AMERICAN EXPRESS* — American Express Bank Charge Explained

AMERICAN EXPRESS* on your bank statement may relate to American Express, which is listed in the Financial Services category. American Express (Amex) is a financial services company offering credit and charge cards. Charges appear on bank statements for card annual membership fees, late payment charges, or balance transfers.

What Is the AMERICAN EXPRESS* Charge?

AMERICAN EXPRESS* may relate to American Express, which is listed in the Financial Services category.

American Express (Amex) is a financial services company offering credit and charge cards. Charges appear on bank statements for card annual membership fees, late payment charges, or balance transfers. If you see this on a non-Amex account, it may be an Amex card repayment or fee.

AMERICAN EXPRESS* is how this charge may appear on your bank or card statement.

How Do I Cancel a AMERICAN EXPRESS* Charge?

  1. Identify the charge: Confirm the charge is from American Express by checking your email for a receipt or logging into your account on their website.
  2. Cancel a recurring payment: If this is a recurring payment you no longer want, log in to your American Express account and cancel it in your account settings before the next billing date.
  3. Contact the merchant: If you recognise the merchant but have a question about the charge, contact American Express directly using the details on this page.
  4. Contact your bank: If the merchant does not resolve the issue, contact your bank or card issuer using the number on the back of your card. They can explain what options may be available and what information they need.

What Other Names Does American Express Use on Bank Statements?

American Express may also appear on your statement as:

Frequently Asked Questions About AMERICAN EXPRESS*

What is AMERICAN EXPRESS* on my bank statement?

AMERICAN EXPRESS* is a bank statement transaction code that may relate to American Express, which is listed in the Financial Services category. American Express (Amex) is a financial services company offering credit and charge cards. Charges appear on bank statements for card annual membership fees, late payment charges, or balance transfers. If you see this on a non-Amex account, it may be an Amex card repayment or fee. This descriptor appears because banks display a shortened payment code instead of the full company name.

Why is AMERICAN EXPRESS* on my bank statement?

AMERICAN EXPRESS* is how this charge may appear on your bank or card statement.

How do I cancel AMERICAN EXPRESS*?

If this is a recurring payment you no longer want, log in to your American Express account and cancel it in your account settings before the next billing date. If you recognise the merchant but have a question about the charge, contact American Express directly using the details on this page. If you do not recognise this entry, contact your bank or card issuer and ask them to confirm the transaction and merchant details. Only you and your bank can confirm whether a payment was authorised.

For more information about American Express and all its known transaction codes, visit the American Express merchant page.