Qatar Airways loyalty guide
Qatar Airways Privilege Club
Qatar Airways Privilege Club is most useful for Qatar Airways and Oneworld flyers who want Avios flexibility, strong lounge benefits at higher tiers, and a clear Qpoints-based elite path.
Join cost
Free
Reward currency
Avios
Status metric
Qpoints
Best for
Qatar Airways and Oneworld flyers
Earning
How Privilege Club works
Privilege Club is easiest to understand when you separate Avios from Qpoints. Avios are the reward currency, while Qpoints are only for status.
How earning works
Reward currency
Status metric
What drives flight earning
Partner and card activity earns Qpoints
Reward currency
Status metric
What drives flight earning
Partner and card activity earns Qpoints
Where Avios usually come from
- Avios can be earned on Qatar Airways, Oneworld airlines, hotels, car rentals, shopping partners, and cards.
- Qpoints come from eligible flights only, so status is separate from everyday Avios earning.
- Avios stay active as long as there is at least one qualifying activity in a 36-month period.
Transfer from cards and bank points
Selected source
Accor - Accor Live Limitless
Transfer ratio
2000 : 1500
Transfers to
Qatar Avios
Takes upto 7 days
Tier qualification
How status is earned
Silver, Gold, and Platinum all depend on Qpoints, with separate retention thresholds and a Qatar Airways flying requirement for renewal.
Tier qualification
Qualification
Retention
Qatar Airways share for renewal
Review window
Qualification
Retention
Qatar Airways share for renewal
Review window
Tier benefits
Where the value improves
Gold is often the sweet spot, but Platinum adds stronger lounge access, better baggage, more Qcredits, and better award access.
Airport and lounge value
Bonus Avios on eligible flights
Priority airport services
Lounge access
Extra baggage
Bonus Avios on eligible flights
Priority airport services
Lounge access
Extra baggage
Higher-tier extras
Guaranteed award seat access
Award fee waivers
Qcredits
Redemption discount
Guaranteed award seat access
Award fee waivers
Qcredits
Redemption discount
Program rules
The details worth remembering
Privilege Club has a few details that matter more than they first appear, especially around Avios activity, Qcredits, and family pooling.
Avios expiry
Avios expire after 36 months of inactivity, but any qualifying earn, spend, buy, gift, or transfer activity resets the full balance.
Family Programme
Up to nine family members can pool Avios into a single head account, which is useful for faster redemptions.
Qcredits
Gold and Platinum members receive Qcredits that usually work best for upgrades or extra baggage, and they remain valid for two years.
Platinum extra
Platinum members can nominate one adult for Gold status for one year, which is one of the program's strongest premium perks.
FAQ
Quick answers
Short answers to the main Privilege Club questions people usually have before they commit to earning or transferring Avios.
What is Qatar Airways Privilege Club?
Privilege Club is Qatar Airways' loyalty program. It uses Avios for rewards and Qpoints for tier status.
What is the difference between Avios and Qpoints?
Avios are the reward currency you redeem for flights and upgrades. Qpoints only track elite status and are earned from eligible flights.
How do you qualify for Gold?
Gold requires 300 Qpoints in 12 months, and renewal needs either 270 Qpoints in 12 months or 540 Qpoints in 24 months.
Why is Platinum valuable?
Platinum adds the strongest lounge access, better baggage, 100 percent bonus Avios, more Qcredits, and the ability to nominate one adult for Gold.
Do Avios expire?
Yes, but only after 36 months of inactivity. Any qualifying account activity resets the entire Avios balance.