Originally Posted by
Often1
LH is being obstinate here. Not only could it accept the digital card, but it can verify your access via your MP number.
This issue has gone on for years and LH is alone in this position. To be clear, many LH agents do not enforce the physical card requirement.
Agreed that it was a stubborn experience, especially given these times.
From what I understand, most airlines have no problem taking it from your MP number with Star Gold status, but I’m not sure it reflects on their end with the Star Alliance lounge status.
For what it’s worth, it wasn’t just the LH lounge. I was also bounced from the Club Acela, without my UC card. I wasn’t at all surprised there, though, since I doubt Amtrak has the software to look things like this up, and that Club isn’t worth much, anyway.