Jan 25, 2015, 10:06 am
Last edit by: RNE
How do I get the first-year free offer for the United Club card?
There is no foolproof method. As of January 2016, anecdotal evidence strongly suggests that the first-year-free offer (as opposed to the standard offer with $395 AF, minus $100 credit with first purchase) is targeted at UA elites and former paid Club members.
In prior years, some of the following links gave non-elites access to the first-year-free offer. Current odds of success appear to be low.
Regardless of the method used, you will need to log into your UA account to see the offer available to you.
How do I find/apply for the United MileagePlus Club Business Card?
https://www.theexplorercard.com/Club50kAF
Go to www.theexplorercard.com, then either
After logging into your United account, you may be targeted for the annual fee waiver on the business version of the card.
There is no foolproof method. As of January 2016, anecdotal evidence strongly suggests that the first-year-free offer (as opposed to the standard offer with $395 AF, minus $100 credit with first purchase) is targeted at UA elites and former paid Club members.
In prior years, some of the following links gave non-elites access to the first-year-free offer. Current odds of success appear to be low.
- https://mpclubcard.com/rsvp
- https://www.mpclubcard.com/2015
- https://www.theexplorercard.com/ClubAFW
- http://www.united.com/2014clubfree
- http://www.mpclubcard.com/comfort (added Jul 10, 2016)
- http://www.MPClubCard.com/world (added Jan 6, 2020 by RNE)
How do I find/apply for the United MileagePlus Club Business Card?
https://www.theexplorercard.com/Club50kAF
Go to www.theexplorercard.com, then either
- Click "Are you a business owner?" in the top right then "Learn about the MileagePlus Club Business Card" in the right column.
- Click "Compare to the MileagePlus Club Card" in the right column then "Compare to the MileagePlus Club Business Card" in the right column.
After logging into your United account, you may be targeted for the annual fee waiver on the business version of the card.
United MileagePlus Club Card, 1st Year Annual Fee Waived, Tied to United Status?
Jul 11, 2015, 12:12 pm
#826
Join Date: Jan 2015
Programs: Marriott Titanium and LTP, Hilton Gold, United Silver
Posts: 786
I'm not sure that I understand the question.. Its my understanding that those without status and without a mileageplus card can only get "X" fare for awards. I currently have the Explorer card so I can book "XN" fares but I'm thinking of downgrading the card to the no annual fee version but am unsure as to whether or not I'll be able to book these fares still.
Jul 13, 2015, 6:18 am
#828
Join Date: Jan 2015
Programs: Marriott Titanium and LTP, Hilton Gold, United Silver
Posts: 786
Jul 13, 2015, 8:22 am
#829
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 57
I am specifically interested in the "Chase MileagePlus Rewards" card. Posting here was a little off topic but the two people i quoted specifically said they downgraded to the no annual fee card so I was hoping they'd have an answer. 
Jul 16, 2015, 9:24 am
#830
Join Date: Aug 2013
Posts: 146
I was thinking of this card, I have the offer for no annual fee for the first year. But I was wondering what they meant when they say any seat for one of the benefits of the card. Does that I mean I can get like a business class seat for the price of a standard award?
Jul 16, 2015, 9:29 am
#831
Join Date: Jan 2015
Programs: Marriott Titanium and LTP, Hilton Gold, United Silver
Posts: 786
I was thinking of this card, I have the offer for no annual fee for the first year. But I was wondering what they meant when they say any seat for one of the benefits of the card. Does that I mean I can get like a business class seat for the price of a standard award?
It means that if you are logged into your account, the Standard awards will ALWAYS be available if there is a seat available for sale.
Sep 7, 2015, 6:54 pm
#832
Join Date: Sep 2011
Posts: 204
Is there still a technique to get the Club card's annual fee waived? I have this card and I'm trying to sign my folks up for it but I can't seem to get the offer. I've followed the instructions at the top of this thread.
Sep 23, 2015, 4:58 pm
#833
Join Date: Aug 2015
Posts: 14
I have a question: I booked my united airfare in August for a November trip. I applied and received my Chase MileagePlus United Club card in September. Will I have premier access for my trip in November when I print out my boarding pass?
Sep 24, 2015, 1:25 pm
#834
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania
Programs: Milege+, SkyMiles, AAdvantage, HHonors Diamond, Marriott Gold
Posts: 1,684
I got my card upgraded to Club April 30th. I had booked a trip to London (June 16-23) the previous December and was granted premier access.
Sep 29, 2015, 4:25 pm
#835
Join Date: Aug 2013
Posts: 240
Have any of you been able to get any kind of a perk when converting to this card?
Sep 29, 2015, 6:07 pm
#836
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania
Programs: Milege+, SkyMiles, AAdvantage, HHonors Diamond, Marriott Gold
Posts: 1,684
Possibly. By converting, do you mean upgrading? When I got the Explorer Card, the $95 AF was waived for first year. On my anniversary I upgraded to the Club Card, and the first year's $395 AF was waived.
Oct 1, 2015, 5:14 pm
#837
Join Date: Aug 2013
Posts: 240
Chase is saying that I cannot upgrade any of my cards to this card. This was via secure message. I have the Chase United card that gives 1 mile for every 2 dollars spent. Also, I have 2 freedoms & 1 sapphire.
I was hoping to convert and move credit around.
I think I will try calling.
I am trying to avoid giving chase my income information as my income has dropped a lot. I think that Chase will get cold feet about my total revolving credit limits with them versus my income.
Jan 12, 2016, 1:04 am
#838
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Jackson, WY
Posts: 543
I've been using this card to pay my taxes, about $20k at a pop. I max it out, pay it off the next day, repeat. I like it because I've been effectively buying miles at $.0125/each, which is a good price for me I usually redeem at about $.035.
My question is will I run afoul of Chase doing this? I've requested a credit line increase last week but haven't heard anything yet, nor has it shown up on my account.
My question is will I run afoul of Chase doing this? I've requested a credit line increase last week but haven't heard anything yet, nor has it shown up on my account.
Jan 12, 2016, 7:27 am
#839
Join Date: Jun 2001
Location: San Diego Area
Programs: UA Gold MM, AA Gold MM, Marriott Plat LT, HH Gold, IHG Plat, WoH Discvst, Hertz PC
Posts: 1,834
I interpret your words as saying you are paying a 1.25% fee to use the credit card. I don't think I've ever seen a service that charges under 2.25%. Could you share the name/URL of the company that offers this 1.25% fee?
Jan 12, 2016, 7:43 am
#840
Join Date: Sep 2011
Posts: 204
I've been using this card to pay my taxes, about $20k at a pop. I max it out, pay it off the next day, repeat. I like it because I've been effectively buying miles at $.0125/each, which is a good price for me I usually redeem at about $.035.
My question is will I run afoul of Chase doing this? I've requested a credit line increase last week but haven't heard anything yet, nor has it shown up on my account.
My question is will I run afoul of Chase doing this? I've requested a credit line increase last week but haven't heard anything yet, nor has it shown up on my account.
Out of curiosity, are you talking about income taxes once per year? If so, are you using officialpayments.com for that? They charge a hefty fee for using a credit card so I guess that's where the $.0125 comes in?
