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27 comments
RC
June 10, 2020
Has Marriott modified the required nights needed to qualify for Elite status in lieu of Covid-19 travel restrictions this year (like most of the major airlines have)?
Christine Krzyszton
June 10, 2020
Hi RC. There is no reduction in elite qualification requirements, however, Marriott Bonvoy elite members have had their current status extended through February 2022.
gtsh0pp3r
November 17, 2020
I was Titanium last year so this year due to Covid, Marriot gave me 38 nights free toward my yearly total to try to achieve status again. I did not do anything to get this, it just happened automatically. They basically gave me half the nights needed this year to qualify for Titanium again. I’m guessing others got this too, based on your previous years status, YMMV
Christine Krzyszton
November 18, 2020
Yes, that is correct, it was done for everyone who had status with Marriott Bonvoy.
sanjay
February 10, 2021
I haven’t been able to find info on how long the status lasts. If I achieve 50 elite nights by June 2021, does the platinum status last till Dec 31, 2021? Dec 31, 2022? Or something else?
Airlines award your status until the end of the following year, but they are super clear about it. It seems that if you hit 75 nights by like September, there’s not really any motivation to book extra nights with Marriott. Am I missing something here?
Jarrod West
February 10, 2021
Hi Sanjay,
If you achieve elite status in the middle of the year with Marriott, that elite status will last for the remainder of that year, plus all of the next year, and expire at the end of February of the year after that.
Using your example above, if you were to reach 50 elite nights by June of 2021, your Platinum status would last until February 28, 2023.
sanjay
February 11, 2021
Amazing, thanks for the clarification, Jarrod. Any chance you know where it says that on the Marriott website? Their info on status is shockingly…lacking.
Christine Krzyszton
February 11, 2021
Hi Sanjay. You can find the terms of elite status here. Section 4 explains the qualification period year and that status is good for the following year, etc. https://www.marriott.com/loyalty/terms/default.mi
sanjay
February 19, 2021
Thanks so much, Christine! It’s not clear to me why they have to bury that detail in so much fine print but that’s their decision I guess. I appreciate the help on this!
Ashley
March 23, 2021
I was too late for the Status Match promotion. I hold Spire elite status with IHG and Diamond Status with Hilton. I called Mariott to enquire upon an alternative way to reach Elite status faster, and to my amazement, none. I am an American Express Platinum cardholder and as indicated on their website I will automatically qualify for Gold Status. I then called American Express and was informed that’s for the UK and not South Africa.
Here when companies need business, I am turned away. I can’t join a group and start over as I am rewarded more with the groups I am with currently. Therefore, it’s a true loss Marriott, that you couldn’t assist me. One should understand I travel frequently and my perks are important, I cannot sacrifice and start over. By turning clients away in these times the group must be doing exceptionally well.
Roland
May 25, 2021
Will the night count toward elite status using a free night certificate?
Jarrod West
May 25, 2021
Hi Roland,
Yes, free night certificates count towards status qualification.
Raymond A LaFrenierre
July 31, 2021
For qualifying elite nights added to your account, do they have to be at a Marriot Hotel or can they be one of the partners they show on the Marriott Rewards site when you book a hotel?
Christine Krzyszton
July 31, 2021
Hi Raymond. Yes, stays booked on the Marriott website for partner brand hotels will count towards elite status.
Scott Heemann
September 09, 2021
Are you aware of any news from Marriott for 2021 status achieved that may be lesser criteria than typical presumably due to covid? I am a lifetime platinum elite and have 48 nights accrued for 2021: 25 were bonus nights (Marriott gave me 1/2 of the 50 to attain platinum) + 15 Amex Bonvoy credit card + 8 for stays. My MB card on the app says I need 2 nights to reach Titanium, so if accurate I would hit Titanium with 50 nights. Versus the 75 nights that’s advertised. Perhaps they’re cutting a break on night accruals for 2021 as well due to covid?
Christine Krzyszton
September 10, 2021
Not aware of any reduction in the requirements, Scott. The website is still showing 75 nights for Titanium. We do know that Marriott Bonvoy elite members had their current status extended through February 2022 but not sure why your account is reflecting this option. Hope it works out for you.
Bill
October 08, 2021
Maybe if it’s this tough to get a membership I should stay where I’m at. I did one Million points, I have the credentials. What’s the holdup? Yes or no? Why can’t I get a straight answer? Will you match my IHG Spire Elite Status?
Christine Krzyszton
October 09, 2021
Hi Bill. Please understand that we are not Marriott Bonvoy or affiliated with the program. We are Upgraded Points, a blog specializing in points, miles, and travel resources. You will want to contact Marriott Bonvoy to find out if there is a current status match available. The phone number is 800-627-7468. Thanks for reading.
Ann
October 08, 2021
On my account, it shows that I need 5 nights to reach Platinum status. I currently have 45 nights, 30 nights from 2 Amex Bonvoy credit cards, 13 nights from carryover, and 2 nights stay credit.
Alan
December 25, 2022
I have enough nights (over 108 as of 12/25/22)- and have spent $16,000+ towards the required $20,000 to be eligible for Ambassador level.
How much longer do I have to earn before I miss out on spending the $20K? Has marriott extended the time to earn and spend due to Covid?
Thank you so much
Jarrod West
December 26, 2022
Hi Alan,
As far as I know, Marriott has not extended the Ambassador window, so you would need to spend the remaining funds by 12/31/22 to qualify for Ambassador status.
Alvydas
January 06, 2023
How do I get the Marriot credit card in eastern Europe?
Christine Krzyszton
January 07, 2023
Hello Alvydas. To qualify, you need a social security number or ITIN number and a U.S. address. Here is an overview of the requirements for Chase cards: /credit-cards/minimum-requirements-chase-credit-cards/ You can check for American Express countries of availability here: https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/support/global-card-relationship/other-countries/index.html?intlink=us-CMS-GCRothercountries
Alana
March 20, 2023
Based on my situation, I determined that the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless credit card is the best option for me. I have earned points mostly from staying at Marriott properties while traveling for work and up until last month I had Platinum Elite status (they bumped me down to Gold Elite in February since I did not have enough stays). The main reason I am interested in a Marriott credit card is to earn points to use for a honeymoon trip in February or March of 2024 (I currently have almost 400,000 points). If I open a boundless credit card, given that I currently have gold elite status, will the fast tracking of status be applicable to me (for example will I be able to fast track back to platinum elite instead given I already have gold elite status)? Thanks so much for the help!
Jarrod West
March 21, 2023
Hi Alana,
Yes it sure will! If you add the Marriott Boundless card to your wallet you’ll automatically receive 15 elite night credits each year towards your Marriott stays. That drops the number of nights you would need to qualify for Platinum Elite status from 50 down to 35.
Justin
June 19, 2023
Hi. I currently have the Amex Bonvoy Brilliant card and Platinum status already. I will achieve 50+ elite night stays (25 elite nights come from Brilliant card) in August which will qualify as a platinum elite status. However, I plan to cancel the Brilliant card in late Nov- early Dec this year. Do I still maintain the platinum status next year (2024)? or lose the status right away after I cancel the card. I just opened the Chase Bonvoy Boundless about a month ago. I am wondering if the reward nights will drop to 25 (from Amex Brilliant) to 15 (from Chase Boundless) once I cancel Brilliant card and then I’ll need more stays to qualify as a platinum member even after I achieve 50+ ENS with Amex Brilliant card. Greatly appreciate in advance.
Christine Krzyszton
June 21, 2023
Hi Justin. Once you’ve qualified for Platinum in 2023, your status is good through the 2024 elite year regardless of whether you cancel the Amex Marriott Brilliant card.
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