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Flying Blue milesUpdated 27 February 2026

Flying Blue Gold Card

by American Express

Monthly fee
€16.50
Foreign fees
2.5%
Insurance
Included
Network
amex
Flying Blue Gold Card credit card
Best for:KLM RegularMilesTravel

Mid-tier Flying Blue card with 1 mile per €1 spend. Includes 30 XP points and 5,000 welcome miles. Good for regular KLM travelers.

Rates last verified: 27 February 2026

The verdict

What we like

  • +1 mile per €1 (1.5 miles at KLM/AF)
  • +5,000 welcome miles
  • +30 XP points toward elite status
  • +Basic travel insurance

What to consider

  • -€198/year annual fee
  • -2.5% foreign transaction fee
  • -Limited Amex acceptance
  • -XP points expire if not flying

Financial details

Monthly fee€16.50
Foreign transaction fee2.5%
Credit limit€3,000+
Interest-free period54 days
Late payment fee€15

Banking features

Card networkamex
Daily ATM withdrawal limit€500
ATM fees€4 per withdrawal
Contactless paymentsSupported
Apple PaySupported
Google PaySupported
Choose your PINYes
Max cards per account2
Free replacement cardNo

Insurance coverage

Purchase protectionIncluded
Purchase protection deductible€50
Travel insuranceIncluded
Flight delay insuranceNot included
Baggage insuranceNot included
Car rental insuranceNot included
Cancellation insuranceNot included
Medical insuranceNot included
Legal assistanceNot included
Fraud protectionIncluded
24h helplineAvailable

Requirements

Minimum net income€1,667/month
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

1

Gather your documents

Have your BSN number, valid ID or passport, proof of Dutch address, and proof of income (min. €1,667/month) ready.

2

Start the application

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

3

Identity verification

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

4

Receive your card

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

Monthly fee
€16.50/mo

You'll need your BSN and proof of income

Quick facts

Provider
American Express
Rewards
Flying Blue miles
Tap to pay
Contactless ready
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