What the Critics Are Saying...
- Rebecca Lake, MyBankTrackerBluebird by American Express and Walmart is a must-have if you’re looking for a debit card that functions like a checking account without all the added fees. Compared to other prepaid cards on the market, this one is hands-down one of the best deals around based on the cost. If we had to point out a...
- Alice Holbrook, NerdWalletThe Bluebird card, offered by American Express, is an FDIC-insured prepaid debit card with virtually no fees. It functions almost like a checking account, making it a useful substitute for consumers who don’t have a bank account. And even if you have a bank account, Bluebird’s family-friendly money...
- Jordan Blansit, SimpleMoneyLyfeBluebird® by American Express® is an FDIC-insured debit card that conveys many perks of traditional banking. Perks include AMEX Offers, money management tools, low (to no) fees, and online and in-store payment options. In other words, Bluebird® makes it easy to avoid pay-to-play alternatives and enj...
- Grant Sabatier, Bank BonusWith Bluebird by American Express, there’s plenty to like. You’ll rarely need to worry about fees, and the card mirrors most of the features of major checking accounts. Plus, you’ll get access to tempting Amex offers without having to pay credit card fees.
- BestCardsOne of the standout features from the American Express Bluebird is that there are no fees for carrying out your transactions. There is no annual, monthly, or activation fee, all mobile features can be used at no cost, withdrawals at approved ATMs are free, and cards can be used abroad or replaced fo...
Details
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Card Price | $5.00 |
| Activation Fee | $0.00 |
| Card Maintenance Fee | $0.00 |
| Minimum Load Amount | $1.00 |
| Maximum Load Amount | $100,000.00 |
| Max Balance | $100,000.00 |
| Transaction Fees | |
| Add Money | |
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Direct Deposit
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$0.00 |
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Cash Loads
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$0.00 Up to $3.95 at other participating retailers. Fee varies by retailer. |
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Card to card transfer
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$0.00 |
| Spend Money | |
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Purchase Fee
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$0.00 |
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Bill Payment
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$0.00 |
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Foreign Transaction Fee
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$0.00 |
| Get Cash | |
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ATM withdrawal fee (Domestic) - In Network
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$0.00 |
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ATM withdrawal fee (Domestic) - Out of Network
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$2.50 You may also be charged a fee by the ATM operator |
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ATM withdrawal fee (International)
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$2.50 You may also be charged a fee by the ATM operator |
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Over-the-counter cash withdrawal (Domestic)
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$9.00 Depends on the withdrawal amount:
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Over-the-counter cash withdrawal (International)
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Unknown |
| Other | |
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Balance Inquiry (at ATM)
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$0.00 Not Available |
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Inactivity
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$0.00 |
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Card replacement
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$0.00 |
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Card Replacement and Express Delivery Fee
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$20.00 |
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Monthly Paper Statements
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$0.00 Not Available |
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Custom Card Fee OR Customization
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$0.00 Not Available |
| Promotions | |
| Sign up bonus | - |
| Rewards | - |
| Features & Benefits | |
| Additional Card Holders | Yes |
| Funds Don't Expire | Yes |
| Supported Currencies | USD |
| Zero Liability | Yes |
| Fraud Protection | Yes |
| Custom Design | No |
| Wireless Payments | Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, Google Pay |
| Virtual Cards | No |
| Additional Benefits |
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| Eligibility | |
| Minimum Age | 18 |
| Temporary Residents | Yes |
| More | |
| Additional comments | - |
| Terms & Conditions | Official Terms & Conditions |
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