💳 American Express · Amex
Travel Benefits Guide 2026
Here's exactly what you get — and what you don't — when you use the American Express Green Card for travel.
This card does not include airport lounge access. Consider upgrading to a premium card or purchasing a Priority Pass membership separately.
No Global Entry or TSA PreCheck credit on this card.
If your trip is delayed by 12+ hours, you're covered for up to $300/person in expenses.
Covers: meals, lodging, toiletries, medication, personal use items
Covered reasons include inclement weather, equipment failure, lost/stolen passport, terrorist action. Same as Amex Gold — 12-hour trigger.
Must book travel with this card. Keep all receipts for reimbursement.
Not included on this card. If you need to cancel a non-refundable trip, you won't be reimbursed through this card.
Lost/stolen/damaged baggage: Up to $1,250/person
Checked bags: up to $500 | Carry-on: up to $1,250
High-risk items (jewelry, cameras, electronics) capped at $250 per person. Covers cardholder, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents under 23.
Baggage delay coverage: not included.
Global Assist Hotline (24/7) for emergency assistance coordination while 100+ miles from home. Does NOT cover evacuation or medical treatment costs — coordination assistance only.
Secondary coverage — you must file with your personal auto insurance first, then this card covers the remainder.
Coverage amount: Up to $50,000
Covers: collision damage, theft
Excludes: liability, personal injury
Eligible countries: Worldwide except Australia, Italy, New Zealand, and OFAC-sanctioned countries.
Secondary coverage — file with personal auto insurance first.
Credit card trip insurance typically doesn't cover medical emergencies abroad. For international trips, dedicated travel health insurance is recommended.
Browse travel health guides by country →✅ No foreign transaction fees — use this card internationally without paying an extra 2–3% on every purchase.
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