# American Express Rewards Checking: $300 bonus

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- Status: Limited reports
- Bonus: $300
- Requirement: $7,500 in direct deposits in 90 days
- Expires: Jul 30, 2026
- Availability: Nationwide
- Institution: American Express
- Verified: Jul 19, 2026 against americanexpress.com
- Field reports: 0

## Summary
Open an American Express Rewards Checking account and receive at least $7,500 in qualifying direct deposits within 90 days to earn a $300 cash bonus.

## Requirements
1. Open an American Express Rewards Checking account.
2. Receive qualifying direct deposits totaling at least $7,500 within 60 days.
3. Keep the account open and in good standing until the bonus is paid.

## Fine print that matters
- Offer is limited to eligible customers who received the offer.
- Bonus is paid after the qualifying direct deposit requirement is met.
- Existing or prior checking account holders may not be eligible.
- Bonus may be reported as taxable income.

## Sources
- americanexpress.com offer page <https://www.americanexpress.com/content/dam/amex/en-us/banking/online-checking/cash-bonus-terms/2026-DD-Incentive-May_300_7500.pdf> (checked Jul 19, 2026)

_This entry is reference information, not financial advice. Confirm current terms on the institution's site before you apply._