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Feb 11, 2026 | 9:50 am

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Originally Posted by KDCAflyer

That's the first time I've ever seen a major US airline offer status with an entry level credit card (or any card, for that matter).

I believe there is some deal in Australia for a credit card that offers UA status benefits..

Best Way To Get Star Alliance Gold? Using credit cards

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Originally Posted by Google AI

The HSBC Star Alliance credit card allows you to select a "Status Airline" (such as United) to earn Gold/Silver status based on yearly spending thresholds rather than flying.

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