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These Citi American Airlines cardholders get $225 statement credit, extended companion certificate

  • Joseph Hostetler

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    The positive changes from credit card issuers continue rolling in at an unexpected rate as COVID-19 refuses to relax its grip from the neck of the U.S. economy. This time, Citi shows its philanthropic side by offering relief to cardmembers of the following cards:

    If you’ve got either (or both) cards, good news is coming your way! Here’s what you need to know.

    The information for the CitiBusiness AAdvantage Platinum card has been collected independently by Million Mile Secrets. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.

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    Citi AAdvantage Executive $225 statement credit

    The Citi AAdvantage Executive card is known for three things:

    Seeing as you Admirals Club regulars won’t be frequenting lounges as often as normal for perhaps months longer, this card’s annual fee might look particularly repugnant in the moment. Citi clearly wants you to keep your card, because they’re offering a one-time $225 statement credit when you renew your account (pay the annual fee). This means you’re effectively paying an annual fee of $225 this year. More than fair, in my opinion.

    Note that only those who have been Citi AAdvantage Executive cardmembers as of March 31, 2020, will qualify for this credit.

    CitiBusiness AAdvantage Platinum Select companion certificate expiration

    The CitiBusiness AAdvantage Platinum Select comes with two unique benefits:

    Let me first say that welcome bonus is staggering. If you qualify for this card, go for it. We estimate that American Airlines are worth an average of 1.4 cents each, meaning that bonus can earn you $910 without breaking a sweat (and much more if you know the best use of American miles).

    If you have a small business that has any kind of significant expenses ($30,000+ per year), you’ll likely qualify for the card’s companion certificate, which allows you to bring a travel buddy with you for $99, plus taxes and fees (~$22 to ~$43, based on itinerary).

    American Airlines is extending the expiration date by six months for all companion certificates expiring on or before December 31, 2020. That means you’ve got until the end of June 2021 to use your certificate!

    Read our full CitiBusiness AAdvantage review.

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