How can I get the American Express Priority Pass benefit?

To get the complimentary American Express Priority Pass benefit, register for a Priority Pass™ membership through your eligible Amex card’s online account. Once enrolled, you will receive a Priority Pass membership card in the mail in 10-14 business days. You’ll then have complimentary access to 1,550+ Priority Pass airport lounges worldwide.

How to Get the American Express Priority Pass Benefit

1. Log in to your online account, using your credentials.
2. Select the "Membership" tab, then click "Benefits."
3. Find the Priority Pass section and click "Enroll in Priority Pass Select."
4. Wait for your Priority Pass card to arrive. It should take 10-14 days.

You can also enroll in the Priority Pass program by calling the number you see on the back of your card. Just keep in mind that the American Express Priority Pass benefit is a complementary perk that comes with certain Amex cards, some of which are co-branded.

Notable Amex Cards with Complementary Priority Pass Membership

• American Express Platinum Card®: Complimentary lounge access with no set visit limit and complimentary access for up to two guests at lounges that admit guests. Additional guests are subject to the guest visit fees of the Priority Pass Standard program.
• The Business Platinum Card® from American Express: Complimentary lounge access with no set visit limit and complimentary access for up to two guests at lounges that admit guests. Additional guests are subject to the guest visit fees of the Priority Pass Standard program.
• Centurion® Card from American Express: Complimentary lounge access with no set visit limit and complimentary access for up to two guests at lounges that admit guests. Additional guests are subject to the guest visit fees of the Priority Pass Standard program.
• Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card: Complimentary lounge access with no set visit limit and complimentary access for up to two guests at lounges that admit guests. Additional guests are subject to the guest visit fees of the Priority Pass Standard program.

If your card is eligible for the Priority Pass perk, you can start using the benefit immediately after you get your membership card. Just present the membership card and a same-day boarding pass from any airline to enter a lounge. At each lounge, you’ll be able to enjoy amenities like comfortable seating, complimentary Wi-Fi, snacks and drinks, and more. You can view the locations of all Priority Pass lounges online. 

You should also note that the Platinum Card®, American Express Business Platinum card and Centurion® Card from American Express don’t just offer a Priority Pass membership. They also give you access to the Amex Global Lounge Collection®, which is a network of 7 types of lounges including Priority Pass, Centurion® Lounge network, Escape, and Plaza Premium, among others.