FAQs
How do I contact American Express if I have any additional questions about my Personal Loan? We are here for you. You can contact our Support & Help Center via online chat by logging into your American Express online account or by calling us at 1-844-273-1384, Monday through Friday, 9:00 am – 8:00 pm EST.
Can you pay off an Amex personal loan early? ›
Yes, you can pay off American Express personal loans early, which is a smart idea because it will save you money on interest.
How long does Amex take to approve a personal loan? ›
American Express can approve personal loan applications the same day or next day. Once approved, it usually takes three to five days to receive your funds.
How do I check my personal loan account? ›
Offline. You can visit the nearest branch of the bank from whom you availed the personal loan to get your personal loan statement. Make sure you carry all the relevant documents with you to the bank. A representative from the bank will help you with the process and will provide you with your personal loan statement.
Does Amex personal loan affect credit score? ›
Payments: The biggest factor in how an American Express personal loan affects your credit score is whether you pay on time. If you make on-time payments, your score should steadily increase as a result.
Does Amex do a hard pull for a personal loan? ›
You can apply for a personal loan if you receive a pre-approval from American Express, which has no impact on your credit score. However, if you later accept the loan and are approved, your credit score may be impacted by a hard inquiry.
Can I use Amex personal loan to pay off credit card debt? ›
American Express Personal Loans can be used to pay down or consolidate credit card balances on cards issued only by eligible U.S. banks; they cannot be used to pay down or consolidate balances on American Express-issued cards.
Can you borrow cash from Amex? ›
Unlike using a debit card to withdraw money you already have in a bank account or making a purchase with your credit card, a cash advance is a short-term loan that you take against your credit card. An American Express cash advance is easy to access — you'll simply need to find an ATM after enrolling.
Will my credit score drop if I pay off a personal loan? ›
Paying off an installment loan entirely can affect your credit score because of factors like your total debt, credit mix and payment history. The benefits to paying off a personal loan include reducing your debt-to-income (DTI) ratio and saving on interest over the course of the loan.
What is a good APR for a personal loan? ›
How do you know if the interest rate you're offered is good for you? A good personal loan interest rate depends on your credit score: 740 and above: Below 8% (look for loans for excellent credit) 670 to 739: Around 14% (look for loans for good credit)
Pros of Paying Off a Personal Loan Early
With loan payments out of the way, you free up money to pad your monthly budget. You may have more funds to direct to another financial goal, such as investing, saving for a down payment or just having more "fun money," Nitzsche says.
Can I have two Amex loans? ›
You may not have more than two active Personal Loans and/or American Express Business Loans at any given time.
Does Amex do a hard pull for approval? ›
Unlike many other lenders, American Express will make a decision on your application with a soft credit pull. With the no credit check application process, a hard credit check will only happen once you are approved and decide to accept the card, so you can see if you're approved with no risk to your score.
How do I know if Amex will approve me? ›
Upon applying for a chosen Card, a soft inquiry will be made on an applicant's credit report and applicants will be told with 100% certainty if they are approved – without any impact to their credit score.
Does a personal loan go into your account? ›
Personal loans generally have fast approval times and payment times, making them useful for emergencies or other situations where you need money quickly. Some personal loan lenders can deposit the loan proceeds to your bank account as soon as the next business day.
How do I pay my personal loan? ›
Redirect those savings towards your loan payments to speed up the repayment process. Explore refinancing or balance transfer options: If you have a personal loan with a high interest rate, consider refinancing with a different lender that offers a lower rate.
How do I find my credit card loan account number? ›
You can find your LAN using various methods. You can check it by examining your loan statement, logging in to the lender's website or app, checking your credit report, contacting the lender's customer service or visiting the lender's branch.