Sep 14, 2016, 8:49 pm
Last edit by: OverThereTooMuch
Basic Entry Information:
If you have never used a Priority Pass lounge click HERE to read how it works.
philemer's PP card arrived 20 days following approval of CSR. Others have reported an even quicker delivery. Yes, it comes via USPS.
Authorized User will receive their own PP card.
The PP Select membership offered through the CSR now includes digital pass access. Sign up in advance here: https://www.prioritypass.com/chasedmc
Note: Some lounges may not accept the digital pass. Make sure to check the PP lounge directory details for the specific lounge you plan on visiting.
To sign up for Priority Pass Select, as soon as the account shows up online:
1. Click on Go To Ultimate Rewards.
2. Scroll down to the very bottom left and click on "Card Benefits"
3. Activate Membership to request card.
4. Card can't be expedited. Some members have reported success in charging the lounge access to their CSR account and requesting a refund from Customer Service. However, others have reported that the lounge access was refunded via the travel credit.
Priority Pass website: https://www.prioritypass.com/#
Ongoing FT discussion about Priority Pass value: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/trave...rth-money.html
Here are some other links where you can discuss other bank perks, since PP does not have a definitive home in the FT forums:
Ongoing FT discussion about Priority Pass benefits offered via American Express Credit Cards: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ameri...s-benefit.html
Ongoing FT discussion about Priority Pass benefits offered via CitiBank Credit Cards: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/citi-...=priority+pass
Entry denied thread (housed in the Citi forum): http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/citi-...unge-full.html
Entry denied thread, Alaska Board Room lounges. (housed in the Alaska Airlines forum) http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alask...l#post28524751
Non-Lounge Benefits (see post 853 for details)
If you have never used a Priority Pass lounge click HERE to read how it works.
philemer's PP card arrived 20 days following approval of CSR. Others have reported an even quicker delivery. Yes, it comes via USPS.
Authorized User will receive their own PP card.
The PP Select membership offered through the CSR now includes digital pass access. Sign up in advance here: https://www.prioritypass.com/chasedmc
Note: Some lounges may not accept the digital pass. Make sure to check the PP lounge directory details for the specific lounge you plan on visiting.
To sign up for Priority Pass Select, as soon as the account shows up online:
1. Click on Go To Ultimate Rewards.
2. Scroll down to the very bottom left and click on "Card Benefits"
3. Activate Membership to request card.
4. Card can't be expedited. Some members have reported success in charging the lounge access to their CSR account and requesting a refund from Customer Service. However, others have reported that the lounge access was refunded via the travel credit.
Priority Pass website: https://www.prioritypass.com/#
Ongoing FT discussion about Priority Pass value: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/trave...rth-money.html
Here are some other links where you can discuss other bank perks, since PP does not have a definitive home in the FT forums:
Ongoing FT discussion about Priority Pass benefits offered via American Express Credit Cards: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ameri...s-benefit.html
Ongoing FT discussion about Priority Pass benefits offered via CitiBank Credit Cards: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/citi-...=priority+pass
Entry denied thread (housed in the Citi forum): http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/citi-...unge-full.html
Entry denied thread, Alaska Board Room lounges. (housed in the Alaska Airlines forum) http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/alask...l#post28524751
Non-Lounge Benefits (see post 853 for details)
- US$28 towards restaurant bill (DEN, LGW, PDX, SYD)
- Minute Suites (ATL, DFW, PHL)
- Sleep ’N Fly Pods (DXB)
- Bliss Spa/Aspire Lounge & Spa (LHR)
- 30% at IHG Hotels by logging in through the Priority Pass membership portal
- AVIS Preferred Plus
Chase Priority Pass memberships (2016 - 2022)
Apr 24, 2022, 11:31 pm
#1351
Moderator: Chase Ultimate Rewards
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: SFO
Programs: UA 2P, MR LT Plat, IHG Plat, BW Dia, HH Au, Avis PC
Posts: 5,457
If I login to https://prioritypass.com/en/dashboard/myprioritypass there is an American Express logo.
Apr 25, 2022, 7:45 pm
#1352
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: Hawai'i Nei
Programs: Au: UA, Marriott, Hilton; GE
Posts: 7,145
Apr 27, 2022, 6:24 am
#1354
Join Date: Aug 2015
Location: SFO
Programs: AS 75K (OW), SK Silver (*A), UR, MR
Posts: 3,347
A small Amex logo is shown at the bottom when I log in using a browser. In the app when clicking on Card, the Amex logo is shown only briefly before flipped to the membership card.
Aug 3, 2022, 12:49 pm
#1355
Join Date: Aug 2015
Posts: 46
Has anyone here heard of Priority Pass or Chase warning or cutting someone off for overuse of Priority Pass? I have a friend with a Ritz-Carlton credit card and Priority Pass membership who flies regularly with a crew for business and wants to start using the Priority Pass benefits in restaurants and lounges 2 to 4 times per month with 3 to 6 guests each time.
Aug 3, 2022, 1:09 pm
#1356
Moderator
Join Date: Jun 2003
Location: Miami, Mpls & London
Programs: AA & Marriott Perpetual Platinum; DL & HH Gold
Posts: 48,958
There are two limits that are relevant to guesting. One is the number of guests that the club or restaurant will accept. Neither Priority Pass nor Chase has any ability to change this. The other is the number of guests for which Chase will pay. That's the limit that is mentioned in, or missing from, marketing materials which lead people to believe they can bring "unlimited" guests.
Last edited by mia; Aug 4, 2022 at 2:12 pm
Aug 4, 2022, 11:17 am
#1357
Join Date: Feb 2006
Posts: 1,065
There are two limits that are relevant to guesting. One is the number of guests that the club or restaurant will accept. Neither Priority Pass nor Chase has any ability to change this. The other is the number of guests for which Chase will pay. That's the limit that is mentioned, or missing from, marketing materials which lead people to believe they can bring "unlimited" guests.
Now I do have 6 authorized users for my Ritz card, so they each have their own membership, and my brother was able to guest his entire family of 6 in the Atlanta lounge, when my sister-in-law lost her card, however I doubt a restaurant would've allowed this.
Your friend may be able to add members of his "crew" as authorized users, to get them their own membership, but I would personally never do that. My 6 authorized users are all family members.
Sep 6, 2022, 12:28 pm
#1358
Join Date: Feb 2006
Posts: 1,065
Just upgraded to the Ritz Carlton Card! Just want to confirm that it is still possible to upgrade to this card despite the upcoming rumors of the new cards by Chase and Amex. I talked extensively with the rep to verify some things and benefits and the biggest change is you guessed it. Priority Pass guesting privileges. =(
Here is an update:
I was able to product change exactly 1 day of account approval of my Marriott Bonvoy Boundless of last year, 8/23. I called on 8/23 and they told me to wait a day or two. I called today(8/24) and I was able to upgrade.
Guesting limits to Priority Pass been changed to 2 guests only. Still unlimited free priority pass for authorized users though (they too get +2 Guests).
AUs don't need to be in the same household and don't need an SSN to be added. So if you wanted to gift PP to your friends, it's still possible.
Here is an update:
I was able to product change exactly 1 day of account approval of my Marriott Bonvoy Boundless of last year, 8/23. I called on 8/23 and they told me to wait a day or two. I called today(8/24) and I was able to upgrade.
Guesting limits to Priority Pass been changed to 2 guests only. Still unlimited free priority pass for authorized users though (they too get +2 Guests).
AUs don't need to be in the same household and don't need an SSN to be added. So if you wanted to gift PP to your friends, it's still possible.
I may just tell my sister-in-law to press her luck and wait to see if Chase sends me a bill.
Based on this article, it implies guesting may still be unlimited, but it's also likely the article could be incorrect.
https://upgradedpoints.com/credit-ca...-pass-lounges/
Regardless, glad you were able to product change. Chase has better travel protections than Capital One, so I'm planning to keep this card long-term.
Sep 6, 2022, 12:54 pm
#1359
Join Date: May 2022
Posts: 12
Yes, if you still have the card, login to your Chase account on the Chase App. Go to the Ritz Carlton Card, check card benefits, then explore lounges. Click on Digital membership Card to see your QR code for your Priority Pass membership, scroll down and under disclosures should have all the info about maximum guests info. (I would attach a pic, but screenshotting isn't allowed due to security issues)
And yes, this came directly from a Chase rep which even mentioning people abusing the unlimited guest benefits and even suggested the obvious work around. Add other family members so they too can invite +2 guests, etc etc.
There is a chance you could be grandfathered in, but I highly doubt it. Check my first paragraph to verify. I too am curious.
And yes, this came directly from a Chase rep which even mentioning people abusing the unlimited guest benefits and even suggested the obvious work around. Add other family members so they too can invite +2 guests, etc etc.
There is a chance you could be grandfathered in, but I highly doubt it. Check my first paragraph to verify. I too am curious.
Sep 6, 2022, 2:11 pm
#1360
Join Date: May 2012
Location: BOS, YYZ, HKG, TPE
Programs: OZ Diamond, DL Gold, QF Gold, HH Diamond, Bonvoy Titanium, WoH Explorist, Shangri-la Jade
Posts: 304
Yes, if you still have the card, login to your Chase account on the Chase App. Go to the Ritz Carlton Card, check card benefits, then explore lounges. Click on Digital membership Card to see your QR code for your Priority Pass membership, scroll down and under disclosures should have all the info about maximum guests info. (I would attach a pic, but screenshotting isn't allowed due to security issues)
And yes, this came directly from a Chase rep which even mentioning people abusing the unlimited guest benefits and even suggested the obvious work around. Add other family members so they too can invite +2 guests, etc etc.
There is a chance you could be grandfathered in, but I highly doubt it. Check my first paragraph to verify. I too am curious.
And yes, this came directly from a Chase rep which even mentioning people abusing the unlimited guest benefits and even suggested the obvious work around. Add other family members so they too can invite +2 guests, etc etc.
There is a chance you could be grandfathered in, but I highly doubt it. Check my first paragraph to verify. I too am curious.
Sep 14, 2022, 1:59 pm
#1361
Join Date: Aug 2022
Posts: 6
I noticed on the benefits page for Ritz card under the digital membership card for lounges it talks about scanning at sapphire lounge or priority pass lounge. Then in disclosures it mentions max 2 guests and words like its for sapphire reserve card. Does everyone have this on their card?
Sep 14, 2022, 6:00 pm
#1362
Join Date: Feb 2006
Posts: 1,065
I noticed on the benefits page for Ritz card under the digital membership card for lounges it talks about scanning at sapphire lounge or priority pass lounge. Then in disclosures it mentions max 2 guests and words like its for sapphire reserve card. Does everyone have this on their card?
Sep 14, 2022, 9:11 pm
#1363
Join Date: May 2022
Posts: 12
I have talked 3 chase reps(one while upgrading) regarding this and also sent an SM. All 4 confirmed +2 guests only and then $27 per guest after it.
My theory is that previous holders have grandfathered unlimited guesting privileges while new PCs are only allowed 2 guests. Chase(JP Morgan) probably don't want to go through the effort of changing all the material and updating previous card holders of this change so they grandfathered them in.
Nonetheless, at some point I will test this and see if I'll get charged. But unless all the Chase reps are wrong and them suggesting I just put the rest of my family as AUs and get +2 guests as a workaround being encouraged then I don't know, this could be a JP Morgan issue.
For now, it's not biggie to me as I do have a HH business card that has 10 extra passes that I can use in case I need to go over the 2 guests threshold. But hopefully we'll get more datapoints to confirm this or not. As well as more people upgrading to verify.
My theory is that previous holders have grandfathered unlimited guesting privileges while new PCs are only allowed 2 guests. Chase(JP Morgan) probably don't want to go through the effort of changing all the material and updating previous card holders of this change so they grandfathered them in.
Nonetheless, at some point I will test this and see if I'll get charged. But unless all the Chase reps are wrong and them suggesting I just put the rest of my family as AUs and get +2 guests as a workaround being encouraged then I don't know, this could be a JP Morgan issue.
For now, it's not biggie to me as I do have a HH business card that has 10 extra passes that I can use in case I need to go over the 2 guests threshold. But hopefully we'll get more datapoints to confirm this or not. As well as more people upgrading to verify.
Sep 15, 2022, 11:15 am
#1364
Join Date: Feb 2006
Posts: 1,065
I have talked 3 chase reps(one while upgrading) regarding this and also sent an SM. All 4 confirmed +2 guests only and then $27 per guest after it.
My theory is that previous holders have grandfathered unlimited guesting privileges while new PCs are only allowed 2 guests. Chase(JP Morgan) probably don't want to go through the effort of changing all the material and updating previous card holders of this change so they grandfathered them in.
Nonetheless, at some point I will test this and see if I'll get charged. But unless all the Chase reps are wrong and them suggesting I just put the rest of my family as AUs and get +2 guests as a workaround being encouraged then I don't know, this could be a JP Morgan issue.
For now, it's not biggie to me as I do have a HH business card that has 10 extra passes that I can use in case I need to go over the 2 guests threshold. But hopefully we'll get more datapoints to confirm this or not. As well as more people upgrading to verify.
My theory is that previous holders have grandfathered unlimited guesting privileges while new PCs are only allowed 2 guests. Chase(JP Morgan) probably don't want to go through the effort of changing all the material and updating previous card holders of this change so they grandfathered them in.
Nonetheless, at some point I will test this and see if I'll get charged. But unless all the Chase reps are wrong and them suggesting I just put the rest of my family as AUs and get +2 guests as a workaround being encouraged then I don't know, this could be a JP Morgan issue.
For now, it's not biggie to me as I do have a HH business card that has 10 extra passes that I can use in case I need to go over the 2 guests threshold. But hopefully we'll get more datapoints to confirm this or not. As well as more people upgrading to verify.
I would still add all your family members as authorized users, since we know AUs are still free and unlimited. It is rare that she travels without my brother, since I added them mainly so their entire family, 2 adults plus 4 kids, could enter.
I also know the virtual card numbers are different than the physical Priority Pass cards. She presented her physical card that she's had for 1+ years, so I am not sure if that makes a difference.
Sep 15, 2022, 1:56 pm
#1365
Join Date: May 2022
Posts: 12
While the Ritz Carlon Physical card is a very long string of numbers as if it was a credit card itself, completely different from the PP mobile App as well as from the Chase mobile App(which are both identical and much shorter. Maybe this is the signifier that it is unlimited guests? Who knows, but that is the one peculiar thing I have noticed.
I also tried to activate the account through the regular PP activation and that site doesn't work. I have to go https://prioritypass.com/jpmdmc to activate it so that's interesting as well. All other PP cards I have were activated normally on PPs activation site, but this one is different.
All interesting and peculiar but like I said, we won't completely verify unless there's more datapoints.