American Express gift cards are one of the most sought after gift card brand. The reason for this is the gift card’s ease of use and the trusted name. American Express gift cards are generally recognized where an AMEX card is accepted.

The American Express gift card functions the same as other common gift cards. This is a prepaid gift card that’s preloaded with a value which subsequently decreases after any transaction is made using the card. The gift card balance can be checked online.

Other benefit of the American Express gift card includes special offers provided by participating businesses. To know such promos, you can check the American Express gift card special offers page.

Business or Corporate gift cards are also available. This is ideal for employee rewards, salary incentives and promotions for customers.

There are two types of American Express gift card can be purchased online – the classic gift card and the personalized gift card.

Classic Gift Card vs Personalized Gift Card

• Personalized gift card will contain the recipient’s name while the classic gift card will have “Gift Card Recipient” as the recipient’s name.
• Classic gift card are available in $25, $50, $100, $200 and $500 denominations where as the personalized gift card can be purchased in $25, $35, $50, $75, $100, $150, $200, $250 and $500 denominations.
• Both types require $3.95 per Gift Card fee plus shipping and handling.
• Delivery for classic gift card is within 1-2 business days as compared to 6 days for the personalized one. Both will be delivered via UPS.
• Bulk orders are available
• Classic gift cards will be delivered to the purchaser’s billing address for security and protection. Personalized gift card can be delivered to either the buyer or directly to the recipient

Where can I purchase American Express gift cards?

American Express gift cards are available for purchase online through the American Express website.

Generally, you need to follow three steps. If you have an American Express account, this will speed up checkout processing. If not, then you will be required to input your credit card details

First, you need to select the right gift card. Classic gift card is only available in one design. If you will purchase a personalized gift card, you will be presented with various designs and you need to select one. Some of the design available fits recipients such as teens, kids, birthday celebrants, bride and groom, movie enthusiasts, and restaurant lovers. Other designs fit thank you and congratulations occasion.

After selecting the design, you need to provide the quantity for each denomination you want to purchase. Note that Card fee applies.

During checkout, you will be required to provide more personal information. As for the payment information, American Express, Visa and MasterCard credit cards are accepted as mode of payment.

Once all of these are done, you will then be directed to verification page to confirm that all information is correct before the actual submission of the purchase transaction.

What banks sell/carry American Express gift cards?

While most banks offer Visa or MasterCard gift cards, some banks offer American Express gift cards as well.

One of which is the Fifth Third Bank, which offers both MasterCard and American Express gift card. You will have to select the right kind when purchasing physically from their bank branches or online.

What stores sell American Express gift cards?

Some stores offer American Express gift cards, such as

• Simon Gift Cards
• WalMart Gift Cards

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