To achieve Marriott Bonvoy Lifetime Platinum Elite status in 2026, you must reach two specific milestones: 600 total lifetime qualifying nights and 10 years of Platinum Elite status or higher. These "years" do not need to be consecutive; any year you held Platinum, Titanium, or Ambassador status counts toward the ten-year requirement. Qualifying nights include those stayed at Marriott properties, nights earned through Marriott co-branded credit cards (often 15–25 nights per year), and the Annual Choice Benefit nights. Once achieved, you never have to re-qualify again; you will enjoy permanent benefits such as a 50% points bonus on stays, room upgrades (including select suites), 4:00 PM late checkout, and lounge access at participating brands like Westin, Sheraton, and Marriott. In 2026, many members track their progress via the "Lifetime Status" section of the Marriott app, which provides a transparent countdown to these two specific career milestones.