# How to refer friends to American Express cards and earn bonus points

_May 19 20:00_

Tags: Delta, Delta Air Lines, Marriott Bonvoy, American Express Membership Rewards, Delta SkyMiles, Blue Business Plus, Delta SkyMiles Gold, Marriott Bonvoy Amex, American Express, promotion

American Express cardholders can earn bonus points, miles, or hotel points by referring friends via personalized links. Offers vary by card and account, with examples including 10,000 points for Blue Business Plus and Delta Gold

> **Check before acting.** This offer was last reported 171 days ago, on May 19, 2026. Registration deadlines and bonus windows close. We do not track whether this one is still live, so check the program's own page before acting on it.

## Summary

American Express cardmembers can earn referral bonuses by sharing personalized links with friends and family. If the new applicant is approved, the referrer earns a bonus, which can be Membership Rewards points, airline miles, or hotel points. The specific bonus varies by card and account. Examples of past offers include:
- Blue Business Plus: 10,000 Membership Rewards points
- Delta SkyMiles Gold Business: 10,000 Delta SkyMiles
- Marriott Bonvoy Amex: 10,000 Marriott Bonvoy points Referral links can sometimes be used for different products than the one held. The process involves logging into the Amex app or website, navigating to the Membership tab, and selecting 'Get rewarded for referrals.' Offers rotate frequently, so users are advised to check periodically

## Why it matters

Affects 2 airline programs (Delta, Delta Air Lines). Spans 3 hotel programs (Hilton, Hilton Honors, Marriott Bonvoy). Card-issuer angle via American Express. Removal of a benefit or service — adjust plans and use any remaining value.

## Sources cited

- [The Points Guy](https://thepointsguy.com/credit-cards/refer-friends-american-express-cards) — How to refer friends to American Express cards and earn bonus points

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