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American Express referral links

A American Express referral link connects your new account to the user who shared it and unlocks the sign-up rewards: welcome bonus in points, cash back, or miles. Pick a code shared by the community below.

✓Open a referral link before you apply.✓Compare card and country-specific welcome offers.✓The referrer bonus follows approval and any required spend.
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Ballot NewsPOPULAR CHOICEGot another Arsenal gift card with Amex points... Amex currently giving 45k points if you join via my referral link, 15k more than via their website.

Got another Arsenal gift card with Amex points... Amex currently giving 45k points if you join via my referral link, 15k more than via their website.

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Codes shared by American Express users. Copy one and enter it when you sign up.

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American Express referral links let current Card Members share a tracked application link. Welcome offers vary by card and country, so review the exact terms, eligibility and spend requirement on the linked application page before applying.

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What is American Express?

American Express is a global payments company. It issues charge cards and credit cards. Card Members use an American Express card at restaurants, hotels, airlines, retailers, and online checkout. Many cards earn Membership Rewards points, cash back, or partner points for travel and everyday spending.

Some American Express products are charge cards. You pay the balance in full each month. Others are credit cards with cash back or lower annual fees. You manage your account in the American Express app and website. There you see your balance, recent charges, and offers that add extra points or statement credits at selected merchants. American Express issues consumer and business cards in many countries. Acceptance has grown worldwide, though some small merchants still prefer other networks.

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01 — WHY USE IT

Why sign up with a American Express referral link

01
Bigger welcome offer
A shared link may show a larger welcome bonus than the public page at the same time.
02
Same card benefits
You get the same card, points earn, and benefits as any other new Card Member.
03
No extra cost
Applying through a friend's link costs you nothing extra.
04
Friend earns too
The person who shared the link can earn a referral bonus after you are approved.
05
Compare first
You can open several referral pages and compare offers before you submit one application.
02 — HOW IT WORKS

How the referral works

The code runs through American Express's own referral program.

  1. 01Open a user referral link and confirm the card, country, and welcome offer shown.
  2. 02Submit an application only if eligible; read the spend amount and deadline in the offer terms.
  3. 03If approved, activate the card and meet the stated spend; the referrer reward follows program rules.
03 — WHAT YOU GET

Referral bonus with a community code

Rewards unlock in order. Amounts can vary by country and campaign.

AFTER FRIEND IS APPROVED
Referral bonus
Referrer bonus
The person who shared the link can earn Membership Rewards points or another referral bonus after you are approved and meet the spend rules for that invite.
ONGOING CARD BENEFITS
Card benefits
Ongoing benefits
Approved Card Members get the usual card benefits. These can include lounge access, hotel status credits, dining credits, and travel protections, depending on the product and country.
04 — HOW TO USE THE CODE

Use the link in 7 steps

American Express referral link: Use the link in 7 steps
01
Pick a card
Compare American Express cards like Platinum, Gold, Blue Cash, or a hotel or airline cobrand card. Choose the one that fits how you spend.
02
Copy a community code
Choose any code from the list on this page and copy it. All the codes work the same way.
03
Open the referral link
Open the referral link that comes with your chosen code. This link carries the invite ID and may show a larger welcome bonus than the public offer.
04
Check the welcome offer
Read the welcome offer on the application page. Note the points or cash back amount, the minimum spend, and the deadline to meet it.
05
Enter the code
If the sign-up screen asks for a referral code or invite code, paste the code you copied. The code gives you access to the welcome bonus shown on the referral page.
06
Fill out the application
Complete the form with your legal name, address, income, and identity details. Submit it and wait for a decision.
07
Meet the spend
After approval, activate your card and make the purchases that count toward the welcome bonus. Track your progress in the American Express app.
Already signed up without a code? American Express usually cannot add a referral link to an application you already submitted. You need to open the invite before you apply.
05 — RULES AND TIPS

Important rules and tips

  • Open the link first
    Open the referral link before you start the application. American Express usually cannot add the referral after you already submitted without it.
  • Check new Card Member rules
    Welcome bonuses go to new Card Members who meet the product's eligibility rules. Existing holders of the same card, recent cancellations, and people who already took a similar bonus often do not qualify again.
  • Use one link only
    Pick one link, open it, and finish the application in that same session. Do not switch links halfway through.
  • Meet the spend in time
    The welcome offer terms list a minimum spend and a deadline to meet it. Read both on the application page before you apply.
  • Apply for your own card
    Only apply for cards you will own and repay. Be careful with anyone who asks you to open a card in their name or to share one time passcodes.
  • Use a link for your country
    American Express issues cards in many countries, and referral pages are usually country specific. Use a link for the market where you live and where you will be billed.
06 — WITH OR WITHOUT

Sign-up with and without a code

AT SIGN-UP NO CODE WITH CODES
Welcome bonus Public offer May be bigger than the public offer
Card product Same card Same card
Membership Rewards or cash back earn Same Same
Benefits Same Same
Referrer bonus — Referral bonus after approval and spend rules
Cost Free Free
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07 — FAQ

Common questions

What is the American Express referral link?

It is a personal link that a current American Express Card Member shares. When you apply through it and get approved, you may get a welcome bonus and the person who shared it may get a referral bonus.

Where do I enter a referral code for American Express?

American Express usually uses a referral link, not a typed code. Open the link first, then complete the application in the same browser session.

Can I add a referral link after I already applied?

Usually no. The referral must be attached when you start the application, so open the link before you apply.

Do both people get a bonus with an American Express referral link?

Yes, when the terms are met. The new Card Member gets the welcome offer shown on the referral page, and the referrer gets a referral bonus after approval and any required spend.

Which American Express cards can I get through a referral link?

Each link is tied to one card product, such as Platinum, Gold, Blue Cash, or a hotel or airline cobrand card. Check the card name on the page before you apply.

Does the American Express referral link work in my country?

Referral pages are usually country specific. Use a link for the country where you live and will be billed, and check the application page for local currency and eligibility.

08 — CLAIM

Apply with a community referral link

Open a code from the list before you apply and you may see a welcome bonus of points, cash back, or miles on the card you choose. Using a code costs nothing extra.

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Writes and checks every code page on Best Referral Code. Each code is tried on the platform's own sign-up screen and compared with its official referral terms before the page goes live.