AMEX Platinum card in the UK has a welcome bonus for the next week of 75,000 points after £10k spend in first 6 months, and 25,000 points after 15 months. Partner is going to get the card, and it would make most sense for me to be a supplementary card holder. But - should I get the card, earn the first 75k bonus (and also get a referral), and then cancel as soon as I can? Is it worth it?

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