American Express
American Express Green France
American Express Green France is an entry-level rewards card for users who want to earn Membership Rewards points on eligible everyday purchases. It is suitable for shoppers and travellers who prefer flexible points, partner offers, and American Express service without choosing a higher-fee premium card.
Highlights
Main benefits
- Earn Membership Rewards points on eligible purchases
- 1 Membership Rewards point per €1 spent on eligible purchases
- Lower annual fee than American Express Gold France
- Flexible points redemption options
- Useful for shopping, travel, gift cards, and partner rewards
- First-year fee may be waived for eligible new cardholders
- Access to American Express offers and partner promotions
- Good entry-level American Express card for France
- Premium customer service experience from American Express
- Suitable for users who prefer rewards points over direct cashback
Fees
Fees and charges
Joining fee
€0 first-year fee
Renewal fee
€95/year from the second year
Annual fee waiver
First-year fee may be waived for eligible new cardholders
No standard ongoing annual fee waiver
Who can apply
Eligibility
- Applicant should be an adult resident eligible to apply in France
- Applicant should have a valid bank account accepted by American Express France
- Applicant should meet American Express income and credit assessment requirements
- Applicant should provide accurate personal, financial, and contact information
- Application approval depends on American Express review
Checklist
Documents required
- Valid official identity document
- Proof of address
- Bank account details or RIB
- Income or employment information
- Additional documents requested during application review
Process
How to apply
1. Visit the American Express France website
2. Open the American Express Green card page
3. Select the apply option
4. Enter personal, contact, and financial details
5. Provide bank account details and required documents
6. Review the card fee, rewards, and benefits
7. Submit the online application
8. Complete any identity or document verification requested by American Express
9. Activate the card after approval and delivery
Value
Reward and cashback structure
Reward rate
1 Membership Rewards point per €1 spent on eligible purchases
Points can be redeemed for travel, shopping, gift cards, statement credit, and partner rewards
Additional American Express offers may provide extra value
Cashback
No direct fixed cashback rate
Points can be redeemed for statement credit or rewards depending on redemption option
Best value usually comes from Membership Rewards and partner redemptions
Good fit
Pros
- Good entry-level rewards card in France
- Lower annual fee than premium American Express cards
- Earns Membership Rewards points on eligible purchases
- Flexible redemption options
- Useful for shopping and travel-related rewards
- First-year fee offer improves starting value
- Access to American Express partner offers
- Premium American Express customer service experience
- Better rewards potential than many basic bank cards
Watchouts
Cons
- Annual fee applies from the second year
- No direct fixed cashback rate
- American Express acceptance is lower than Visa and Mastercard in some places
- No standard complimentary lounge access
- Best value depends on how points are redeemed
- Not ideal for users who want a free card forever
- Foreign currency spending can involve additional fees
- Fewer premium travel benefits than American Express Gold or Platinum
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| Field | American Express Green France | BoursoBank Metal Visa |
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| Bank/provider | American Express | BoursoBank |
| Joining fee | €0 first-year fee |
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| Renewal fee | €95/year from the second year |
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| Fuel surcharge waiver | Not available | No specific fuel surcharge waiver publicly highlighted |
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| Apply link | Apply Now | Apply Now |