• Now through April 15, 2004, Delta SkyMiles Credit Cardmembers can earn double SkyMiles when using their Card for federal income tax payments, plus one SkyMile for every eligible dollar spent when paying their state income taxes on the Card.1 Delta SkyMiles can be redeemed online at delta.com for Award Travel on Delta and its airline partners to hundreds of destinations. Visit www.americanexpress.com/deltaoffers for more details.
  
  
• From March 15, 2004, through April 15, 2004, Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Cardmembers can earn double Starpoints - up to a maximum of 5,000 bonus Starpoints - when paying federal income taxes with the Card, plus one Starpoint for every eligible dollar spent when paying their state income taxes. Starpoints can be redeemed for free nights at Starwood Hotels & Resorts, or for airline miles on major carriers at a conversion rate of one Starpoint for one mile with most airline partners. Call 1-800-AXP-1000 for more details.

Additionally, taxpayers can use any American Express Card2 as payment for federal or state taxes in one of 19 states and the District of Columbia that accept credit card payments.3

More Ways to Earn Rewards for Tax Payments
All American Express Cardmembers who are part of a rewards program have an opportunity to earn rewards for their tax payments.

Blue Cash® from American Express can deliver cash back for annual purchases - including income tax payments. The Blue Cash rebate is based on how much Cardmembers spend annually and where they spend, as well as whether they extend payment.4 Only the first $50,000 of annual Blue Cash spend are eligible for rebate.

Hilton HHonors® Platinum Credit Cardmembers can earn three Hilton HHonors bonus points when paying their taxes on the Card. Hilton HHonors points are redeemable in a variety of rewards categories, including free hotel stays, vacation packages, air travel and merchandise. 

Cardmembers enrolled in the Membership Rewards® program can earn one point for virtually every dollar spent when paying their taxes. Points are then redeemable for a wide selection of rewards that include travel and vacation packages, retail merchandise, dining and entertainment, unique experiences and more.

"When consumers can get something in return for filing taxes, tax time can become surprisingly rewarding," said Belinda Lang, vice president, Cobrand Portfolios at American Express. "American Express Cardmembers can earn valuable points, miles or cash that bring them closer to a relaxing vacation, an amazing experience or a well-deserved gift."

How to Make Payments with American Express Cards
Cardmembers can use the American Express Card to pay any balance due on their federal taxes (Form 1040); request an extension of time to file a federal income tax return (Form 4868); or pay estimated federal taxes (Form 1040-ES). To make a payment, contact the Internal Revenue Service’s payment processors:

• Official Payments Corporation®5 at 1-800-2PAY-TAX(SM), or online at www.officialpayments.com
• PAY1040.com® at 1-888-PAY-1040(SM), or online at www.PAY1040.com (Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Cardmembers can visit www.PAY1040.com/AmexStarwood to make a payment)

Depending on the state, Cardmembers can use the Card to pay for a variety of state personal and business taxes, estimated taxes or file for extensions either by phone or via the Internet. Tax rules vary by state and Cardmembers should check with Official Payments Corporation to determine which taxes can be paid with a Card.

Taxpayers who pay with their Card will be charged a convenience fee that is set and collected by the payment processors. The convenience fee is based on the amount of the tax bill.

American Express Company is a diversified worldwide travel, financial and network services company founded in 1850. It is a world leader in charge and credit cards, Travelers Cheques, travel, financial planning, business services, insurance and international banking.

1 Offer available to classic, Options, Gold and Platinum Delta SkyMiles Credit Cardmembers only. Other terms, conditions and restrictions apply. Visit www.americanexpress.com/deltaoffers for full details.

2 Excludes American Express Corporate Cards. Terms, conditions and restrictions apply.

3 Cardmembers can make state income tax payments in Alabama, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Minnesota, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Virginia and Wisconsin.

4 Terms, conditions and restrictions apply. Visit www.americanexpress.com for full details.

5 Official Payments Corporation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Tier Technologies.