Guide to earning another American Airlines welcome bonus

Earning another American Airlines credit card welcome bonus is possible—but timing and issuer rules matter. Both Citi and Barclays offer co-branded AAdvantage cards, each with their own bonus eligibility restrictions. For Citi, you typically must wait 48 months since receiving a previous bonus on the same card family. Barclays may allow multiple bonuses, but not within 24 months of account opening or closing. Holding a current card doesn’t always disqualify you, but closing too soon can hurt your chances. Always read the terms and conditions, and space out applications to maximize your AAdvantage miles earnings legally.