American Express Velocity Escape Plus Card (Velocity Bonus Offer)

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Velocity Frequent Flyer

Get up to 30,000 extra bonus Points*

Activate the offer below and earn up to 30,000 extra bonus Velocity Points on top of the individual card offers from participating partners.

That means you could be soaring with a total of up to 180,000 bonus Points* with an eligible personal card.

Ends in 12 days 5 hours

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How to unlock this offer*Terms and Conditions

How to unlock this offer

  1. Activate this offer by 5 March 2026* prior to card application
  2. Apply for an eligible partner credit card below by 5 March 2026*
  3. Be approved and meet the minimum spend requirements for the bonus offer of your new card*

Choose your card, find your bonus

Discover the two ways to earn Velocity Points and unlock an extra bonus from the participating personal cards below.

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Earn Velocity Points automatically on your everyday spend with American Express or a Westpac credit card.

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Turn on Auto Transfer to have your bank credit card reward points converted to Velocity Points with ANZ and NAB

  • Activate +30k extra Points
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Westpac Altitude Velocity Black Credit Card

Up to 150,000 bonus Velocity Points

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    Earn 1.2 Velocity Points per $1 on international spend, 0.8 Velocity Points on everyday spend and 0.5 Velocity Points on all other+ purchases. Once you spend $10,000 in a statement cycle, you will earn 0.25 Points per $1 on further eligiblepurchases.
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    Two complimentary single-entry Virgin Australia domestic lounge passes each year
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    Two complimentary Economy X Seat Upgrade vouchers each year (eligible for domestic flights only)
    All this and more for an annual card fee of $295, plus an annual Altitude Velocity Rewards fee of $75
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    Apply and be approved before offer is withdrawn.
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  • Activate +30k extra Points
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American Express Velocity Platinum Card

Up to 100,000 bonus Points

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    Earn up to 2.25 Points per $1 spent
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    Virgin Australia Lounge Access each time you fly domestically with Virgin Australia
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    A complimentary Virgin Australia return domestic flight each year
    All these benefits and more for an annual fee of $440.
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    Y1: 70K Pts $5K spend/3 mths. Y2: 30K Pts $1 spend/90 days. Ends 30/04/2026. New Amex Card Members only. T&Cs apply.
    View the Terms and Conditions
  • Activate +20k extra Points
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Westpac Altitude Velocity Platinum Credit Card

Up to 100,000 bonus Velocity Points

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    Earn 0.75 Velocity Points per $1 on international spend, 0.5 Velocity Points on everyday spend and 0.35 Velocity Points on all other purchases. Once you spend $5,000 in a statement cycle, you will earn 0.2 Points per $1 on further eligiblepurchases.
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    Two complimentary Economy X Seat Upgrade vouchers each year (eligible for domestic flights only).
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    Complimentary insurances for interstate and international travel, extended warranty and purchase protection for up to 4 months (terms, conditions, exclusions and eligibility criteria apply).
    $175 annual card fee plus a $75 annual Velocity Rewards Fee.
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    Apply and be approved before offer is withdrawn.
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  • Activate +10k extra Points
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ANZ Rewards Platinum card

Up to 80,000 bonus Velocity Points

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    Earn up to 1.5 ANZ Reward Points per $1 spent
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    60,000 bonus Velocity Points and $50 back to your new card if you spend $3,500 on eligible purchases and set up auto-redemption within the first 3 months from approval
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    Plus, an additional 20,000 bonus Velocity Points if you keep the card for over 15 months from activation.
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    New card. $3.5k min spend in 3 months. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs, and annual fee of $149 apply.
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  • Activate +10k extra Points
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NAB Rewards Platinum Card

Up to 90,000 bonus Velocity Points

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    Earn up to 2 NAB Rewards Points for every $1 spent
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    90,000 bonus Velocity Points if you turn on Auto Redemption, spend $4,000 on eligible purchases in the first 90 days and keep your card open for over 12 months.
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    T&Cs, eligibility criteria, fees and charges apply.
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  • Activate +10k extra Points
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NAB Rewards Signature Card

Up to 80,000 bonus Velocity Points

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    Earn up to 3 NAB Rewards Points for every $1 spent
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    80,000 bonus Velocity Points if you turn on Auto Redemption, spend $5,000 on eligible purchases in the first 90 days and keep your card open for over 12 months
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    Monthly fee of $35 reversed if you spend $5,000 or more
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    T&Cs, eligibility criteria, fees and charges apply.
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  • Activate +10k extra Points
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American Express Velocity Escape Plus Card

Earn 30,000 bonus Velocity Points

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    Earn up to 1.75 Points per $1 spent. Points threshold applies.
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    $50 statement credit with eligible Virgin Australia spend each year. Available once per redemption period. Ends 31 December 2026.
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    Complimentary domestic and international travel insurance when you use the Card to pay for your return trip. Terms, conditions and exclusions apply (such as maximum age limits, pre-existing medical conditions and cover limits).
    All these benefits and more for an annual fee of $95.
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    Min spend $3k in first 3 months. Offer ends 4 August 2026. T&Cs apply. New Amex Card Members only.
    View the Terms and Conditions

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Get the most out of your Points

Treat yourself on the ground & in the air

Your new Velocity partner credit card comes packed with Points - so whether you're going local, planning your next big adventure or wanting to treat yourself, we've got all the inspiration you need right here on how to make the most of your Velocity Points!

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Fly with Virgin Australia

Fly across Australia, the Pacific Islands and beyond with Virgin Australia.

Learn More →

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Fly with our Airline Partners

Fly to over 500 destinations worldwide with our airline partners, such as Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines and United Airlines.

Learn More →

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Your next holiday on Velocity Points

Velocity Points are not just your key to flights, you can also use them to book your next hotel, car hire or activities and tours.

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Shop your favourite brands online

Browse the range of gift cards and products on the Velocity Rewards Store or treat yourself shopping at MYER.

Explore more ways to redeem

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Not yet a Velocity Frequent Flyer?

It's free and fast to join Velocity

Join now, earn Points, Redeem tomorrow

*Membership T&Cs apply.

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The American Express Velocity Escape Plus Card

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Escape Plus with $95 annual fee

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New Card Member Offer

New Card Member Offer​

Receive 30,000 bonus Velocity Points

when you apply online by 4 August 2026, are approved, and spend $3,000 on eligible purchases on your new American Express Velocity Escape Plus Card within the first 3 months. T&Cs apply. Available to new American Express Card Members only.

Key Information

Card Type

Credit Card

Annual Fee

$95 p.a

Interest Rate

23.99% p.a.

Interest Free Period

Up to 55 days

How You Earn Velocity Points

1.75 VELOCITY POINTS on eligible purchases with Virgin Australia

1.75

VELOCITY POINTS

on eligible purchases with Virgin Australia

per $1 spent

1 VELOCITY POINT on everyday purchases except spend at government bodies in Australia where you'll get 0.5 Velocity Points

1

VELOCITY POINT

on everyday purchases except spend at government bodies in Australia where you'll get 0.5 Velocity Points

per $1 spent

After a total of 12,000 Velocity Points are earned on your Velocity Escape Plus Card Account in a calendar year, your everyday earn rate will change from 1 to 0.75 Velocity Points per $1 spent on everyday purchases.

Key Benefits

$50 Virgin Australia Statement Credit

Spend $50 or more on eligible flights on your Card with Virgin Australia and receive a $50 statement credit, once per redemption period. Enrolment required. Benefit ends 31 December 2026. Exclusions apply.

Additional Cards at No Extra Fee

Increase your ability to earn Velocity Points with up to four Additional Cards to give to family members or friends, at no extra fee

Velocity Points Earn

Your everyday expenses could be more rewarding than you think. Every time you spend on your Card, you’re maximising your Velocity Points earning potential.

All Benefits

  • Velocity RewardsEnjoy uncapped points earning potential with no limit on how many Velocity Points you can earn.
    Earn Velocity Points on every $1 spent
    Your everyday expenses can be more rewarding than you think. Every time you spend on your Card, you’re maximising your Velocity Points earning potential. By spending on your American Express Velocity Escape Plus Card you earn:

• 1.75 Velocity Points per $1 spent on eligible Virgin Australia purchases4
• 1 Velocity Point per $1 spent everywhere else, excluding the providers below4
• 0.5 Velocity Points per $1 spent at government bodies in Australia, including Australia Post and the Australian Tax Office4

After a total of 12,000 Velocity Points is earned in a calendar year, the everyday earn rate will change from 1 to 0.75 Velocity Points per $1 spent.

Earn Points to your heart’s content, with no cap to the number of Velocity Points you can earn as long as your Account is current and in good standing. With that kind of Points earning potential, it makes sense to use your American Express Velocity Escape Plus Card every time you spend.

  • Travel BenefitsExplore the top travel perks you get as a Card Member and plan your next adventure.
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    $50 Virgin Australia Statement Credit
    Spend $50 or more on eligible flights on your Card with Virgin Australia and receive a $50 statement credit5, once per redemption period. Enrolment required. Benefit ends 31 December 2026. Exclusions apply.
    Complimentary Travel Insurance
    When you travel, don’t let an accident trip you up. When you book and pay for your return trip with your American Express Velocity Escape Plus Card, you’ll get domestic and overseas Travel Insurance7.

Your complimentary Travel Insurance gives you:

• Medical Emergency Expenses Cover
• Trip Cancellation and Amendment Cover
• Personal Baggage, Valuables, Money And Documents Cover
• Personal Liability

Terms, conditions and exclusions apply (such as maximum age limits, pre-existing medical conditions, and cover limits). Please refer to the ‘Schedule of Benefits’ section of the Insurance Terms and Conditions for full details.
Redeem your Velocity Points

  • Redeem Velocity Points for domestic or international flights to over 500 destinations around the world.
  • Redeem Velocity Points for accommodation, car hire, gift cards and more.
  • Service and ProtectionProtection when you need it most. Shop with confidence.
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    Use your Card with confidence
    Wherever you are, you'll be covered by the world-class service and protection of American Express with these great benefits:
    • Card Purchase Cover7, covering eligible stolen or damaged items purchased with your Card
    • Card Refund Cover7, covering the cost of recent and unused purchases when a store refuses a return
    • Fraud Protection Guarantee8, protecting you from unauthorised charges made on your Account
    • Emergency Card replacement9, for lost or stolen Cards to virtually anywhere in the world
    • Plan It™ Instalments10 is a new feature of your Card that offers you a flexible way to pay off your Credit Card balance in equal monthly instalments, with 0% p.a. interest and a fixed monthly fee.
    • Compatibility with Apple Pay, Samsung Pay and Google Pay, helping you check-out faster

Am I Eligible?

To apply for an American Express Velocity Escape Plus Card you need to:

  • Be aged 18 years or over
  • Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold a long term visa
  • Have a good credit history and no payment defaults

Documentation

Information to have ready:

  • Australian Driver's License number (if you have one)
  • Details of your income, expenses, and debts
  • Proof of income (e.g. payslips)

Please click here to read the Key Facts Sheet for this Credit Card.

Important Information

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Applying takes less than 10 minutes, and you could receive a response within 60 seconds

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