember if I ever applied whilst state side.

I did get immediately approved by C1 for VX whilst state side though.

 

[georgie23]

Thanks. BTW this is person is talking about the same issue I experienced.
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That seems frustrating - sorry - I was just thinking OTP but it seems the check when on the phone call

 

[mattr00]

Tello and Talkatone don’t work for Chase don’t work for OTP when calling up for me

 

[georgie23]

Does anyone know of options that do work then?

I have been watching some of the videos by this guy who has suggestions and reading comments too

 

[US_Amex]

Hey guys, first time poster but long time lurker!

Spent the last year reading the thread and data points and so far have managed to open up 3 personal cards (1 x HSBC and 2 x AMEX) and 2 business cards (2 x AMEX). Received ITIN about a month ago via Maza.

I'm planning to make a large purchase towards the end of November (~$10k AUD) all in one go and on my Amex Biz Gold charge card, so just wanted to check if there's any need to notify AMEX of this purchase or should I just slowly build up between now and then (end Nov) on small amounts up around ~$1k or so? I just got the Biz Gold card last week (175k MR and $15k spend).

 

[Grrr]

Spent the last year reading the thread and data points and so far have managed to open up 3 personal cards (1 x HSBC and 2 x AMEX) and 2 business cards (2 x AMEX). Received ITIN about a month ago via Maza.

Great work ! Can I ask about the timeframe between each card ?

 

[US_Amex]

Great work ! Can I ask about the timeframe between each card ?

Probably about a month or two between the personal cards and 3 weeks between the business

 

[dein_gesicht]

Hey guys, first time poster but long time lurker!

Spent the last year reading the thread and data points and so far have managed to open up 3 personal cards (1 x HSBC and 2 x AMEX) and 2 business cards (2 x AMEX). Received ITIN about a month ago via Maza.

I'm planning to make a large purchase towards the end of November (~$10k AUD) all in one go and on my Amex Biz Gold charge card, so just wanted to check if there's any need to notify AMEX of this purchase or should I just slowly build up between now and then (end Nov) on small amounts up around ~$1k or so? I just got the Biz Gold card last week (175k MR and $15k spend).

All depends on what you put on your current cards.

Is there an option to make it into smaller payments over a couple of days?