Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card
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This high-end American Express card may not be for the casual traveler, but if you stay at Marriott Bonvoy hotels at least a few times per year it could be worth the cost. Included with the $450 annual fee are some exceptional perks that can save you money, such as airport lounge access, enrollment in Gold Elite status, and an annual $300 Marriott Bonvoy hotel credit.
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Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card
Highlights & Features
Rewards
- 6X Marriott Bonvoy Bonus points per dollar for eligible purchases charged on your Card directly with participating Marriott Bonvoy hotels
- 6X Marriott Bonvoy points per dollar at U.S. supermarkets on up to $7,500 in eligible purchases (through July 2020)
- 3X Marriott Bonvoy points per dollar:
- At U.S. restaurants
- On flights booked directly with airlines
- 2X Marriott Bonvoy points per dollar spent on all other purchases
INTRODUCTORY BONUS
75,000 bonus points for spending $3,000 in the first 3 monthsBONUS RESTRICTIONS
Welcome bonus is not available for applicants who:
- Have or have had this card, or the Starwood Preferred Guest Luxury Card
- Have or have had the Ritz-Carlton Rewards Credit Card in the past 30 days
- Have acquired any of the following cards in the past 90 days:
- Have received a welcome bonus or upgrade offer for any of the following cards in the past 24 months:
Balance Transfers
A balance transfer is a way to move credit card debt from one credit card to another with the goal of saving money on interest.
| Intro Balance Transfer APR | N/A |
| Regular Balance Transfer APR | N/A |
| Balance Transfer Fee | N/A |
Fees
| Penalty APR | 29.24% Variable |
| Late Fee | Up to $40 |
| Returned Payment Fee | Up to $40 |
| Additional Cards Annual Fee | N/A |
| Foreign Transaction Fee | None |
Cash Advances
Borrowing cash on your credit card is a cash advance. Cash advances usually come with very high fees. Even worse, cash advances can signal to lenders that you’re being irresponsible with money.
| Cash Advance APR | 25.24% Variable |
| Cash Advance Fee | 5%, $10 minimum |
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card
Highlights
- 6X points per dollar at Marriott Bonvoy hotels
- 3X points per dollar at U.S. restaurants and on flights booked directly with airlines
- 2X points per dollar spent on all other purchases
- 75,000 bonus points for spending $3,000 in the first 3 months after account opening
- $300 Marriott Bonvoy annual statement credit
- Purchases at U.S. restaurants will now qualify toward the $300 Marriott Bonvoy Statement Credit (6/1/20 through 8/31/20).
- Free Night Award every year after your card anniversary
- Complimentary Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite status, Platinum Elite status after spending $75,000 per year
- Priority Pass Select membership
- Fee credit for Global Entry or TSA Pre✓ application
- $450 annual fee
ABOUT THE ISSUER
American Express
American Express has several card types depending on your needs.
Manage your Account & Pay your Bill
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Credit card issuer's websiteDue to the impact of COVID-19, for eligible card accounts approved from 12/1/19 through 5/31/20, the period to make eligible purchases to earn the welcome bonus will be extended for an additional three months.
Insider tip
This card was formerly called the Starwood Preferred Guest® Luxury Card.
The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card is a premium travel card, coming with a $450 annual fee.
It provides 6X Marriott Bonvoy Bonus points per dollar for eligible purchases charged on your Card directly with participating Marriott Bonvoy properties in addition to the 12.5X Base points you’ll earn for your Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite status. It also earn 3X points on airfare and at restaurants. Other purchases earn 2X points.
This card has quite a few valuable benefits, with some of the best being:
- $300 Marriott Bonvoy annual statement credit and purchases at U.S. restaurants will now qualify toward earning this credit (6/1/20 through 8/31/20)
- Complimentary Priority Pass Select membership (excludes non-lounge experiences)
- Free Night Award every year after your account anniversary
- Complimentary Marriott Gold Elite status
The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant card has no foreign transaction fees.
