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Card Overview
The U.S. Bank FlexPerks Gold Amex card is a great basic travel card. You will earn 5 points on many travel purchases, 3 points on dining, 2 points on airline and gas, and 1 point everywhere else. Benfits include Global Entry or TSA Precheck, no foreign transaction fees, complimentary Boingo Wifi, and more.
Card-Smart Tips & Advice
- Good credit needed
- US Bank will usually pull your Experian credit report
- If you frequently apply for credit cards, first freeze your IDA/ARS bureaus before applying for a US Bank credit card
- You can check your application status by calling 1 800 947 1444
- If declined you can call 1 800 685 7680 and ask to speak to the credit card reconsideration department
Card Details And Benefits
- Complimentary Boingo Wifi
- $25 airline fee credit when points are redeemed for a round trip flight
- Global Entry or TSA PreCheck
- No Foreign Transaction Fee
- Auto Rental Collision Insurance
- Travel Accident Insurance
- Lost Luggage Reimbursement
- Extended Warranty Protection
- Purchase Protection
