AMEX not expediting new cards, at least one CSR says so

[sccredit]

I called it to try to get my BCP expedited for vacation next week, CSR (US based) stated that they are no longer expediting new accounts because of fraud concerns.  They will still expedite replacement cards when needed.  

Just one CSR's statement, take it for what its worth.

[newbiewife]

They do expedite because when I approved with my card I ask if I csn have it early so I can use it for my vacay. And that is only last week.

[lhcole77]

It took along time for me to get my Delta AMEX Gold back in June. I called and asked where it was a CSR told me "We've run out of the special plastic that we used to make the cards… When we get more in it will be sent to you."

LOL

[OhioCPA]

If by expedited Amex means sent via FedEx, I received my new card last week two days after approval. This was after the CSR asked if I needed it expedited and I said no.

[newbiewife]

Mine is UPS

[newbiewife]

Call them back, tell them u want to enjoy ur card and their benifits for ur travel.

[sccredit]

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@newbiewife wrote:
Call them back, tell them u want to enjoy ur card and their benifits for ur travel.

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I'm not stressing it.  It's not like it will be difficult to hit my $1k spend in 3 months.  Hell, I hit my Sapphire spend in a couple of weeks.  CSP will get the spend for the week on vacation.

[eddie84]

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@lhcole77 wrote:
I called and asked where it was a CSR told me "We've run out of the special plastic that we used to make the cards… When we get more in it will be sent to you."

LOL

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[Open123]

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@sccredit wrote:

I called it to try to get my BCP expedited for vacation next week, CSR (US based) stated that they are no longer expediting new accounts because of fraud concerns.  They will still expedite replacement cards when needed.  

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A Fed Ex/UPS delivery where the parcel is often left on the front door or lobby even when a signature is required is often not as reliable as a USPS delivery into your private mailbox.  

So, in this case, it makes sense.

[ryanbush]

interesting... here is an excert from an email I recieved from AMEX about 10 minutes ago:

"We are pleased to
approve your application for the Starwood Preferred Guest Credit CardSM
from American Express, and we'd like to welcome you to the benefits and
services that come with Cardmembership.

 

We are expediting the delivery of your Card, and you will receive it in 2 to 3
days. However, you can begin managing your account now by registering for
online access. When you set up your online account, you can customize your
preferences so you'll be ready to view your transaction activity, manage your
rewards and much more once you begin using your Card. If you haven't already
done so, you can go to americanexpress.com/onlineregistration
and register for online access using the Reference Number at the top of this
email. Please note that your Reference Number will only be valid for 15 days."