How can one receive an invitation to the American Express Centurion Card?

The American Express Centurion Card, colloquially known as the "Black Card," is an ultra-exclusive credit card that is only available by invitation. To receive an invitation to apply for this prestigious card, one typically must meet undisclosed criteria that may include having a substantial annual spending on existing American Express cards – often speculated to be in the hundreds of thousands of dollars range – and maintaining an excellent credit history. While exact requirements are not publicly disclosed by American Express, high net worth individuals and those who have a significant level of expenditure across AmEx’s other credit card offerings are often considered potential candidates for Centurion membership. In addition to financial requisites, the company values long-standing relationships with its clients, so tenure with American Express could also play a role in receiving an invitation.