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Updated 27 February 2026

Amex Blue Card

Monthly fee
€3.00
Foreign fees
2.5%
Insurance
Included
Network
amex

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Amex Blue Card credit card
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Entry-level American Express card with basic insurance. 54 interest-free days and both Apple Pay and Google Pay support. Good starting point for Amex.

Rates last verified: 27 February 2026

The verdict

What we like

  • 54 interest-free days
  • Apple Pay and Google Pay
  • Basic insurance included
  • Lower fee than Green Card

What to consider

  • 2.5% foreign transaction fee
  • No rewards program
  • Limited Amex acceptance in NL
  • Basic coverage only

Financial details

Monthly fee€3.00
Foreign transaction fee2.5%
Credit limit€1,000+
Interest-free period54 days

Banking features

Card networkamex
ATM feesNot specified
Contactless paymentsSupported
Apple PaySupported
Google PaySupported
Choose your PINYes
Max cards per account1
Free replacement cardNo

Insurance coverage

Purchase protectionIncluded
Travel insuranceNot included
Flight delay insuranceNot included
Baggage insuranceNot included
Car rental insuranceNot included
Cancellation insuranceNot included
Medical insuranceNot included
Legal assistanceNot included
Fraud protectionIncluded
24h helplineNot available

Requirements

BKR credit checkNot required
Delivery time7 business days

You will typically need: Dutch address, BSN number, valid ID/passport, and proof of income (payslip or employment contract).

How to apply

01

Gather your documents

Have your BSN number, valid ID or passport, proof of Dutch address, and proof of income ready.

02

Start the application

Visit American Express's website and fill in the online application form. This typically takes 5–10 minutes.

03

Identity verification

Your identity will be verified. No BKR credit check is needed for this card.

04

Receive your card

Your card will arrive within 7 business days by post. Activate it online or via the app.

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Monthly fee
€3.00/mo

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You'll need your BSN and proof of income

Quick facts

Provider
American Express
Tap to pay
Contactless ready
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