Easy Steps to Close Your American Express Credit Card.

1. Pay off all outstanding dues before initiating the closure process.

2. Redeem any reward points or cashback you have earned.

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3. Call the customer service number on the back of your card or on the American Express website.

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4. Verify your identity and share details of the credit card you wish to close.

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5. Request for the credit card closure and follow the process provided by the customer care representative.

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6. Cut up the credit card or return it to American Express, if requested.

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7. Check your credit report after the closure process to ensure it has been updated.

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8. Consider other options, such as transferring your balance or switching to a different card.

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9. Keep records of all communication and the closure process for future reference.

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10. Verify that the credit card has been closed successfully and there are no pending charges or transactions.

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