Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card Review

Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card is a rewards credit card issued by American Express National Bank. If you're wondering whether Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card is the right card for you, read on. This is everything you need to know to make a good choice.

• Up to a rewards rate of up to 2x.
• Signup bonus. Offers a signup bonus of $100 if you spend $1000 within 3 months.
• Signup bonus. Offers a signup bonus of 35000 points after spending $1,000 within 3 months that can be redeemed for travel, gifts, or other perks.
• High APRs. This is not a great card for people who carry a balance. It has a variable purchase APR that ranges from 17.24% up to 26.24%.
• 3% Balance transfer fee. Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card charges a fee of up to 3% on balance transfers. For example, a balance of $1,000 could cost up to $30 in transfer fees. The minimum fee is $5.
• $0 foreign transaction fee. This card does not charge foreign transaction fees, which makes a great credit card to carry with you when traveling abroad.
• Multiple credit card benefits. Includes generous credit card perks, such as rental insurance, emergency support, extended warranty protection on purchases, purchase protection, travel accident insurance, travel assistance, and fraud protection.
• Good or better credit required. You should probably try with another card if your credit score is below 700.

The Good

The Bad

No foreign transaction fees. New customers have a limited time bonus offer for 5,000 Medallion Qualification Miles, along with 35,000 bonus miles and a $100 statement credit. First checked bag is free. Multiple credit card perks. No foreign transaction fee. Earn rewards on every purchase. Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card reports to multiple credit bureaus. Cardholders can earn rewards on their purchases. Offers auto rental collision damage waiver. Extended warranty on purchases. Travel accident and travel assistance insurance.

The annual fee will increase to $250 for applications received on or after 1/30/2020. Higher than average purchase APRs. Requires good to excellent credit. Charges an annual fee of up to $195. Charges a 3% balance transfer fee

Is there a Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card cash back or rewards program?

Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card offers a rewards program to its customers.

Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card Rewards

Rewards rate (all purchases)	1%
Max rewards rate	2%
Annual rewards limit	N/A
Signup Bonus ($)	$100
Signup Bonus (Points/Miles)	35000
Signup Bonus Spend Requirement	$1000
Signup Bonus Spend Period (months)	3 months
Annual Loyalty Bonus (Points/Miles)	10000
Annual Loyalty Bonus Spend Requirement	$25000

What are the Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card benefits?

Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card provides the following benefits:

• Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver
• Emergency Support
• Extended Warranty Protection
• Zero fraud liability
• Travel Accident Insurance
• No blackout dates when redeeming miles
• Travel Assistance
• ID Theft Protection
• Reports to major credit bureaus

What are the relevant APRs for Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card?

According to the Federal Reserve Board, the average interest rate is 15% for all credit cards and 17% for accounts that carry a balance. Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card has higher than average purchase APRs.

Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card has a variable purchase APR that ranges from 17.24% up to 26.24%. The card has a variable balance transfer APR that ranges from 17.24% up to 26.24%. The card has a variable cash advance APR of up to 26.74%.

Note that late payments are subject to an APR of 29.99% if you are late or miss your payments. Typically, the penalty APR applies for a minimum of six months but can go on indefinitely.

What are the Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card fees?

The following fees apply to Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card:

• There is no overlimit fee

Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card Fees

Fees	Amount
Annual Fee	up to $195
Overlimit Fee	$0
Foreign Transaction Fee	0%
Balance Transfer Fee	3%
Minimum Balance Transfer Fee	$5
Returned Payment Fee	up to $39
Late Payment Fee	up to $39

Does Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card report your account activity to credit bureaus?

Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card reports your account activity to the following credit reporting agencies:

• Equifax
• Experian
• Transunion

Making regular on-time payments to a creditor that reports to one or more credit bureaus will demonstrate your financial responsibility and can help improve your credit score.

How to apply for Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card

• Visit the Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Card website.
• Fill in the application form. You will typically need to provide general financial information, such as your Social Security Number, address, and annual income.
• Check the information is accurate and submit your application.
• If you're denied click here to find out why your application may have been rejected and what you can do about it.

If your credit score is preventing you from qualifying for this credit card, check out our guide for the best credit cards for bad credit.