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Can I have two credit cards from the same bank?

Selvaraghavan Fernandes

Asked 24 Mar 2026

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I already have a American Express credit card. Can I apply for another card from the same bank? Will it affect my credit score?

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Mohit Gowda·11 Jun 2026

On the add-on card: yes, the primary cardholder is fully liable for all spends on the add-on. There is no separate credit limit or statement. So only issue it to someone you trust absolutely — spouse, parents. Not friends, not siblings you have money disputes with.

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Pushpa Chettiar·7 Mar 2026

Tip from someone who made this mistake: never max out the credit limit in the first 6 months. Banks track utilisation, and high utilisation right after approval often triggers a credit limit decrease or even an account review.

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Anil Makwana·7 May 2026

I've owned 4 cards over the last 7 years. The biggest lesson: a card that fits your spend pattern beats the 'most rewarding' card on paper. A 5% cashback card you actually use daily will give you 10x more value than a 10% card you use once a month.

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