I once upgraded because I had passed the annual limit on miles. This was years ago, but it was effective immediately since I started receiving miles again.
Difference between the cards:
60k limit on miles versus 100k limit (waived for elites)
Free annual account summary is automatic with Platinum. It's available upon request with Gold.
$50 vs $85 annual fee
(A few years ago Gold did not come with Trip Interuption/Cancellation insurance, but apparently now it does.)
I get junk mail every month pushing the upgrade. Usually the promo is for a free companion ticket (I have yet to be able to use one) or more recently 2K miles. I don't value either option at $35/year but of course YMMV.
Like OP, I would probably upgrade to save 10k miles - I doubt you would have trouble if you requested a downgrade the following year should the annual fee be an issue.
Alternatively one could apply for a CitiBiz MC which provides the same mileage discount as the Citi Plat card, but w/o the fee.
I have a CIti Gold card meaning I can get reduced mileage awards for 20K miles. I need to book 4 tickets in the next few days, and am kicking myself for not having a Plat or Biz card which would allow me to redeem at 17.5K.
Is there a quick way to upgrade my card or get a new card?
Has anyone had any experience in receiving any promotions when upgrading their cards?
Go to aa.com and click on "netsavers and special offers" and then click on "Earn Up To 40,000 Bonus Miles". If you apply before the deadline listed, you'll get 20k bonus miles after you charge $750 and 10k miles after $10k of charges in the first 12 months.
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Have you tried calling citi to switch your account to platinum? Also, why not apply for the plat card online - with instant approval, you may be able to take advantage of the perks.
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Have you tried calling citi to switch your account to platinum? Also, why not apply for the plat card online - with instant approval, you may be able to take advantage of the perks.
Plus an extra bonus
Or am I too spoiled from the BD Amex in the UK ?
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I would apply online - you actually probably have the card in 7 days. Also, if you are approved - call and see if they can overnight it. If you dont get approved online, then call to upgrade your cards - should not be a problem.
Also, you can (at least they used to) combine the cards into 1 (they will merge balances and credit limits) if you want.
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I called customer service:
They offered me 5K bonus if I upgrade to PLAT. I will be charged the $35 difference on my first statement.
Is this worth it?
I've been hesitant to open a new account because of the impact on my credit score.
Unless you are going to apply for a *big* (i.e., house, business, ridiculously expensive car) loan in the near future, the impact on credit score will be insignificant and short-lived. Just be sure you offset any increase in your available lines of credit (keep the limit down or close another credit account).
cheers!
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