Balance Transfer on AmEx

Just a quick question about balance transfer.

I'm about to apply for AMEX card a do balance transfer but the card I want to "pay off" currently has no money owing.

If I request for example $4k balance transfer will the other have +$4k on it or the transfer will not happen?

Thanks

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  • It will happen.

    +$4K

    I have an unpublished Platinum Edge referral if you need it :)

  • Thanks and sorry already using friends one

  • 1% transfer fee. Maximum $10k transfer.
    And yes, it works.

  • Yes, it will work the way you propose. There's no way amex can know what the balance is on your existing card, the BT is just treated as a payment to your card like any other.

    A warning: If you're planning on withdrawing the 4k as cash from the CC that is now in the black, then first check with your CC company as they may still charge you a withdrawal/cash advance fee, even though it's not really a cash advance. Have read stories here from other ozb'ers who have had to jump through hoops to get access to their money (and on the flip side, have read other stories where it's been free and simple without any fee).

    PS: I have an unpublished Amex Essentials referral code for anyone that wants it but doesn't want to risk using the wiki, PM me!

    • I'm going OS next week so I will be using the card for purchases not for cash advance.
      I just wanted to take advantage of no AF on Platinum EDGE before it runs out.

      • The Platinum Edge is for new card members only. I'm a supplementary card holder on hubby's account. Does it count?

        • You'll still qualify.

          I have the Qantas discovery card (primary owner) and still got the 1st year annual fee waived for platinum edge. So did a lot of ppl. You'll be fine!

          pm if you want my referral link! =D

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