Sell Amex Membership Rewards Points for Cash

Reviewed by Joseph Hellman-Benjamin, Founder and CEO. Last reviewed: October 13, 2026. Editorial Policy

Can you sell Amex Membership Rewards points?

Yes, we buy Membership Rewards points in balances of 50,000 or more. The program terms say you can’t sell your points, and American Express can remove points or cancel the card account. American Express pays about 0.6 cents a point as a statement credit, so compare our written price with that. We pay by PayPal, usually within 15 minutes of your transfer.

Key facts (checked October 13, 2026)

Amex rule: points may not be sold; points removed or card account canceled
Expiry: none while the card account is open
Amex cash rate: about 0.6 cents a point as a statement credit
Transfer partners: 20 (16 airlines, 4 hotels)
Travel value: 2.0 cents a point (The Points Guy, October 2026)
Our terms: 50,000 minimum; written price by email; you transfer first; PayPal, usually within 15 minutes

To see what your Membership Rewards points are worth next to other bank points, try our credit card points value calculator.

Before you sell: know the risk

Selling Membership Rewards points is against the Membership Rewards program terms. The terms say you can’t sell your points, and American Express can take points away or cancel your card account, which forfeits the points. We cannot promise how American Express will respond to a sale.

Read the full guide: Selling Miles and Points: Risks, Rules, and How It Works.

Price guarantee: the price per point we agree with you in writing by email is the price we pay once your points transfer is complete.

Not sure what your points are worth? See how much Amex points are worth.

Also holding Chase points? See how to sell Chase Ultimate Rewards points.

What’s the procedure for selling American Express Membership Rewards points in 2026?

1. Submit for a Quote: Use our secure form to tell us your balance. Whether it’s from a Business Platinum, Gold, or Centurion card, we handle all Membership Rewards® tiers.
2. Confirm by Email: We confirm your balance and the transfer steps by email.
3. Get Paid: You transfer the points, and we pay by PayPal once we confirm the transfer. Most customers are paid within 15 minutes of completing the transfer.

Why Amex Cardholders Sell Amex Points to The Points King

Amex is the “Gold Standard” of rewards, but they are also the most protective. You need a broker who understands the nuances of the Membership Rewards® ecosystem to ensure a safe, smooth transaction.

Written prices: Amex points are transferable to many airlines and hotels, which keeps demand for them steady. Your price comes in writing before you transfer anything.
In business since 2017: More than 1,000 customers since 2017.
Speed of Business: We know you value your time. Most customers are paid within 15 minutes of completing the transfer.

Before you sell, compare the alternatives: Amex transfer partners for travel, and Amex points vs. cash back for what American Express pays directly. If you hold both banks’ points, see Amex points vs. Chase points. Other programs are on the sell points page.

What Are Your Amex Points Worth Today?

Market rates for Membership Rewards® fluctuate based on global travel demand, but as a "Power User," you can expect significantly higher returns than what Amex offers in their portal.

We do not publish a rate, because it moves with demand and with the size of the balance. Tell us how many points you have and we email you a price in writing; the price we agree is the price we pay. For context, The Points Guy values Amex Membership Rewards points at 2.0 cents each for travel (October 2026), and a cash offer from any broker will be lower than that.

American Express itself pays about 0.6 cents a point as a statement credit, so compare our written offer with that before you decide.

Which Amex Points Can You Sell?

Membership Rewards points are earned on eligible American Express cards, including the Platinum Card, the Gold Card and the Green Card, and their business versions. Card names and earning rates change, so check American Express’s Membership Rewards page for the current details. If you hold a Centurion card, read about selling your Centurion Black Card points here.

Sell your American Express Membership Rewards points today!

A Note from the Founder

Since 2017, I’ve seen “fly-by-night” sites offer “too good to be true” rates only to disappear. We aren’t just a website; we are a long-term partner for high-net-worth individuals and business owners.