Monthly Credits: Reset Dates and Rules

Use this list to check recurring credits before the month ends. A yearly headline does not let you spend twelve monthly allowances at once.

By Chris Ollie · Terms checked · U.S. consumer cards

Credit schedule

BenefitAllowanceResetSetup
Amex Platinum Uber Cash$15 monthly; $35 in DecemberEach calendar monthAdd eligible Platinum to Uber; select an Amex card at checkout
Amex Platinum Digital Entertainment CreditUp to $25 monthly; $300 per yearEach calendar monthEnroll through Amex; pay eligible providers directly
Amex Gold Uber Cash$10 monthly; $120 per yearEach calendar monthAdd Gold to Uber; select an Amex card at checkout
Amex Gold Dining CreditUp to $10 monthly; $120 per yearEach calendar monthEnroll through Amex
Amex Gold Dunkin’ CreditUp to $7 monthly; $84 per yearEach calendar monthEnroll through Amex
Chase Sapphire Reserve DoorDash BenefitsOne $15 promo plus two $10 non-restaurant promos monthlyEach calendar monthActivate eligible consumer Reserve DashPass; pay with the enrolled card

Build the right reminder routine

Start the month by checking wallet cash and active subscriptions. Before placing an order, compare the final cost and apply the right promotion. At month-end, record credits received and unused allowances; do not buy something unnecessary merely to report perfect utilization.

Follow the linked guide for qualifying purchases, exclusions, examples and issuer sources. This schedule is a checklist, rather than a guarantee that a specific transaction qualifies.

Sources and verification