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This is an archive thread, the active thread is United Silver Status - Experiences/Q&A
Qualification Requirements
PQM: 25,000
PQS: 30
PQD: $3,000*
4 flight segments on UA or United Express
*PQD requirement is waived if either of the two conditions are met:
1. With $25k spend on across Chase UA Visa cards where the MileagePlus member is the primary cardholder
2. MileagePlus member is a current, primary cardholder of United MileagePlus Presidential Plus Card
Marriott Titanium members also receive complimentary Premier Silver Status
Published Benefits
Complimentary Access to Economy Plus: At check-in
Economy Plus companions allowed: 1
Complimentary Premier Upgrades: Yes
Complimentary Premier Upgrades for companion: Yes
Complimentary Premier Upgrades confirmation: Day of departure
Instant upgrades on Y- or B-class full-fare economy tickets
500 PQM minimum accrual: Yes
Award miles on United and United Express and select partner airlines: 7 x fare
Priority check-in: Yes
Priority screening: Yes (where available)
Boarding group: 2
Priority baggage handling: Yes
Dedicated phone line: Yes
Access to most sold-out flights: Yes
Complimentary checked baggage allowance for domestic economy tickets: 1 bag at 50lbs (23 kg)
Unrestricted access to Standard Awards on UA and UX: Yes
Better access to Saver Awards: Yes
Booking a MileagePlus award ticket by phone: $25
Close-in ( T-24)?
A: Yes (it may appear to want to charge you but it should not
Q: What are the odds I will get a CPU?
A: Sadly, much lower than you probably want to believe. There seems to be slightly better odds on typical vacation routes--e.g., CUN, MCO, FLL, etc.
Q: I checked in exactly at T-24, and my name was #1 on the upgrade list. A few hours later, I'm suddenly #10 on the list! What gives?
A: This post gives a good explanation why. Basically, those with higher upgrade priority checked-in after you, and they be placed above you on the upgrade list. The harsh reality is that you only have priority only above non-rev travelers.
Q: I'm Marriott Titanium Elite, how do I get my Premier Silver status?
A: Go to https://mrrewardsplus.com/en_US/
Q: If I requalify as a Marriott Titanium Elite, do I have to renew my complimentary Premier Silver status every year?
A: Yes
Q: How can I get a United MileagePlus Presidential Plus Card?
A: Sorry, it is no longer offered.
Q: I qualified for Premier Silver this year (2016). The expiration date on the app says 1/31/2017. Shouldn't it be 1/31/2018?
A: The expiration date will automatically update to 2018 in 2017.
Qualification Requirements
PQM: 25,000
PQS: 30
PQD: $3,000*
4 flight segments on UA or United Express
*PQD requirement is waived if either of the two conditions are met:
1. With $25k spend on across Chase UA Visa cards where the MileagePlus member is the primary cardholder
2. MileagePlus member is a current, primary cardholder of United MileagePlus Presidential Plus Card
Marriott Titanium members also receive complimentary Premier Silver Status
Published Benefits
Complimentary Access to Economy Plus: At check-in
Economy Plus companions allowed: 1
Complimentary Premier Upgrades: Yes
Complimentary Premier Upgrades for companion: Yes
Complimentary Premier Upgrades confirmation: Day of departure
Instant upgrades on Y- or B-class full-fare economy tickets
500 PQM minimum accrual: Yes
Award miles on United and United Express and select partner airlines: 7 x fare
Priority check-in: Yes
Priority screening: Yes (where available)
Boarding group: 2
Priority baggage handling: Yes
Dedicated phone line: Yes
Access to most sold-out flights: Yes
Complimentary checked baggage allowance for domestic economy tickets: 1 bag at 50lbs (23 kg)
Unrestricted access to Standard Awards on UA and UX: Yes
Better access to Saver Awards: Yes
Booking a MileagePlus award ticket by phone: $25
Close-in ( T-24)?
A: Yes (it may appear to want to charge you but it should not
Q: What are the odds I will get a CPU?
A: Sadly, much lower than you probably want to believe. There seems to be slightly better odds on typical vacation routes--e.g., CUN, MCO, FLL, etc.
Q: I checked in exactly at T-24, and my name was #1 on the upgrade list. A few hours later, I'm suddenly #10 on the list! What gives?
A: This post gives a good explanation why. Basically, those with higher upgrade priority checked-in after you, and they be placed above you on the upgrade list. The harsh reality is that you only have priority only above non-rev travelers.
Q: I'm Marriott Titanium Elite, how do I get my Premier Silver status?
A: Go to https://mrrewardsplus.com/en_US/
Q: If I requalify as a Marriott Titanium Elite, do I have to renew my complimentary Premier Silver status every year?
A: Yes
Q: How can I get a United MileagePlus Presidential Plus Card?
A: Sorry, it is no longer offered.
Q: I qualified for Premier Silver this year (2016). The expiration date on the app says 1/31/2017. Shouldn't it be 1/31/2018?
A: The expiration date will automatically update to 2018 in 2017.
United Silver Status - Experiences/Q&A {Archive}
Sep 15, 2015, 4:29 am
#901
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: MCO
Programs: UA Silver
Posts: 78
My first upgrade
I was booked in Economy on the 6AM direct flight from MCO - SFO on Tuesday 9/15.
I checked-in at about T-22 and already had my upgrade assignment.
Hopefully it lives up to the hype.
I checked-in at about T-22 and already had my upgrade assignment.
Hopefully it lives up to the hype.
Sep 15, 2015, 7:10 am
#902
Join Date: Jul 2010
Programs: UA Gold
Posts: 18
I am Premier Silver this year; I was Premier Gold last year. While still Gold back in January, I booked a domestic award ticket for tomorrow. After OLCI, I see my boarding pass says "Premier Silver, Star Alliance Gold." I thought you had to be Premier Gold or higher to get *G. Is this a glitch or something to do with having booked the ticket when I was *G?
I'm curious, because I have an upcoming flight next month EWR-ZRH-MXP on LX. Will I have *G for that flight, assuming I'm still Premier Silver by then? I planned to save my United Club pass for that trip, but I'd use it sooner if I know I will be *G traveling internationally.
I'm curious, because I have an upcoming flight next month EWR-ZRH-MXP on LX. Will I have *G for that flight, assuming I'm still Premier Silver by then? I planned to save my United Club pass for that trip, but I'd use it sooner if I know I will be *G traveling internationally.
Sep 15, 2015, 7:57 am
#903
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Los Angeles
Posts: 12,671
Sep 17, 2015, 3:44 pm
#905
Join Date: Sep 2015
Posts: 9
Rookie Question
Hi all,
I am new to this forum and have little knowledge compared to the rest of you regarding mileage/awards. Just as a quick background, I have been traveling the last year on Air Canada from Atlanta to Toronto for work and have been using my United number to accumulate mileage. I wish I knew more about maximizing my rewards from the start, but that ship has obviously sailed. I am getting off the road next week and working in Atlanta and have accumulated the following towards Premier Silver:
15,680 PQM
22 PQS
$3,400 PQD (achieved)
My question is, what would be the easiest, most cost-effective way though year end to go about achieving Silver status for 2016? Thank you for your help, as I truly am a rookie at this whole thing.
I am new to this forum and have little knowledge compared to the rest of you regarding mileage/awards. Just as a quick background, I have been traveling the last year on Air Canada from Atlanta to Toronto for work and have been using my United number to accumulate mileage. I wish I knew more about maximizing my rewards from the start, but that ship has obviously sailed. I am getting off the road next week and working in Atlanta and have accumulated the following towards Premier Silver:
15,680 PQM
22 PQS
$3,400 PQD (achieved)
My question is, what would be the easiest, most cost-effective way though year end to go about achieving Silver status for 2016? Thank you for your help, as I truly am a rookie at this whole thing.
Sep 17, 2015, 4:01 pm
#906
Moderator: United Airlines
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: SFO
Programs: UA LT Plat 2MM, Hyatt Discoverist, Marriott LT Gold, Hilton Silver, IHG Plat
Posts: 67,240
Welcome to FT!, sportsfam31
Status is pretty much, you have to fly it thing. Each year you start all over from zero and then to make the threshold. If your normal travels does not support the needed levels then you need to decide if the extra expense of "status"/"mileage running" is worth it.
You need to provide a little more info on what you think the issue will be for you.
You need to provide a little more info on what you think the issue will be for you.
Sep 17, 2015, 5:35 pm
#907
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: DTW/MBS
Programs: UA 1K, HHonors Diamond, Hyatt Globalist, Formerly Starbucks Gold
Posts: 3,525
Hi all,
I am new to this forum and have little knowledge compared to the rest of you regarding mileage/awards. Just as a quick background, I have been traveling the last year on Air Canada from Atlanta to Toronto for work and have been using my United number to accumulate mileage. I wish I knew more about maximizing my rewards from the start, but that ship has obviously sailed. I am getting off the road next week and working in Atlanta and have accumulated the following towards Premier Silver:
15,680 PQM
22 PQS
$3,400 PQD (achieved)
My question is, what would be the easiest, most cost-effective way though year end to go about achieving Silver status for 2016? Thank you for your help, as I truly am a rookie at this whole thing.
I am new to this forum and have little knowledge compared to the rest of you regarding mileage/awards. Just as a quick background, I have been traveling the last year on Air Canada from Atlanta to Toronto for work and have been using my United number to accumulate mileage. I wish I knew more about maximizing my rewards from the start, but that ship has obviously sailed. I am getting off the road next week and working in Atlanta and have accumulated the following towards Premier Silver:
15,680 PQM
22 PQS
$3,400 PQD (achieved)
My question is, what would be the easiest, most cost-effective way though year end to go about achieving Silver status for 2016? Thank you for your help, as I truly am a rookie at this whole thing.
Sep 17, 2015, 6:53 pm
#908
Moderator: Budget Travel forum & Credit Card Programs, FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: YYJ/YVR and back on Van Isle ....... for now
Programs: UA lifetime MM / *A Gold
Posts: 14,454
I am getting off the road next week and working in Atlanta and have accumulated the following towards Premier Silver:
15,680 PQM
22 PQS
$3,400 PQD (achieved)
My question is, what would be the easiest, most cost-effective way though year end to go about achieving Silver status for 2016?
15,680 PQM
22 PQS
$3,400 PQD (achieved)
My question is, what would be the easiest, most cost-effective way though year end to go about achieving Silver status for 2016?
If Silver is all you want, that is a no brainer @:-)
You need 30 PQS, so only 8 more segments, which means TWO round trips with a connection.
UA regularly attacks AA and DL hubs, and I think you know where you're flying from
Just book a same day flight, say ATL-IAH-DFW-IAH-ATL, spend the day in planes and airports, and voila, 4 segments. Rinse, lather and repeat. 8 segments and :-: Silver :-:
Maybe other airports, I only monitor places where I fly from, but you should be able to do each flight for well under $200, maybe even just a Benjamin.
Sep 17, 2015, 7:35 pm
#909
Join Date: Sep 2015
Posts: 9
Hm, looks like I clicked on the wrong thread, but since I'm here .......
If Silver is all you want, that is a no brainer @:-)
You need 30 PQS, so only 8 more segments, which means TWO round trips with a connection.
UA regularly attacks AA and DL hubs, and I think you know where you're flying from
Just book a same day flight, say ATL-IAH-DFW-IAH-ATL, spend the day in planes and airports, and voila, 4 segments. Rinse, lather and repeat. 8 segments and :-: Silver :-:
Maybe other airports, I only monitor places where I fly from, but you should be able to do each flight for well under $200, maybe even just a Benjamin.
If Silver is all you want, that is a no brainer @:-)
You need 30 PQS, so only 8 more segments, which means TWO round trips with a connection.
UA regularly attacks AA and DL hubs, and I think you know where you're flying from
Just book a same day flight, say ATL-IAH-DFW-IAH-ATL, spend the day in planes and airports, and voila, 4 segments. Rinse, lather and repeat. 8 segments and :-: Silver :-:
Maybe other airports, I only monitor places where I fly from, but you should be able to do each flight for well under $200, maybe even just a Benjamin.
Sep 17, 2015, 7:44 pm
#910
Moderator: Budget Travel forum & Credit Card Programs, FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: YYJ/YVR and back on Van Isle ....... for now
Programs: UA lifetime MM / *A Gold
Posts: 14,454
Sep 18, 2015, 9:23 am
#911
Join Date: Jan 2015
Programs: Marriott Titanium and LTP, Hilton Gold, United Silver
Posts: 786
Hi all,
I am new to this forum and have little knowledge compared to the rest of you regarding mileage/awards. Just as a quick background, I have been traveling the last year on Air Canada from Atlanta to Toronto for work and have been using my United number to accumulate mileage. I wish I knew more about maximizing my rewards from the start, but that ship has obviously sailed. I am getting off the road next week and working in Atlanta and have accumulated the following towards Premier Silver:
15,680 PQM
22 PQS
$3,400 PQD (achieved)
My question is, what would be the easiest, most cost-effective way though year end to go about achieving Silver status for 2016? Thank you for your help, as I truly am a rookie at this whole thing.
I am new to this forum and have little knowledge compared to the rest of you regarding mileage/awards. Just as a quick background, I have been traveling the last year on Air Canada from Atlanta to Toronto for work and have been using my United number to accumulate mileage. I wish I knew more about maximizing my rewards from the start, but that ship has obviously sailed. I am getting off the road next week and working in Atlanta and have accumulated the following towards Premier Silver:
15,680 PQM
22 PQS
$3,400 PQD (achieved)
My question is, what would be the easiest, most cost-effective way though year end to go about achieving Silver status for 2016? Thank you for your help, as I truly am a rookie at this whole thing.
Sep 18, 2015, 2:18 pm
#914
Join Date: May 2012
Programs: UA
Posts: 1,098
Hi all,
I am new to this forum and have little knowledge compared to the rest of you regarding mileage/awards. Just as a quick background, I have been traveling the last year on Air Canada from Atlanta to Toronto for work and have been using my United number to accumulate mileage. I wish I knew more about maximizing my rewards from the start, but that ship has obviously sailed. I am getting off the road next week and working in Atlanta and have accumulated the following towards Premier Silver:
15,680 PQM
22 PQS
$3,400 PQD (achieved)
My question is, what would be the easiest, most cost-effective way though year end to go about achieving Silver status for 2016? Thank you for your help, as I truly am a rookie at this whole thing.
I am new to this forum and have little knowledge compared to the rest of you regarding mileage/awards. Just as a quick background, I have been traveling the last year on Air Canada from Atlanta to Toronto for work and have been using my United number to accumulate mileage. I wish I knew more about maximizing my rewards from the start, but that ship has obviously sailed. I am getting off the road next week and working in Atlanta and have accumulated the following towards Premier Silver:
15,680 PQM
22 PQS
$3,400 PQD (achieved)
My question is, what would be the easiest, most cost-effective way though year end to go about achieving Silver status for 2016? Thank you for your help, as I truly am a rookie at this whole thing.
Sep 21, 2015, 7:17 pm
#915
Join Date: Sep 2015
Posts: 9
Yup..based in ATL. Gona go forward with the ATL-IAD-DFW and back twice. Mileage run to SE Asia seems a little too aggressive for a newbie to this like myself lol