Originally Posted by
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I'm surprised they wouldn't just take your membership number and like an ID or something. What information is on the card that isn't associated with the number?
Similar reason of imprinting a credit card instead of just writing down the number - proof that the card was present. As Priority Pass access requires either the physical or digital membership card and not just the membership number, so just taking down the membership number probably won't let the lounges get paid.
I thought all PP lounges now accept the digital card, but
apparently not:
Lounge access is only available on presentation of a valid Priority Pass membership card. All lounges accept the physical membership card and the majority of our 1300+ lounges also accept the Digital Membership Card. To avoid any disappointment, we recommend you always carry both cards with you when travelling.