FAQ: Can you transfer points to another person? (2006 onward) [Master Thread]
Aug 28, 2007, 3:23 pm
#61
Join Date: Jan 2007
Programs: starwood plat, delta plat
Posts: 230
I cant transfer points to a friend or family member unless I live with them?
Dec 18, 2007, 9:06 am
#62
Join Date: Dec 2007
Programs: *wood Plat, PC Plat RA, Shangri-la Diamond, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Plat
Posts: 116
Starpoint Transfer
My Friends owe me 32,000 starpoints someday. Eventually he save enough points today. Can I have any channel to get the starpoints back?
I didn't find the function in SPG that the starpoint can transfer between different account.
My points..... Pls help. Thx in advance.
I didn't find the function in SPG that the starpoint can transfer between different account.
My points..... Pls help. Thx in advance.
Dec 18, 2007, 9:09 am
#63
In memoriam
Join Date: Mar 2000
Location: Seattle WA
Programs: Kimpton IC, Hyatt Diamond, Gold Marriott, Lifetime Platinum Starwood
Posts: 8,665
There are literally over 200 threads regarding transfers (including one at the sticky at the top of the forum).
Short answer - no - you cannot transfer points into your account from his unless you have the same mailing address. He can book your stays though and use points from his account.
I am closing this thread and asking that you continue any further discussion in one of the existing threads.
ldsant
*wood Moderator
Short answer - no - you cannot transfer points into your account from his unless you have the same mailing address. He can book your stays though and use points from his account.
I am closing this thread and asking that you continue any further discussion in one of the existing threads.
ldsant
*wood Moderator
Mar 22, 2008, 6:41 pm
#64
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: New York, NY
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Posts: 18,487
Can my wife transfer SPG points into my airline account?
Simple question...
My wife is feeling generous (well the award is for her
) and is looking to transfer some of her Starpoints into my FF account.
Is this possible or will it bounce because the names on the accounts don't match? We have the same surname if that makes a difference.
Thanks
My wife is feeling generous (well the award is for her
) and is looking to transfer some of her Starpoints into my FF account.Is this possible or will it bounce because the names on the accounts don't match? We have the same surname if that makes a difference.
Thanks
Mar 22, 2008, 6:51 pm
#65
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Calgary
Programs: AC, AA, SPG
Posts: 776
I don't think it works like you are suggesting, however, your wife can transfer her spg points into your spg account and then you are good to go from there.
Mar 22, 2008, 7:19 pm
#66
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Nashville, TN - BNA
Programs: Hilton Gold, WN RR
Posts: 1,818
Hey folks, I've perused the stickies and SPG.com without much luck - does it cost to transfer points from one account to another? How do you physically do it? I can't find a link on the website, so I figure this is a project for the 800-number.
I'm thinking of getting my mother her own account or trying to get her an SPG Amex linked to mine. Any info on either plan appreciated.
(A while ago I cavalierly thought I'd be able to transfer Mom's miles from a popular airline program only to find it'd cost me $250 to do it...nearly as much as it would cost to simply buy those points...so now I try to get info on these things...)
I'm thinking of getting my mother her own account or trying to get her an SPG Amex linked to mine. Any info on either plan appreciated.
(A while ago I cavalierly thought I'd be able to transfer Mom's miles from a popular airline program only to find it'd cost me $250 to do it...nearly as much as it would cost to simply buy those points...so now I try to get info on these things...)
Last edited by divemistressofthedark; Mar 22, 2008 at 7:21 pm Reason: Gigantic Google ad blocking my text entry window and causing typos
Mar 22, 2008, 8:00 pm
#67
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Calgary
Programs: AC, AA, SPG
Posts: 776
You can transfer Starpoints between accounts with members of the same household. I don't believe there is a charge but I do believe you have to call in to do this.
http://www.starwoodhotels.com/prefer...s_landing.html
If your mother is not at the same address as you then this wouldn't work. Maybe she lives with you part time?
http://www.starwoodhotels.com/prefer...s_landing.html
If your mother is not at the same address as you then this wouldn't work. Maybe she lives with you part time?
Mar 22, 2008, 8:21 pm
#68
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Toronto (YYZ)
Posts: 6,279
There is no charge to transfer points from one SPG account to another. Both SPG accounts must have the same address.
If your family member or other doesn't have the same address just change it or change yours online and then request the transfer.
If your family member or other doesn't have the same address just change it or change yours online and then request the transfer.
Mar 23, 2008, 4:28 am
#69
Join Date: Apr 2002
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If the last names are identical, the transfer from SPG should work as well. I've deposited miles into some of my wife's FF accounts a few times.
Mar 23, 2008, 7:48 am
#70
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Our Nation's Capital
Posts: 357
When you call SPG and request a transfer of needed miles, it will post immediately as "internal transfer", while you are still on the phone. No charge. Reedem for an award - will need to know the other person's 4 digit PIN for a redemption.
Mar 23, 2008, 7:56 am
#71
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Our Nation's Capital
Posts: 357
[QUOTE=divemistressofthedark;9449677]
I'm thinking of getting my mother her own account or trying to get her an SPG Amex linked to mine. Any info on either plan appreciated.
QUOTE]
I would go with plan B - getting her an SPG Amex - this way miles will add up to a presumably bigger egg nest with greater possibilities of redemption for both you and your mom. Plus I see from your profile that you are SPG Gold - better than being a nobody in the program.
With Plan A you will have to worry about expiration of one more account. If you are not diligent about this and she is a infrequent traveler, that might become a problem. I learned it a hard way when my mom's account expired and was totaly purged from the system due to inactivity. All post were lost, luckily there weren't that many.
I'm thinking of getting my mother her own account or trying to get her an SPG Amex linked to mine. Any info on either plan appreciated.
QUOTE]
I would go with plan B - getting her an SPG Amex - this way miles will add up to a presumably bigger egg nest with greater possibilities of redemption for both you and your mom. Plus I see from your profile that you are SPG Gold - better than being a nobody in the program.
With Plan A you will have to worry about expiration of one more account. If you are not diligent about this and she is a infrequent traveler, that might become a problem. I learned it a hard way when my mom's account expired and was totaly purged from the system due to inactivity. All post were lost, luckily there weren't that many.
Mar 23, 2008, 5:13 pm
#72
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Nashville, TN - BNA
Programs: Hilton Gold, WN RR
Posts: 1,818
Thanks so much, everyone. Earlier today I logged into AE.com and noticed a link "Add another cardholder to your account", so I went for it. I trust Mom to pay her bills, and mostly any travel she'll do will be with me, so this ought to be a win/win.
If it's a problem, and she later decides to get started solo traveling, we'll go the separate account/AE route...thanks again for the thoughts.
If it's a problem, and she later decides to get started solo traveling, we'll go the separate account/AE route...thanks again for the thoughts.
Mar 23, 2008, 7:32 pm
#73
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: New York City
Programs: DL Gold, Marriott Platinum, Starwood Platinum, Avis First
Posts: 20
[QUOTE=fungirl;9451285]
Can SPG account be deactivated? How does it work?
Transferring Starwood points sounds like a great idea!
With Plan A you will have to worry about expiration of one more account. If you are not diligent about this and she is a infrequent traveler, that might become a problem. I learned it a hard way when my mom's account expired and was totaly purged from the system due to inactivity. All post were lost, luckily there weren't that many.
Transferring Starwood points sounds like a great idea!
Mar 24, 2008, 1:04 am
#74
Company Representative - Starwood
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Singapore
Programs: SPG
Posts: 4,002
Hi suburbia,
Yes, but you have to write in to SPG or call your nearest Customer Contact Centre to do that.
Thank you and have a nice day!
[email protected]
Yes, but you have to write in to SPG or call your nearest Customer Contact Centre to do that.
Thank you and have a nice day!
[email protected]
Mar 24, 2008, 1:09 am
#75
Company Representative - Starwood
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Singapore
Programs: SPG
Posts: 4,002
Hi everyone,
You may transfer your Starpoints as long as the following requirements are met:
1. Both members live at the same address
2. The member from whose account the Starpoints are being deducted must advise us of his/her password
3. Neither member is an employee of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
As passwords are involved, I would recommend calling your nearest Customer Contact centres to process the transfers. Avoid writing in.
You may transfer your Starpoints as long as the following requirements are met:
1. Both members live at the same address
2. The member from whose account the Starpoints are being deducted must advise us of his/her password
3. Neither member is an employee of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
As passwords are involved, I would recommend calling your nearest Customer Contact centres to process the transfers. Avoid writing in.