How to apply for an Amex business card

If you've been hesitant to apply for a small-business credit card because you're unsure where to start or if you're even eligible, you might find the process is a lot less intimidating than it seems.American Express offers a large portfolio of business cards, so you're bound to find something that fits your business needs. In this guide, we'll break down the American Express business card requirements to help you answer some of the confusing application questions.Related: Business credit cards: What they are and how they workWho can apply for an Amex business card?You don't need to own a traditional business with employees or a storefront to qualify for an Amex business card. Sole proprietors, freelancers and people earning money from a side hustle can also be eligible to apply.That could include everything from driving for Uber or Lyft to selling items online. And you don't necessarily need to have formed an LLC or registered a separate business entity.Applying as a sole proprietor or freelancerIf you run your business by yourself and haven't established a separate business entity, you'll generally apply as a sole proprietor. In that case, you can typically use your own name as yo...