Select your desired travel partner and enter the total points needed for the transfer.

Alternatively, call the number on the back of your card and request a "Points Top Up". Indirect Ways to "Buy" Points

: Points must be purchased in 100-point increments.

If your balance is insufficient, Amex will offer a "Point Top Up" to cover the difference.

: The most cost-effective way to get large amounts of points is by applying for a new card. For example, the Amex Platinum often offers bonuses of 100,000+ points after meeting spend requirements.

You can only purchase points when you are in the process of transferring them to a travel partner (airline or hotel) and are short of the required amount.