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Stacey D Mxo

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My elderly mother purchased me an American Express gift card unknowing that there was a monthly fee of $8.00 dollars a month

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I was so embarrassed and made ashamed the day I pulled out the American Express Gift Card that my elderly Mother purchased for me for my 52nd birthday, she gave me this card. My mother purchased the card in the beginning of the year for me.

Because its not visible and the card is wrapped in the packaging really well, t only shows $1.50 purchase price.

$20-$500 initial load. This is all in the front of the package, nothing saying that there is a monthly fee at all Serve cash Back Reloadable prepaid card.it shows nothing on the front or the back of the card

Loss:
$32
Cons:
  • Consumer knowingly deceive the people

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: Do not purchase or support this company taking advantage of consumers unknown that there will be a monthly charge on a gift card they make purchase for friends or family

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Alison R Tgf

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Scammer

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I sent two Amex gift cards to a scammer, not realizing this person was a scammer. I am not a very happy person.

Loss:
$800
Pros:
  • Good company

Preferred solution: Full refund

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Alison R Tgf

I would just my money refunded if possible. This was no part of Amex.

Nagina T

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Request to Unblock My Card and Explanation for Missed Payment

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Dear American Express Customer Service, I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to explain a situation that led to my American Express card being blocked due to an unpaid balance of $80.

Unfortunately, at the time when the payment was due, my phone was broken. As a result, I was unable to receive any calls or notifications about the outstanding balance. This situation made it impossible for me to address the payment issue promptly. I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by this delay.

Now that I am aware of the outstanding balance, I am ready and willing to pay the amount in full as soon as possible. I kindly request you to consider my situation and unblock my card.

I have always valued my relationship with American Express and am committed to maintaining a good standing with your company. Thank you for your understanding and assistance in this matter.

Pros:
  • Rewards programme
  • Customer services
  • Purchase protection
Cons:
  • Rewards redemption

Preferred solution: Apology

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Anonymous
map-marker Somerset, New Jersey

Am still waiting for my refund checks

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Received 2 American Express gift cards. Neither has worked at any place I have tried to use it.

Always declined EMBARRASSING!!! Called Amex Ex they were to refund my card balances. 3 weeks passed, no checks. Called "it was a mistake on their end" Department head will review and get back to me in 2-3 days.

Asked for the manager. Had to make an appt to talk to him. Appt time came and went.

No call back, no checks no answers. WHERE IS MY MONEY?

User's recommendation: DON'T EVER BUY THESE GIFT CARDS!!!!

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Adolfo L Cwb

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Declining

I bought a gift card from the store and I am trying to spend the money, but every time it gets declined. That's all.

Preferred solution: Aproval to use gift card

User's recommendation: Idk

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Anonymous
map-marker New York, New York

I was charged double the amount of interest for purchase this month.

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I feel that's is very unfair to increase my purchase interest after 18 yrs of being a member of this business.

What is the purpose of having the card and pay a annual fee too high.

User's recommendation: If you have this card don't use it

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Anonymous
map-marker Silver Spring, Maryland

Serve ignores my email after I provided all the information. Two months now and they tell me the same thing every time I called. Bad customer service and will never use them again

The representatives are like dealing with robots. They tell me the same thing every time I called.

No documentation and cannot help even after I sent all the documents they asked me to send. With such bad service, American Express should just use a recording because sadly they cannot resolve the issue over the phone.

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Ms M Oon

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Nonexistent and Unreliable Customer Support

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Updated by user May 23, 2024

I have not received a response to any of my complaints or my written requests that were mailed to the business. More than 4 weeks have passed. I definitely do not feel like a valued consumer.

Original review Apr 22, 2024
After being a customer of amex since 2018, I was not provided a rectification for an ongoing credit issue after applying for a new credit card and receiving an insulting credit limit. I've been misinformed by several agents, transferred back and forth by agents who do not know the depths of their job and department, and ultimately given no resolution from a customer support manager named Francis, Corporate ID 142677 who cheerfully claimed, and I quote, "it is company policy that he is not allowed to provide his last name, and there is no exception to their policy rules", of which I'm already aware that he misinformed me as well. I am prepared to cancel all 3 credit cards I have with amex since they have no intention of salvaging this business relationship.
Loss:
$10000
Cons:
  • Poor policies and procedures
  • Poor resolution management
  • Horrible customer service

Preferred solution: An appropriate credit limit, minimally 15K

User's recommendation: If you ever need help from Support, you won't get it in a timely, accurate fashion, if at all.

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Earl N Hnn

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Unauthrize charge

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American Express charged twice on wifes credit American Express Credit Card. We need to know why transaction occurred.

Preferred solution: Full refund

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Jack S Vgb

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Savings account locked

My American Express Business Savings account remains locked, Even though the Representative is Capable of helping me unlock and Gain My funds that are in my name and My posessions. They Refuse to Grant me into my hard earned money.

And offer that I did not memorize the account number.

I don't have a credit card linked to the account and the Credit Card that I used to have was over 10 years old and they said that because the credit card was so old that that was not going to go against actually getting into my business savings account. And So I repeat to them How do I get into my Business Savings and they replied with More obstacles than what an actual American Express Banker usually say's when you get locked out of your Savings account.

Loss:
$10000
Pros:
  • Save the money
Cons:
  • Cant login and bills will collect with the money still locked

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: Be Careful with what phone you use to call

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Gwen C Tup

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AMERICAN EXPRESS GIFT CARD RIP OFF!!!!

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Original review updated Jan 31, 2024

How embarrassing to give someone a gift card only for them to call you and say it's been used. I took this card directly out of the envelope it was mailed in.

I removed it from the paper that is was attached to and gave to my friend. I am not sure what the issue is, but this makes me skeptical to keep buying these cards. THESE CARDS WERE PURCHASED DIRECTLY FROM AE GIFTCARD WEBSITE. Not in the store.

I called to get a refund or replacement and that was a nightmare!

I reported this in November and we are almost in February and I am still getting the runaround. They say they mailed the replacement, but I have not received it. Each time I call they say to wait a few more days or that they are going to escalate the ticket to see if the card has been reissued. I had been a long time customer, buying these giftcards every year.

NEVER AGAIN. I just need them to replace the one that they did not put the correct amount on from the very beginning. Horrible experience!!!

No one I spoke with seemed to think they was a big deal. I asked for a manager, but they would not let me speak to one!

Loss:
$25
Pros:
  • No comment

Preferred solution: Send the replacement card as promised!!!!

User's recommendation: DO NOT BUY AMERICAN EXPRESS GIFT CARDS!!!!!!

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Earl N Hnn

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Unauthrize charge

Notify before charging card,si that the wife wilk be able ti see what ie being charged on the accountty

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Anonymous
map-marker Tucson, Arizona

Dispute

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I have had an AMEX company card(s) for over 25 years. Used it for business, international travel...

On a trip through Turkey, I made a purchase that was $17.70 USD, my statement came through as $177.00.

I disputed this of course and the charges were temporarily removed. Within 45 days I was advised they didn't have enough information, I supplied photos etc, however I couldn't provide a receipt because I was not offered one from the merchant. My bad. Long story, AMEX sided with the fraudulent merchant.

I cancelled my Amex account and all cards associated with our company account and will not ever apply for another. I would suggest to anyone who asks me, reconsider when looking at AMEX corporate credit cards

User's recommendation: Do not use AMEX

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Rhondda N

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Interest charge of $72.22 for being few hours late

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After 24 years of paying my bill on the 11th of the month, in full, every month, something went wrong with Jan 2024 bill. I caught it on the morning of 1/13/2024.

I paid it in full and paid the balance for the 2/16 bill too. Just the same you charged me 72.22 interest for the few hours I was late, and I don't know why this happened. I was sure I had paid it on the 11th. Since you will not refund me the 72 I have switched all my auto accounts to Visa.

This is no way to treat a very loyal customer of 24 years. I will not be using the Amx card in the future, but I will keep it for using FFM.

Loss:
$72
Cons:
  • Interest is outrageous

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: will not recommend

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Anonymous
map-marker Eden Prairie, Minnesota

Lost card

I was in Europe and thought I lost my card. I tried to get through on the phone but realized I had my phone turned off due to roaming charges.

I did later find my card so no issues. Thank you for checking Judy.

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