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welcome offer

Earn 85,000 points after spending $4,000 within the first 3 months. See rates and fees

Bonus Value

Approximately $425

Annual Fee

Card Rewards

6 points on Marriott Purchases

4 points on up to $15,000 in combined purchases at restaurants worldwide and at US groceries

2 points on all other purchases

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Card Overview

The new Marriott Bonvoy Bevy™ American Express® Card is a mid-tier Marriott card. The card offers Gold Elite status, 15 extra elite night credits, and a free night certificate (up to 50k points value) if you spend $15,000 on your card within a calendar year.

Card-Smart Tips & Advice
  • Credit: Good credit needed
  • Amex 90-day rule: In a time span of 90 days, you can only get approved for 2 Amex cards.
  • Max cards: You can only get approved for up to - and including- 5 Amex credit cards (including personal and business), but this rule isn’t always enforced (please note the total of 5 credit cards excludes some Amex cards that are No Preset Spending Limit* cards like the Amex Platinum, Amex Gold, etc)
  • Apply for two cards: If you apply for one Amex card and get approved, it is recommended to apply for a second card since Amex is very good about approving for two cards, even within the same day
  • Credit bureau: Amex will usually pull your Experian credit report. With the new "Apply With Confidence" feature, Amex will first do only a soft pull on your credit report and will let you know if approved or not. Only after you accept the approval will Amex do a hard pull on your credit (this feature is currently only available on Amex consumer cards. See more details below)
  • Combining same-day credit inquiries: Credit inquiries for same-day applications will be combined, as long as they are both approved for on the same day. Note, for some existing Amex credit cardholders, Amex will not do a hard credit pull when applying for a new credit card at any time
  • Check application status: You can check your application status  here  or call 1 800 567 1083
  • Reconsideration: If declined you can call 1 800 567 1083 to be reconsidered
  • Quickest way to get my card: Amex will sometimes give you an instant credit card number after approval, but not always. Amex physical credit cards cannot be expedited (except for the platinum cards) and will arrive after 5-7 business days

Card Details And Benefits
Rewards

-6 points on Marriott Purchases

-4 points on up to $15,000 in combined purchases at restaurants worldwide and at US groceries

-2 points on all other purchases

Foreign Transaction Fee

No foreign transaction fee.

Upgraded Status

Get complimentary upgraded to Gold Elite status.

Plus, get 15 Elite night credits per calendar year to make it easier for you to reach higher Elite status.

Free Night Certificate

Get a free 1-night hotel stay at a participating hotel after each card account anniversary year. Up to 50,000 points value. Plus, you have the option to top off the certificate by adding up to 15,000 Marriot points to book a stay for 65k points. Terms and Conditions apply

Auto Rental Collision Insurance

Secondary worldwide coverage (excluding Australia, Italy, and New Zealand) on rentals up to 30 days. Max $50,000. You can purchase a premium plan from Amex that will offer primary coverage up to 42 days. Max $100,000. Terms and Conditions apply

Lost Luggage Reimbursement

Get covered for lost or damaged luggage up to $500 per person for checked baggage and up to $1,250 per person for carry-on baggage. Max $10,000 per trip for NY residents. Terms and Conditions apply

Trip Delay Reimbursement

If your flight is delayed for 12+ hours, you can claim up to $300 per trip to cover expenses like meals, lodging, toiletries, medication, and other personal use items. Up to 2 claims per year. Terms and Conditions apply

Extended Warranty Protection

Get one additional year to your original manufacturer's warranty time. (Will only cover if the original warranty is for 5 years or less). Max $10,000 per claim, $50,000 per year. Terms and Conditions apply

Purchase Protection

Get refunded if your purchase is damaged, lost, or stolen, up to 90 days from the date of purchase. Max $10,000 per claim, $50,000 per year. Terms and Conditions apply

How can the points be used?

The points can be used at approximately half a penny per point to book free nights at one of the following Marriott hotel brands:

  • Edition
  • The Ritz Carlton
  • The Luxury Collection
  • Stregis
  • W Hotels
  • JW Marriott
  • Marriott
  • Sheraton
  • Marriott Vacation Club
  • Delta Hotels
  • Westin
  • Meridien
  • Renaissance Hotels
  • Autograph Collection Hotels
  • Tribute Portfolio
  • Design Hotel
  • Courtyard
  • Gaylord Hotels
  • Four Points
  • Springhill Suites
  • Fairfield
  • Protea Hotels
  • AC Hotels Marriott
  • Aloft Hotels
  • Moxy Hotels
  • Homes & Villas
  • Residence Inn
  • Towneplace Suites
  • Marriott Executive Apartments
  • Element
Transfer to airline programs:

You can transfer your points to any of the following Marriot Travel Partners.

Airline partners:

Transfer Ratio Transfer Time
Aegean Airlines, Miles+Bonus 3:1 /   If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 72 hours
Aer Lingus, Avios 3:1 /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 72 hours
Air Canada, Aeroplan 3:1 / If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 4-5 days
Aero Mexico, ClubPremeir  3:1 /   If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 2 – 4 days
Air France/ KLM Flying Blue  3:1 / If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 24- 72 hours
Alaska Airlines, Mileage Plan  3:1 /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 48 hours
Air New Zealand, Airpoints  200:1 24 hours
ANA, Mileage Club 3:1 /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 4 – 7 days
Avianca, LifeMiles 3:1 24 hours
American Airlines, AAdvantage  3:1 48 hours
Asiana Airlines, Asiana Club 3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 24 hours
British Airways, Avios 3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 10- 72 hours
Cathay Pacific, Asai Miles  3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus5k points (60k:25k) 24 hours
Copa Airlines, Connect Miles  3:1 If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus5k points (60k:25k) 72 hours
Delta, SkyMiles 3:1 24 – 48 hours
Emirates, Skywards 3:1 /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 72 hours
Etihad Guest 3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 72 hours
Fronteir Airlines, Miles 3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 6 weeks
Hainan Airlines, Fortune Wings Club 3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 24 hours
Hawaiian Airlines 3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 24 hours
InterMiles  3:1 7 days
Iberia, Iberia Plus 3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 24 hours
Japan Airlines 3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 48 hours
Korean Air, SkyPass 3:1  24 hours
Latam Airlines, Latam Pass 3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 24 hours
Qantas, Frequent Flyer 3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 48 hours
Qatar Airways, Privilege Club   3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 3 – 4 days
Saudia Airlines 3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 5 days
Singapore Airlines, KrisFlyer 3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 48 hours
Southwest, Rapid Rewards 3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 24 hours
THAI Airways 3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 4 days
Turkish Airlines, Miles&Smiles 3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 24 hours
United, Mileage Plus 3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 10k points (60k:30k) 2 – 5 days
Virgin Atlantic, FlyingClub 3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 24 – 48 hours
Virigin Australia Velocity  3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) 24 hours
Vueling Club 3:1  /  If you transfer 60k points you get a bonus 5k points (60k:25k) N/A

Additional Resources

*No Preset Spending Limit means the spending limit is flexible. [In fact,] unlike a traditional [credit] card with a set limit, the amount you can spend adapts based on factors such as your purchase, payment, and credit history

The new application experience is currently available for individuals applying for a U.S. Personal Card via HelpMeBuildCredit, at AmericanExpress.com/us/credit-cards, or by calling American Express, and is not available if you apply for a Card after you log into an existing Card Member Account.

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*The estimate is based on our research on what approximate value consumers get when booking travel with points or transferring the points to partner airlines/hotels and booking award travel. You might need to be reward savvy to achieve the proper value. You can find out more on how we value points here

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