It is a co-branded credit card between American Airlines and Citibank. It is designed to provide cardholders with exclusive benefits and privileges that help enhance their travel experience.
Sign-up bonus
When you apply for the Citi® AAdvantage® Executive Mastercard®, you can earn an enrollment bonus of 50,000 bonus miles by reaching $5,000 in purchase spend within the first three months from date of creation and opening the account.
Elite Status
One of the most valuable benefits of the Citi® AAdvantage® Executive Mastercard® is the ability to earn elite status with American Airlines. Cardholders can earn 10,000 Elite Qualifying Miles (EQM) after spending $40,000 on purchases in a calendar year. This puts you on your way to achieving Gold, Platinum or even Executive Platinum status which comes with priority boarding, free upgrades and other perks.
Admirals Club® Membership
Another standout feature is the Admirals Club® membership that comes with the card (a $650 value). This gives you access to over fifty (50) American Airlines lounges worldwide whose value.
Save on in-flight purchases (25%)
One of the benefits of the Citi® AAdvantage® Executive Mastercard® is the ability to save up to 25% on inflight food and beverage purchases on American Airlines flights. This discount can be applied to purchases made with the card and is automatically credited to the cardholder’s account within ten days of the transaction.
Check-in from a VIP counter
The Citi® AAdvantage® Executive Mastercard® is designed for those who travel frequently and want access to exclusive benefits. One of these benefits is the VIP check-in counter at some airports. With this feature, its cardholders can bypass regular check-in lines and enjoy a faster, more efficient check-in experience.
At many airports, the VIP check-in counter is reserved for first class and business class passengers. However, by holding this credit card, you can enjoy the same benefits regardless of the class of service you are traveling in. This means you can enjoy VIP treatment even if you are traveling in economy class.
Check in the 1st bag free of charge
The savings can add up quickly with this benefit. For example, if you’re traveling with a large family, the cost of checked baggage fees can easily exceed $50 per person each way. If you’re traveling round-trip with eight companions, this benefit can save you up to $540 in checked baggage fees.
Priority boarding
You’ll also get priority boarding on AA flights. This means you’ll be among the first to board the plane, giving you more time to settle in and stow your hand luggage.
Mileage earning
- 2X: For every dollar spent on qualifying American Airlines purchases, you’ll earn 2 AAdvantage miles. This includes flights, in-flight purchases and even Admirals Club® memberships.
- 1X: You will also earn 1 AAdvantage mile per $1 on all other purchases. With no limit to the number of miles you can earn, you can quickly rack up miles and turn them into rewards.
Dedicated concierge
This is a VIP service designed to provide cardholders with assistance and support for all their travel needs. Whether you need help booking a flight or finding a hotel, renting a car, … the dedicated concierge team is there to advise and help you.
No foreign transaction fees
If you’re someone who travels abroad frequently, you’ll appreciate that the Citi® AAdvantage® Executive Mastercard® has no transaction fees outside the United States. This means that you won’t be charged any additional fees when making purchases in foreign currencies.
Annual fees
This card comes with an annual fee of $450. However, the benefits that come with the card can far outweigh the cost of the annual fee, especially if you travel frequently.
Complete the membership application form
Do this by filling in all required fields in the online form. You will need to provide personal information such as your name, address, telephone number and email address. Be sure to read the terms and conditions carefully before proceeding.
– Submit your application
Once you have completed your application, click the “Submit” button. It will be processed and you will receive an answer in a few minutes. If you are approved, you will receive your card in the mail within 5-7 business days.
– Activate your card
When you receive your card in the mail, you will need to activate it before you can start using it. You can activate it by calling the number on the back of the card or by logging into your Citi account online.
– Start using your card
Once activated, you can start using it to make purchases and earn rewards. This credit card offers exclusive benefits such as airport lounge access, priority boarding and free checked baggage on American Airlines flights. You’ll also earn AAdvantage® miles for every dollar spent, which can be redeemed for travel, merchandise & products and more.