To access American Express Lounges, the Platinum Cardmember and eligible guest(s) must show a valid, unexpired eligible Platinum Card, confirmed boarding pass for same-day travel and government-issued photo identification in the name of the Platinum Cardmember/guest(s).

Accessing airport lounges with an American Express Platinum Card in 2026 is facilitated through the American Express Global Lounge Collection, which remains the most comprehensive lounge benefit offered by any credit card. To enter the prestigious Centurion Lounges, you simply present your Platinum card, a boarding pass for same-day travel, and a valid government ID. For the broader Priority Pass Select network (which includes over 1,400 lounges worldwide), you must first "enroll" through the Amex website or app to receive your digital or physical Priority Pass membership card; the Platinum card itself will not grant entry to Priority Pass lounges. Additionally, Platinum cardholders gain access to Delta Sky Clubs when flying on a same-day Delta-operated flight. Other partnerships include access to Lufthansa Lounges (when flying Lufthansa Group), Plaza Premium Lounges, and Escape Lounges. In 2026, guest policies have become stricter; for Centurion Lounges, you typically must pay a guest fee (around $50) unless you meet high annual spending requirements on the card, so it is vital to check the current guest terms in the Amex app before arriving with companions.