American Express
Carta di Credito ITA Airways American Express
Carta di Credito ITA Airways American Express is an Italian co-branded travel credit card for ITA Airways flyers who want to earn Volare points on everyday purchases and ITA Airways spending, receive cashback-style value on eligible spend, and access American Express card benefits for travel and shopping.
Highlights
Main benefits
- Co-branded ITA Airways American Express credit card for Italy
- Earn Volare points on eligible everyday purchases
- Earn 1 Volare point per €1 spent on eligible card purchases
- Earn 1.5 Volare points per €1 spent on eligible ITA Airways ticketing and services
- 50% cashback on eligible spending during the active Spend & Reward campaign
- Cashback credited directly to the card account
- Useful for ITA Airways flyers and Volare members
- Good entry-level airline rewards card
- Access to American Express offers and services
- Can be used for travel, shopping, and everyday spending
- Combines airline rewards with cashback-style value
- Suitable for users who prefer travel rewards over simple cashback
Fees
Fees and charges
Joining fee
Not specified
Renewal fee
€6.50/month
Annual fee waiver
No standard annual fee waiver
Monthly card fee applies after approval
Who can apply
Eligibility
- Applicant should be an adult resident eligible to apply in Italy
- Applicant should have a valid Italian bank account accepted by American Express Italy
- Applicant should be eligible to join or hold an ITA Airways Volare account
- Applicant should meet American Express income and credit assessment requirements
- Application approval depends on American Express review
Checklist
Documents required
- Valid official identity document
- Italian tax code or fiscal code
- Proof of address
- Bank account details or IBAN
- Income or employment information
- Volare membership details
- Additional documents requested during application review
Process
How to apply
1. Visit the American Express Italy website or the ITA Airways Volare American Express card page
2. Open the Carta di Credito ITA Airways American Express page
3. Select the apply option
4. Enter personal, contact, and financial details
5. Provide bank account details and required documents
6. Enter or create the ITA Airways Volare membership details
7. Review the card fee, Volare points earning, cashback, and travel benefits
8. Submit the online application
9. Complete any identity or document verification requested by American Express
10. Activate the card after approval and delivery
Value
Reward and cashback structure
Reward rate
1 Volare point per €1 spent on eligible card purchases
1.5 Volare points per €1 spent on eligible ITA Airways ticketing and services
0.50% cashback on eligible spending during the active Spend & Reward campaign
Cashback
50% cashback on eligible spending during the active Spend & Reward campaign
Cashback is credited directly to the card account
Cashback value is designed to complement Volare points earning
Good fit
Pros
- Good airline rewards card for ITA Airways travellers
- Earns Volare points on everyday spending
- Higher earning rate on eligible ITA Airways spending
- Includes cashback-style value during active campaign periods
- Useful for Volare members in Italy
- Access to American Express offers and services
- Good for users who prefer travel rewards
- Can add value on both shopping and travel purchases
- Entry-level alternative to the ITA Airways Oro American Express card
Watchouts
Cons
- Monthly fee applies
- American Express acceptance is lower than Visa and Mastercard in some places
- No standard complimentary airport lounge access
- Best value is strongest for ITA Airways and Volare users
- Not ideal for users who want a simple flat cashback card
- Foreign currency spending can involve additional fees
- Travel rewards are less flexible than general cashback
- Less premium than Carta di Credito ITA Airways Oro American Express
Related
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Confronta carte
| Field | Carta di Credito ITA Airways American Express | Carta Oro Business American Express |
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| Bank/provider | American Express | American Express |
| Quota iniziale | Not specified | €0 first-year fee |
| Quota di rinnovo | €6.50/month | €17/month from the second year |
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| Esenzione supplemento carburante | Not available | Not available |
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| Link per la richiesta | Richiedi ora | Richiedi ora |