AMERICAN EXPRESS SERVICES EUROPE LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
97Excellent
2.0vs last year
#309 in UK
#8 in Travel And Transportation
#141 in London

Company Information

Company Number
01833139
Registered Address
Belgrave House, 76 Buckingham Palace Road, London, SW1W 9AX
Status
Active
Employee Count
4,125
Turnover
£1,694,457,000
EBITDA
£170,084,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
16 July 1984
Nature of Business
82990 - Other business support service activities not elsewhere classified
Industries
Travel And Transportation
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
7 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
93%
31-60 Days
6%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms1%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-07-24
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202524 Jul 2025793%6%1%1%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202422 Jul 2024198%1%1%1%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202311 Jan 2024298%1%1%1%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202304 Aug 2023198%1%1%1%
01 Jun 2022 - 31 Dec 202209 Jan 2023298%2%1%1%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202215 Jul 2022396%3%1%1%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202113 Jan 2022297%2%1%1%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202112 Jul 2021297%2%1%1%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201928 Jan 2020297%2%0%0%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

American Express’ standard contract length is 3 years with standard payment days of 60 after receipt of a correct, undisputed, timely provided and properly due VAT invoice. In many instances we raise purchase orders with suppliers and again the standard payment days is 60

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

For suppliers where we sign contracts (not purchase orders) Amex has a range of payment tool options that can allow suppliers to be paid faster than the standard 60 days

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

The process for resolving potential disputes is explicitly set out in all contracts that American Express enters into with its Suppliers. If there are any disputes / issues around payments or invoices, the first action is for Supplier to get in touch with their contact in American Express. In the event an issue cannot be resolved, then the American Express Procurement team will review the matter and work with the Supplier to identify a solution. In addition, Suppliers are able to contact the Vendor Payables team in order to check the status of their invoice(s) in the payments cycle

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

American Express Services Europe Limited is a subsidiary of American Express, a global financial services company. The company is headquartered in London, United Kingdom and provides a wide range of financial products and services to its customers.

The company's sustainability program focuses on reducing its environmental impact through various initiatives such as energy and water conservation, waste reduction, and promoting sustainable practices among its employees and suppliers. They also aim to support communities through charitable donations and volunteering programs.

The products and services offered by American Express Services Europe Limited include credit cards, charge cards, and travel services. Their credit cards offer various benefits such as reward points, cashback, and travel insurance. They also provide corporate cards and business travel services to help companies manage their expenses efficiently.

The key people at American Express Services Europe Limited include Colin O'Flaherty, the President and Managing Director, and Lisa Gregg, the Chief Marketing Officer. They are supported by a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing quality services to their customers.

For more information, customers can visit the company's website at www.americanexpress.com/uk or contact them at their registered office address: 1 John Street, Brighton BN88 1NH, United Kingdom. American Express Services Europe Limited is committed to providing excellent customer service and helping individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals while also promoting sustainability and giving back to the community.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£370,458,000
Net Worth
£1,150,776,000
Total Current Assets
£2,134,443,000
Total Current Liabilities
£1,051,519,000

Company Location