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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • +Welcome Bonus: 70,000 points
  • +Purchase protection included

Cons

  • High annual fee ($199/yr)
  • Foreign Transaction Fee (2.5%)
  • No airport lounge access despite fee

Our Review

Earn a welcome bonus of up to 70,000 Membership Rewards® points with the American Express® Business Gold Rewards Card®

  • 50,000 Membership Rewards® points after spending $7,500 in purchases within the first three months of Cardmembership.
  • 20,000 additional points after spending $30,000 on your Card in your first 12 months of Cardmembership.

Plus, earn 10,000 bonus points in each calendar quarter when you spend $20,000 or more.

With this Card, you earn 1 Membership Rewards point per dollar on your purchases.

You can then use your points in many ways:

  • Statement credit for travel purchases
  • Statement credit for all purchases
  • Transfer to partner programs (Aeroplan, British Airways Executive Club, Delta Skymiles, Flying Blue, Marriott Bonvoy, Hilton Honors, etc.).
  • Book your flight with American Express Travel at a special rate

For example, with this welcome offer, if you decide to transfer your Membership Rewards points to a partner loyalty program, you would have the choice of earning up to:

  • 70,000 points Aeroplan
  • 70,000 Avios
  • 70,000 Flying Blue Miles
  • 84,000 Marriott Bonvoy points

Alternatively, 70,000 Membership Rewards points can also represent a value of $700 for travel or for any purchase charged to the Card.

Also, as a cardmember, you get many advantages such as up to 55 interest-free days to maximize your cash flow.

Finally, you are covered with reliable insurance for your travels and purchases.

Like all American Express Canada Cards, there is no minimum income requirement.

Rewards

All Spending

1x

Amex Membership Rewards pts per dollar

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See how much you could earn with this card based on your spending.

¢/ point
0.85¢5.1¢
Groceries1x
$700/month
Gas & EV1x
$200/month
Transit1x
$100/month
Restaurants1x
$300/month
Pharmacy1x
$50/month
Travel1x
$150/month
Bills & recurring payments1x
$250/month
Telecom1x
$150/month
Entertainment & streaming1x
$100/month
Office supplies1x
$0/month
All other spending1x
$500/month

Points Earned

30,000

Amex Membership Rewards/yr

Estimated Value

$510

After Fees

+$311

1st Year Value

$1,501

incl. welcome bonus

Annual rewards breakdown

Groceries$8,400/yr × 1x8,400 pts
Gas & EV$2,400/yr × 1x2,400 pts
Transit$1,200/yr × 1x1,200 pts
Restaurants$3,600/yr × 1x3,600 pts
Pharmacy$600/yr × 1x600 pts
Travel$1,800/yr × 1x1,800 pts
Bills & recurring payments$3,000/yr × 1x3,000 pts
Telecom$1,800/yr × 1x1,800 pts
Entertainment & streaming$1,200/yr × 1x1,200 pts
All other spending$6,000/yr × 1x6,000 pts
Total annual spend$30,000
Monthly spend$2,500
Average earn rate on spend per year1x
Average earn rate on spend 1st year with welcome bonus3.33x
Total points earned on spend30,000 pts
Welcome bonus points+70,000 pts
  • Earn 70,000 Amex Membership Rewards after $30,000 in purchases in 12 months
Total points earned100,000 pts
Value of accumulated points$1,700

Travel Insurance

Delayed Baggage

Up to $500

Lost Baggage

Up to $500

Flight Delay

Up to $500

Hotel Burglary

Up to $500

Travel Accident

Up to $100,000

Purchase Protection

Purchase Protection

Included

Extended Warranty

+1 year(s)

Mobile Device

Up to $1,000

Auto Rental

Up to $85,000 / 48 days

Terms & Conditions

Card Features

Earn a welcome bonus of up to 70,000 Membership Rewards® points in your first year.

  • Earn 50,000 Membership Rewards® points after spending $7,500 in purchases within the first three months of Cardmembership.
  • Plus, earn an additional 20,000 points after spending $30,000 on your Card in your first 12 months of Cardmembership.
  • That’s up to $700 in statement credits to reinvest in your business.

Plus, earn 10,000 bonus points in each calendar quarter when you spend $20,000 or more. That could add up to $400 in value every year

Earn points that you can redeem in a variety of ways.

  • Earn 1 Membership Rewards® point for every dollar in purchases charged to the Card and get the most out of your business expenses.
  • Enjoy an exceptional line-up of rewards redemption options for you and your business, including travel, dining, entertainment, gift cards, merchandise, and more with Membership Rewards program.
  • Transfer points to frequent flyer and hotel programs, including one-to-one to Aeroplan®* and Avios.

Unlock business possibilities with a full suite of business management tools that give you more control over your business – anytime and anywhere

  • Take advantage of purchasing power that grows with your business with no pre-set spending limit on purchases. With this Card, your purchasing power adjusts dynamically with your Card usage, and can grow over time, as long as you make your payments on time and maintain a good credit history
  • Maximize your cash flow with up to 55 interest free days so you can keep more cash on hand when you need it most.
  • Pay for business expenses over time with Flexible Payment Option
  • This charge card has both Due in Full and Flexible Payment Option balances. All Due in Full balances must be paid each month. Interest rate of 30% applies to each delinquent Due in Full charge. This rate is effective from the day account is opened. The Preferred rate of 21.99% applies to your Flexible Payment Option balance. If you have 2 separate Missed Payments in a 12 month period, the Flexible Payment Option rate for your account will be 25.99%. If you have 3 or more separate Missed Payments in a 12 month period, the Flexible Payment Option Rate will be 29.99%. These rates are effective from the day the Flexible Payment Option is first available on your account.

Access comprehensive insurance coverage for your travel needs.

  • Access Travel Emergency Assistance, and up to $100,000 Travel Accident Insurance when you fully charge your tickets to your Business Gold Rewards Card.
  • Plus, access Lost or Stolen Baggage Insurance, Flight Delay Insurance, and Baggage Delay Insurance when you fully charge your airline tickets to your Business Gold Rewards Card.
  • Save money when travelling with complimentary Car Rental Theft and Damage Insurance

Access coverage that can protect your business purchases when you charge the full price of eligible items to your Business Gold Rewards Card.

  • Protect your eligible purchases against accidental physical damage and theft for up to 90 days with Purchase Protection® Plan
  • Double the manufacturer’s original warranty up to one additional year with Buyer’s Assurance® Protection Plan

Access to coverage for mobile devices purchased for business use.

  • Access Mobile Device Insurance of up to $1,000 in the event of theft, loss or accidental damage, anywhere in the world, when you fully charge or finance the purchase price of an eligible mobile device on your Business Gold Rewards Card.

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