{"id":115111,"date":"2025-10-01T19:20:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-01T13:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?p=115111"},"modified":"2025-10-01T13:09:16","modified_gmt":"2025-10-01T07:39:16","slug":"american-express-amex-platinum-ends-avis-presidents-club-benefit-from-november-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2025\/10\/01\/american-express-amex-platinum-ends-avis-presidents-club-benefit-from-november-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"American Express AMEX Platinum Ends Avis President\u2019s Club Benefit from November 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>NEW YORK-<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=AMEX\">American Express (AMEX)<\/a> has confirmed it will remove Avis President\u2019s Club status from the Platinum Charge Card\u2019s list of travel perks, effective 1 November 2025. Avis members who currently enjoy this elite status through the card will keep their benefits until the end of 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The decision marks another adjustment to The Platinum Card\u2019s portfolio of privileges. Cardholders who have not yet registered for the Avis President\u2019s Club membership still have until 31 October 2025 to enrol and lock in their status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/American-Express-Airline-Chargeback-1024x512.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-106873\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/American-Express-Airline-Chargeback-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/American-Express-Airline-Chargeback-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/American-Express-Airline-Chargeback-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/American-Express-Airline-Chargeback-50x25.webp 50w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/American-Express-Airline-Chargeback-1600x800.webp 1600w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/American-Express-Airline-Chargeback-1536x768.webp 1536w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/American-Express-Airline-Chargeback-150x75.webp 150w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/American-Express-Airline-Chargeback-450x225.webp 450w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/American-Express-Airline-Chargeback-1200x600.webp 1200w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/American-Express-Airline-Chargeback.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: American Express<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-amex-ends-avis-president-club-benefits\">AMEX Ends Avis President Club Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Introduced in 2022, the Avis President\u2019s Club membership was one of the valuable travel benefits bundled with the AMEX Platinum Charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Like other elite statuses tied to the card, such as Hilton Honors Gold and Marriott Bonvoy Gold, it provided automatic recognition without annual requalification. Members enjoyed priority service, better access to rental cars, and complimentary upgrades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From 1 November 2025, enrolments for Avis President\u2019s Club via AMEX Platinum will close. However, existing members will retain their benefits until 31 December 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After that date, renewal will depend on meeting Avis\u2019 standard criteria: either completing at least 10 rentals per membership year or spending a minimum of <strong>\u20ac2,000 annually<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-4-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Delta SkyMiles\u00ae American Express Cards Offer More Rewards &amp; Benefits\" class=\"wp-image-56030\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-4-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-4-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-4-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-4-1600x1067.png 1600w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-4-1536x1024.png 1536w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-4-2048x1365.png 2048w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-4-750x500.png 750w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-4-1140x760.png 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Business Wire<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-secure-avis-president-s-club-before-the-deadline\">How to Secure Avis President\u2019s Club Before the Deadline<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Platinum Charge cardholders who wish to lock in their Avis President\u2019s Club status should register by 31 October 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enrolment can be completed using the code <strong>Platinum<\/strong>, and processing usually takes 6-8 weeks. This benefit applies to both principal and supplementary cardholders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, Platinum cardholders booking with AWD code <strong>K545000<\/strong> can access 10-25% discounts on Avis rentals. While this discount can be useful, comparing quotes through services like AutoSlash is recommended to ensure the best rate, <a href=\"https:\/\/milelion.com\/2025\/09\/30\/amex-platinum-charge-scraps-avis-presidents-club-membership\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Mile Lion<\/a> reported.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/HND-Centurion-Lounge-2-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"Amex Centurion Lounge Tokyo Haneda Airport, Japan\" class=\"wp-image-103346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/HND-Centurion-Lounge-2-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/HND-Centurion-Lounge-2-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/HND-Centurion-Lounge-2-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/HND-Centurion-Lounge-2-50x33.webp 50w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/HND-Centurion-Lounge-2-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/HND-Centurion-Lounge-2-450x300.webp 450w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/HND-Centurion-Lounge-2.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: American Express<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-benefits-of-avis-president-s-club-membership\">Benefits of Avis President\u2019s Club Membership<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Avis President\u2019s Club is the top published tier in Avis\u2019 loyalty programme. Its core benefits include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Priority counter service and vehicle availability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Guaranteed single upgrade at airports and rail stations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complimentary additional driver<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Double upgrades on select cars during weekends (subject to availability)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While marketed as an exclusive tier, availability varies by location, and recognition can be inconsistent compared to competitors like Hertz or National.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-alternative-paths-to-avis-president-s-club-status\">Alternative Paths to Avis President\u2019s Club Status<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even after AMEX Platinum removes this benefit, travellers have other ways to access Avis President\u2019s Club:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Solitaire PPS Club and PPS Club<\/strong>: Eligible members can enrol using dedicated codes to unlock President\u2019s Club benefits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Visa Signature and Visa Infinite<\/strong>: Cardholders can gain instant access by using codes linked to their Visa status. Many Visa Signature cards have accessible income requirements, making this a practical route.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/HND-Centurion-Lounge-3-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"Amex Centurion Lounge Tokyo Haneda Airport, Japan\" class=\"wp-image-103348\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/HND-Centurion-Lounge-3-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/HND-Centurion-Lounge-3-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/HND-Centurion-Lounge-3-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/HND-Centurion-Lounge-3-50x33.webp 50w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/HND-Centurion-Lounge-3-1600x1067.webp 1600w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/HND-Centurion-Lounge-3-1536x1025.webp 1536w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/HND-Centurion-Lounge-3-2048x1366.webp 2048w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/HND-Centurion-Lounge-3-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/HND-Centurion-Lounge-3-450x300.webp 450w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/HND-Centurion-Lounge-3-1200x800.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: American Express<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-other-elite-status-benefits-from-amex-platinum\">Other Elite Status Benefits from AMEX Platinum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite the upcoming change, the AMEX Platinum Charge continues to offer strong hotel and travel privileges. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hilton Honors Gold<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marriott Bonvoy Gold<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Radisson Rewards Premium<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hertz Gold Plus Rewards Five Star<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pan Pacific DISCOVERY Platinum<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These partnerships remain available for enrolment and provide a wide range of perks across travel and accommodation networks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bottom-line\">Bottom Line<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>From 1 November 2025, AMEX Platinum Charge will no longer provide Avis President\u2019s Club membership as a benefit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cardholders have until 31 October 2025 to enrol, with existing members retaining their status until the end of 2026. While this marks a loss in travel perks, alternative routes like Visa Signature and Infinite cards still make the Avis President\u2019s Club accessible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay tuned with us. 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