You are one step away from the British Airways American Express Credit Card. Check the eligibility criteria and how the eligibility checker works before you apply.
Check each requirement below before you apply. Knowing your chances first helps protect your credit score.
An eligibility check uses a soft search, so you can see your chances without affecting your credit score.
Check first, apply with confidence
Earns AviosNo annual feeTravel rewards
📋 Eligibility
- Age: You must be aged 18 or over.
- Residency: You must be a permanent UK resident with a UK address history.
- Income: American Express asks for an income of at least £20,000 a year for its personal cards.
- Bank account: You need a UK bank or building society current account to set up repayments.
- Credit check: You should have no history of bad debt; a full credit check is made and the card appears on your credit file.
🔍 How to check your eligibility
- Open the American Express Services Europe Limited eligibility checker or card page.
- Enter a few details about your income and address.
- See your result with a soft search before submitting a full application.
✅ Good to know
- Companion Voucher: Use it for a companion reward seat or a 50% Avios discount when travelling alone.
- Referral Avios: Earn bonus Avios for approved friend referrals, up to 90,000 a year.
- Plan It: Spread purchases of £100 or more into instalments for a fixed monthly fee.
Companion Voucher bookings are subject to availability, and taxes, fees and carrier charges still apply.