Spend extremely large amounts on eligible American Express cards over time
Maintain a very high annual card spend, often in the six-figure to seven-figure range
Use American Express cards consistently for both business and personal expenses
Keep accounts in excellent standing with no missed payments or delinquencies
Have a strong relationship with American Express and a long history of premium card usage
Be invited by American Express; the Centurion Card is not publicly available by application
Accept the invitation and pay the required initiation fee and annual fee
Meet any additional eligibility and screening requirements set by American Express