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- United Airlines will drop flight-segment metrics for elite status on Jan. 1 2027.
- Members must earn only Premier Qualifying Points and complete four United or United Express trips.
- Silver, Gold and Platinum thresholds remain at 6,000, 12,000 and 18,000 PQPs.
- Premier 1K requirement rises to 32,000 PQPs, up from 28,000 in 2026.
- Cardholders with an eligible United credit card by Dec. 31 2026 receive a 5% PQP deposit and 600-1,600 starter PQPs.