What are the new rules for American Express lounge access?

Under the new rules, Amex Platinum cardholders will be charged a $50 fee for each lounge guest, children will no longer be permitted free of charge, but those who charge a minimum of $75k/per year to the card will retain lounge access privileges for two guests.



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As of Feb. 1, 2023, the ability to bring in two guests at no additional cost went away for most cardholders. Now, unless you spend $75,000 or more each calendar year on your card, you'll need to pay $50 to bring an adult guest ($30 for children ages 2 through 17) into the Centurion Lounge.

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For 2023 guest privileges, your 2022 spending is the deciding factor. If you didn't spend at least $75,000 on your card last year, you cannot bring complimentary guests into the lounge from now on. These spending requirements reset each calendar year.

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If your same-day outbound flight departs after the lounge closes for the day, we will admit you as early as 3 hours prior to the lounge closing, subject to available capacity. Select lounges may allow access to eligible Card Members with a confirmed reservation for any same-day travel (departure or arrival).

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Complimentary or discounted access Travelers with The Platinum Card® from American Express, The Business Platinum Card® from American Express or the Centurion® Card from American Express receive complimentary access to any outpost within the Centurion Lounge network.

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Amex Centurion Lounge Food, Drink & Amenities It depends on which location you visit, as every lounge is a little bit different. But all Centurion Lounges offer complimentary drinks and food, Wi-Fi, private workspaces, and comfortable furniture to unwind before your flight.

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Card Members receive complimentary access to all US locations of the Escape Lounges. Card Member must present their valid Card, a boarding pass showing a confirmed reservation for same-day travel on any carrier and government-issued I.D.

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Delta and Amex airline lounges impose limit Even with the new 3-hour limitations, there are of course some exceptions. Delays and cancellations are exceptions and so offer some relief from the new rules.

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You may be able to use the Amex mobile app for mobile check-in instead of showing your physical card. However, doing so doesn't let you bypass capacity constraints that may exist at the lounge. And you'll still need to show your boarding pass and identification.

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American Express Platinum and Business Platinum Card Members, and their Additional Platinum Card Members, spend a total of $75,000 or more on eligible purchases on their Platinum Account during a calendar year, they will receive complimentary Centurion lounge access for up to two guests per visit.

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You may enter with up to two (2) complimentary guests. showing a confirmed reservation for same-day travel and a government issued ID. For details of individual American Express lounge access requirements please review the lounge details page for the specific lounge.

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There's just one thing: You'll only be able to enter if you have certain American Express cards — in particular, The Platinum Card® from American Express, The Business Platinum Card® from American Express, the Centurion® Card from American Express, the Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card and the Delta ...

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You can also get free or discounted Admirals Club access with a number of American Express cards that offer airline fee credits. If American Airlines is selected as your preferred airline, then the purchase of an Admirals Club membership or day pass will qualify for the credit.

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