New Amex Offers: Save $800+ for Shopping in Europe

American Express Company (Amex) is an American multinational financial services corporation that specializes in payment cards. Headquartered in New York City, it is one of the most valuable companies in the world and one of the 30 components of the Dow Jones Industrial Average.

There are some intriguing new Amex Offers that are emerging that are not like previous Offers. These new discounts first seem to be for purchases made within particular European nations. But when you look closer, they appear to be rather more constrained.

These new Amex Offers' specifics are listed below.

Also, we'll introduce the 10 most exclusive credit cards in the world.

Shop in France

If you spend $200 or more in a single purchase at participating merchants in France by December 31, 2024, you can get a $40 statement credit. But this offer can only be used up to 10 times for a total credit of $400.

There are several eligible merchants, such as Barriere Hotels, Golden Tulip Hotels, Hotel Lutetia, Le Comptoir du Caviar, and so on.

Shop in the U.K.

If you spend $100 or more in a single purchase at participating merchants in the U.K. by December 31, 2024, you can get a $20 statement credit. This offer can only be used up to 8 times for a total of $160.

There are several eligible merchants, including Bicester Village, Charles Tyrwhitt, Guerlain at the Convent Garden location in London, and so on.

Shop in Italy

If you spend $300 or more in a single purchase at participating merchants in Italy by December 31, 2024, you can get a $50 statement credit. This offer can only be used up to 6 times for a total of $300.

The offer is valid in-store only at participating merchants within Fidenza Village, Damiani, Boggi Milano, Twinset, Luisa Spagnoli, and Zegna.

The 10 most exclusive credit cards in the world

1. Centurion® Card from American Express

The American Express Centurion® Card, also referred to as the "Black Card," is a premium card available exclusively by invitation. You apparently needed to have used and paid off at least $250,000 across all of your Amex accounts in a single year to be invited.

You must pay an entrance fee of $7,500 to become a member of the exclusive club of Centurion cardholders. Additionally, there is a $2,500 annual fee for the card itself.

2. J.P. Morgan Reserve Card

Palladium, a chemical element with a silvery white color and a price of $1,295 an ounce, is used to make this card. Top clients of J.P. Morgan are the only ones who may apply for it; they must have at least $10 million in assets managed by J.P. Morgan Private Bank.

This card gives unrestricted access to a few airport lounges for a $595 annual charge, 3x points on travel and dining, a $300 annual travel credit, a credit for your Global Entry or TSA PreCheck application, a package of premium travel protections, and a $300 yearly travel credit.

3. Dubai First Royale Mastercard

This ornate card, with a 0.235-carat diamond set in its center and gold accent, is a unique gift from Dubai First to the UAE monarchy and high-net-worth individuals in the area.

Even if you are extremely affluent, you may not be eligible for the card since it is by invitation only. The cost of the initiation is 7,000 UAE dirhams, or about $1,900.

4. Coutts Silk Credit Card

You can apply for the Coutts Silk Credit Card if you have sufficient wealth to do business with Coutts. You may use LoungeKey to access airport lounges all over the world with this card, which has no yearly or international transaction fees. Additionally, you can participate in special activities and events thanks to Coutts' renowned loyalty program. Coutts Concierge is also available around-the-clock.

The British royal family is one of the firm's notable clients.

5. Sberbank Visa Infinite Gold Card

At first, only 100 top clients of Sberbank can obtain this card, and it costs a neat $100,000 upfront. This Visa Infinite is made of pure gold, pearl and 26 diamonds. If you own this card, you'll have the pleasure of owning a solid-gold status symbol.

Also, you can enjoy $250,000 of life and health insurance, 24/7 concierge service and the private manager of Sberbank.

6. Eurasian Diamond Card Visa Infinite

6Eurasian Diamond Card Visa Infinite is an elite card that you can not apply for. Only by the recommendation of the bank management committee or existing cardmember can you obtain it. What's more, the minimum balance at Eurasian Bank for this card is 15 million Kazakhstani tenge. The annual fees depend on your balance at the Eurasian Bank.

7. Stratus Rewards Visa

The Stratus Rewards Visa is also called the White Card. To qualify, you need a referral from a card member or the partner companies of Stratus Rewards. Then, you can be considered being offered an exclusive invitation.

At $1,500 a year, this card gives you access to personal concierge services, discounted charter flights, complimentary car services, luxury hotel upgrades, special events and exclusive gift bags.

8. The Merrill Lynch Octave Black Card

The Merrill Lynch Octave Black Card is made of black metal with an American Express logo and is an invitation-only card. If you want qualification, you must have at least $10 million in a Merrill Lynch account.

With a $950 annual fee, you can enjoy perks including no preset credit limit, 2.5x points on all eligible purchases, an annual $350 travel credit or Delta SkyClub Executive Membership, private jet savings and access to airport concierges.

9. Santander Unlimited Black Card

Brazilian Santander Group provides its affluent private banking clients with this simple black card. There are reportedly only a few thousand cards in use.

The card offers high, adaptable spending limits, round-the-clock concierge assistance, membership in LoungeKey, travel insurance, Mastercard Airport Concierge, and exclusive experiences at upscale hotels and eateries.

At Brazil's Guarulhos Airport's Terminal 3's special Mastercard VIP Lounge, Mastercard Black grants privileged travelers access. The only other entry option is to go with a cardholder.

10. Luxury Card Mastercard® Gold Card™

Applying for the Luxury Card Mastercard® Gold Card™ doesn't need an invitation. Mostly because of its high barrier to entry: It costs $995 a year.

The card's front is plated with 24-karat gold. With this card, you can enjoy access to Luxury Card Concierge and perks including global luggage delivery, chauffeured transportation and airport representatives. Additionally, you'll get access to airport lounges, airline credits, and a $100 credit toward your Global Entry or TSA Pre® application.

Conclusion

American Express (Amex) has recently released a number of new Amex Offers that can help you save money on shopping in Europe. These offers include statement credits for spending at participating retailers. There are also offers for discounts on flights and hotels.

If you are looking for a way to save money on shopping in Europe or you are interested in applying for an exclusive credit card, be sure to check out the latest Amex Offers.