Amazon points do not expire as long as the Amazon credit card account is open and in good standing. The only time Amazon points expire is when you or Amazon closes the account without first redeeming unused rewards
Even though Amazon points expire only in these select situations, it's still a good idea to redeem your earnings on a regular basis. The whole point of rewards points and miles is to actually enjoy them, for one thing. Plus, the longer you wait, the more vulnerable you are to point devaluation.
Finally, if you're shopping for a new credit card and rewards expiration is a factor in your decision, the following table comparing Amazon Points to notable competitors should help.
Amazon Points Expiration vs. The Competition
| Rewards Program | Expiration Policy |
| Amazon.com Rewards | Points do not expire |
| eBay Rewards | Points expire after 24 months |
| Walmart Rewards | Points do not expire |
| Target Circle Rewards | Rewards expire after 12 months |
| Costco Rewards | Rewards certificate expire on 12/31 of the year of issuance |
Target and Costco provide rewards in the form of cash back.
This answer was first published on 11/19/20. For the most current information about a financial product, you should always check and confirm accuracy with the offering financial institution. Editorial and user-generated content is not provided, reviewed or endorsed by any company.
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