You are planning your week-long annual family vacation. What if you book 5 nights at a luxury hotel and have to pay only for 4 nights? That is just the beginning with Marriott Bonvoy, one of the world’s most extensive hotel loyalty programs. Members can unlock perks like free room upgrades, lounge access, complimentary breakfast/meals, early check-in, late check-out, etc. The program goes all out to make your family vacation more comfortable, enjoy more perks, and take back home more lifelong memories.
The program is perfectly tailored to the needs of the value-conscious Indian traveller who looks to derive maximum value from every Rupee spent. In this article, we will understand what the Marriott Bonvoy program is, its membership tiers and their benefits, how to earn and redeem Marriott Bonvoy points, how credit cards can help you maximise rewards, and more.
About Marriott International
Marriott International operates one of the world’s largest hotel chains with 9,800+ properties. These properties spanning across 30 leading brands are spread across 144 countries. So, no matter which part of the planet you travel to, you will find a Marriott property to stay in. Marriott International caters to the needs of all people across various income categories, from budget to luxury hotels.
Some luxury brands that Marriott International offers include The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, W Hotels, JW Marriott, etc. The premium category includes brands like Marriott, Sheraton, Westin, Le Meridien, etc. The select category is placed below the premium category and includes brands like Courtyard, Four Points, Fairfield, Aloft Hotels, and Moxy.
Marriott International has 160+ operational properties in India as of August 2025. The group is planning to have 250 properties in India in the near future. Indian travellers can enjoy the benefits of the Marriott Bonvoy program with stays in Marriott hotels in India and across the globe.
What is Marriott Bonvoy?
Marriott Bonvoy is the hotel loyalty program offered by Marriott International, designed to provide a superior experience to its members during their stay at participating hotels. The program has various membership tiers, which, when achieved, provide specified benefits to the members. The higher the membership tier, the more benefits a member enjoys.
Members can earn Marriott Bonvoy (MB) points for stays and other eligible spends at various participating properties. The accumulated points can be redeemed for free stays at various participating properties. So, a member can earn points, redeem points, enjoy free nights, and many other perks.
The Marriott Bonvoy membership is lifetime free. So, there is no joining fee or annual renewal fee.
Membership tiers: Your pathway to exclusive perks
The Marriott Bonvoy program has various membership tiers. A member can move up from one tier to another by staying more nights at participating hotels. The higher the membership tier, the more benefits a member enjoys.
Member
An individual starts their Marriott Bonvoy journey with the Member tier (base tier). The eligibility criteria is 0 to 9 night stays at participating hotels in a year. The benefits include:
Member rates
For bookings done through the Marriott Bonvoy App or Marriott website, members enjoy access to exclusive rates.
Free in-room Wi-Fi
A member can stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi.
Mobile check-in and mobile key
A member can use the Marriott Bonvoy App to check into their room and then use their mobile phone as the room key.
Instant redemption
A member can instantly redeem their MB points during their stay. The points can be redeemed for meals, beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), spa treatments, and anything else that can be charged to the hotel room.
Cash + points
A member can pay for their room with a combination of MB points and cash.
Silver Elite
A member must complete 10 qualifying nights at participating hotels in a year for Silver Elite. A Marriott Bonvoy HDFC Bank Credit Cardholder gets 10 Elite Nights as a welcome benefit. Thus, after the credit of 10 Elite Nights, they get upgraded to Silver Elite if their membership tier is Member. Apart from joining benefits, a Marriott Bonvoy HDFC Bank Credit Cardholder receives the benefit of 10 Elite Nights every year at the time of renewal. The benefits of Silver Elite include:
All the benefits of the Member tier
Silver Elite members get member rates, free in-room Wi-Fi, mobile check-in and mobile key, instant redemption, cash + points, etc.
10% bonus points on stays
A Silver Elite earns 10% more MB points than a Member on every eligible hotel purchase (room rate and incidentals like dining, spa, etc.).
Ultimate reservation guarantee
Once the booking is confirmed, the Silver Elite is guaranteed that their reservation will be honoured. If not honoured, Marriott Bonvoy will pay for your stay at a nearby hotel and compensate you for the inconvenience.
Priority late check-out
The Silver Elite can do a late check-out (subject to availability).
Gold Elite
A member must complete 25 qualifying nights at participating hotels in a year for Gold Elite. An American Express Platinum Cardholder gets an upgrade to Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite Status as one of the card benefits. The cardholder continues to hold the Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite tier till they hold the American Express Platinum Charge Card. The benefits include:
Benefits of Silver Elite
A Gold Elite is entitled to Silver Elite benefits like member rates, free Wi-Fi, mobile check-in and mobile key, instant redemption, cash + points, ultimate reservation guarantee, etc.
25% bonus points on stays
You get 25% more MB points than a Member on every eligible hotel purchase (room rate and incidentals).
Enhanced room upgrade
A Gold Elite can get a room upgrade, subject to availability at the time of check-in.
Late check-out
You can do a late check-out till 2 PM, subject to room availability.
Welcome gift of points
You will get a welcome gift of 250 or 500 MB points, depending on the hotel brand, at the time of arrival.
Platinum Elite
A member must complete 50 qualifying nights at participating hotels in a year for Platinum Elite. The benefits include:
Benefits of Gold Elite
Platinum Elite members enjoy Gold benefits like member rates, free Wi-Fi, mobile check-in and mobile key, instant redemption, cash + points, ultimate reservation guarantee, etc.
50% bonus points on stays
You get 50% more MB points than a Member on every eligible hotel purchase.
Enhanced room upgrade (including select suites)
A Platinum Elite can get a room upgrade, including select suites, subject to availability at the time of check-in.
Late check-out till 4 PM
Subject to availability.
Welcome gift
You can choose between MB points, breakfast or an amenity at check-in (depends on brand).
Lounge access
At hotels with lounges, a Platinum Elite will have full access and complimentary breakfast.
Annual choice benefit (50 nights)
Members with 50 Elite Night Credits can choose one from:
- 5 nightly upgrade awards
- US $1,000 off on a bed from a Marriott retail brand
- Gift Silver Elite status
- US $100 charity donation
- 5 Elite Night Credits
Dedicated Elite support
Platinum Elite members have 24/7 access to a helpline for booking needs.
Titanium Elite
A member must complete 75 qualifying nights at participating hotels in a year for Titanium Elite. The benefits include:
Benefits of Platinum Elite
A Titanium Elite is entitled to Platinum benefits like enhanced upgrades (including suites), late check-out till 4 PM, lounge access, annual choice benefit(s), dedicated Elite support, etc.
75% bonus points on stays
You get 75% more MB points than a Member on every eligible hotel purchase.
Complimentary United MileagePlus Premier Silver Status
A Titanium Elite member is eligible to register and enjoy United MileagePlus Premier Silver Status.
Additional annual choice benefit (75 nights)
Members with 75 Elite Night Credits can choose one from:
- 1 free night award
- 5 nightly upgrade awards
- US $1,000 off on a bed from a Marriott retail brand
- Gift Gold Elite status
- US $100 charity donation
- 5 Elite Night Credits
48-hour guarantee
If you book a room by 3 PM, 48 hours prior to arrival, the hotel will always have a room available for you.
Hertz Five Star Status
Marriott Bonvoy has partnered with Hertz to provide qualified members with complimentary Hertz Gold Plus Rewards Five Star Status.
Ambassador Elite
A member must complete 100 qualifying nights and US $23,000+ spends at participating hotels in a year for Ambassador Elite. The benefits include:
Benefits of Titanium Elite
Ambassador Elite members enjoy Titanium benefits like enhanced upgrades, late check-out, lounge access, multiple annual choice benefits, United MileagePlus Silver status, 48-hour guarantee, etc.
75% bonus points on stays
You get 75% more MB points than a Member on every eligible hotel purchase.
Hertz President’s Circle Status
Qualified members get complimentary Hertz Gold Plus Rewards President’s Circle Status.
Ambassador service
The Ambassador service provides anytime and anywhere assistance for stays.
Yours24
You can choose the check-in time and stay in the room till the same time on the day of check-out (subject to availability and prior request).
Marriott Bonvoy Membership Tiers
The program is structured into six membership tiers, starting with the base Member level and progressing to the aspirational Ambassador Elite. Each tier offers increasingly valuable benefits.
| Membership Level | Qualification Criteria | Earning Rate (Points per $1) | Core Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Member | Free to enroll | 10 base points | Member-exclusive rates, free in-room Wi-Fi, mobile check-in/out |
| Silver Elite | 10 qualifying nights per year | 10% bonus (11 total) | Priority late checkout (subject to availability), dedicated customer service |
| Gold Elite | 25 qualifying nights per year | 25% bonus (12.5 total) | 2 PM late checkout (subject to availability), enhanced room upgrades, welcome gift of points |
| Platinum Elite | 50 qualifying nights per year | 50% bonus (15 total) | 4 PM late checkout, enhanced room upgrades (including suites), welcome gift choice, lounge access, annual Choice Benefit |
| Titanium Elite | 75 qualifying nights per year | 75% bonus (17.5 total) | All Platinum benefits plus second Choice Benefit, 48-hour room guarantee |
| Ambassador Elite | 100+ nights and $23,000 USD in qualifying spend per year | 75% bonus (17.5 total) | All Titanium benefits plus Ambassador service and Your24 |
Comparison of Elite benefits based on tier
| Silver | Gold | Platinum | Titanium | Ambassador | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eligibility | 10 qualifying nights/year | 25 qualifying nights/year | 50 qualifying nights/year | 75 qualifying nights/year | 100 qualifying nights/year + US $23,000 spend |
| Bonus points | 10% | 25% | 50% | 75% | 75% |
| Ultimate reservation guarantee | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Late check-out | Priority late check-out | 2 PM | 4 PM | 4 PM | 4 PM |
| Welcome gift | NA | Points | Points, breakfast or amenity | Points, breakfast or amenity | Points, breakfast or amenity |
| Room upgrade | NA | Yes | Yes, including select suites | Yes, including select suites | Yes, including select suites |
| Dedicated support | NA | NA | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Lounge access | NA | NA | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 48-hour guarantee | NA | NA | NA | Yes | Yes |
| Your24 | NA | NA | NA | NA | Yes |
| Ambassador service | NA | NA | NA | NA | Yes |
| Hertz Gold Plus Rewards | NA | NA | Fast track to Five Star | Five Star | President’s Circle |
| United MileagePlus | NA | NA | NA | Yes | Yes |
Step-by-Step Enrollment Guide
Enrolling in the Marriott Bonvoy program is completely free and can be done online in just a few minutes.
- Visit the official Marriott website or app: Go to the Marriott Bonvoy homepage and click on “Join Now” or “Create an account”.
- Fill in your personal details: Provide your name, email address, country of residence (India), and create a strong password.
- Provide a physical address: Enter your residential address in India.
- Verify your account: Marriott will send a verification email. Click the link in the email to complete the process.
- Receive your member number: Once verified, you will be assigned a unique Marriott Bonvoy member number.
Sign-Up Bonuses & Status Matches: While there may not be a standard sign-up bonus, keep an eye on special promotions. You can also fast-track your elite status by obtaining a co-branded credit card in India or through status matches if you hold a high-level status with a competing hotel loyalty program (e.g., HDFC Bank Marriott Bonvoy Credit Card or American Express Platinum).
Accelerating your Elite status journey
Status Challenge
With the Status Challenge, a Marriott Bonvoy member can achieve:
- Gold Elite by staying 8 nights within 3 months (vs 25 nights usually).
- Platinum Elite by staying 16 nights within 3 months (vs 50 nights usually).
A member needs to enroll for the Status Challenge by calling the Marriott Bonvoy helpline. You will receive an email with the enrolment confirmation and terms.
Important: Only paid nights booked at Marriott.com count. Award nights, Cash + Points, promotional elite nights, credit card elite nights, etc., do not count. Status is upgraded 24–48 hours post-challenge completion. A member can enroll for the Status Challenge once in 3 years.
Elite status with credit cards
Marriott Bonvoy HDFC Bank Credit Card
- Provides 10 Elite Nights as a welcome benefit → upgrades a Member to Silver Elite.
- 10 Elite Nights are added every year on renewal to help retain/upgrade Elite status.
American Express Platinum Card
- Offers Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite status as a joining/ongoing benefit.
- You continue to enjoy Gold Elite till you hold the Amex Platinum Card.
Marriott Bonvoy lifetime status
| Lifetime Status | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Lifetime Silver Elite | 250 qualifying nights + 5 years as Silver Elite or higher |
| Lifetime Gold Elite | 400 qualifying nights + 7 years as Gold Elite or higher |
| Lifetime Platinum Elite | 600 qualifying nights + 10 years as Platinum Elite or higher |
For members with lifetime status, MB points never expire. They enjoy the respective elite benefits for life and don’t need to requalify annually.
Earning Marriott Bonvoy points
There are multiple ways in which a Marriott Bonvoy member can earn MB points.
Hotel stays
A member can stay at any of the 9,000+ Marriott Bonvoy participating properties and earn MB points on spends like room rent, dining, beverages, spa services, golf rounds, etc.
The earning rate varies across brands, ranging from 2.5 to 10 MB points per US $1 spent. For example:
- 10 MB points per US $1: The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, W Hotels, Sheraton, Westin, etc.
- 5 MB points per US $1: Residence Inn, Element, Apartments, City Express, etc.
- 4 MB points per US $1: StudioRes
- 2.5 MB points per US $1: Marriott Executive Apartments
Suppose a member spends US $1 at a property where the base earn rate is 10 MB points per $1. Depending on Elite status, MB points earned will be:
| Elite status | Bonus points | MB points per US $1 spent |
|---|---|---|
| Member | – | 10 |
| Silver | 10% bonus | 11 |
| Gold | 25% bonus | 12.5 |
| Platinum | 50% bonus | 15 |
| Titanium & Ambassador | 75% bonus | 17.5 |
Marriott Bonvoy HDFC Bank Credit Card
Rewards structure:
- 8 MB points per ₹150 spent at hotels participating in Marriott Bonvoy
- 4 MB points per ₹150 spent on travel, dining, and entertainment
- 2 MB points per ₹150 spent on all other eligible spends
Additional features:
- 1 Free Night Award (up to 15,000 MB points) on first eligible spend or fee levy
- 1 Free Night Award (up to 15,000 MB points) on ₹6 lakh annual spends
- 1 Free Night Award (up to 15,000 MB points) on ₹9 lakh annual spends
- 1 Free Night Award (up to 15,000 MB points) on ₹15 lakh annual spends
- 10 Elite Nights joining & 10 Elite Nights annually
Transfer from credit cards
American Express → Marriott Bonvoy
- Transfer ratio: 1:1 for eligible Amex cards.
- Cards:
- Platinum Travel Credit Card
- Membership Rewards Credit Card (MRCC)
- Gold Card
- All above earn 1 MR point per ₹50 spent (base), plus milestone bonuses.
HSBC → Marriott Bonvoy (sample ratios):
| HSBC credit card | Transfer ratio to Marriott Bonvoy |
|---|---|
| HSBC Prive Credit Card | 1:1 |
| HSBC Premier Credit Card | 1:1 |
| HSBC TravelOne Credit Card | 1:1 |
| HSBC Visa Platinum / RuPay Platinum | 2:1 |
HSBC TravelOne Credit Card highlights:
- 4 reward points on airlines, travel aggregators, foreign currency spends
- 2 reward points on other spends
- Accelerated rewards via “HSBC Rewards | Travel with Points” portal:
- Flight tickets: 16 points/₹100 (4X)
- Hotels: 24 points/₹100 (6X)
- Car rentals: 8 points/₹100 (2X)
Axis Bank → Marriott Bonvoy (sample ratios):
| Axis Bank credit card | Transfer ratio to Marriott Bonvoy |
|---|---|
| Burgundy Private Credit Card | 5:4 |
| Reserve Credit Card | 5:2 |
| Magnus Credit Card | 5:2 |
| Atlas Credit Card | 2:1 |
| Horizon Credit Card | 1:1 |
| Olympus Credit Card | 1:4 |
Bonus for transfer of credit card reward points
Banks like Axis Bank and American Express sometimes offer bonus MB points on transfers (e.g., 10–30% extra points in special campaigns). Timing your transfers around these offers can significantly boost your balance.
Transfer from airline partners
Some airline programs allow transfer of airmiles to Marriott Bonvoy in ratios like:
| Airmiles program | Transfer ratio to Marriott Bonvoy |
|---|---|
| Aeroplan | 1:1 |
| ANA Mileage Club | 1:1 |
| United MileagePlus | 1:1 |
| Cathay Pacific | 2:1 |
| Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer | 2:1 |
| Emirates Skywards | 3:2 |
| Japan Airlines JAL Mileage Bank | 4:3 |
| Qatar Airways Privilege Club | 2:1 |
Purchasing Marriott Bonvoy points
A member can buy MB points via Points.com. Marriott often runs promotions with bonus MB points (e.g., up to 50% bonus on purchased points). The minimum purchase is typically 2,000 MB points, with bonuses varying per member.
Transfer from Club ITC
A Club ITC member can transfer Green Points to Marriott Bonvoy at a 2:3 ratio (2 Green Points = 3 MB points).
- Minimum transfer: 2,000 Green Points (in multiples of 100).
- Max 40,000 Green Points/year (up to 10,000 per quarter).
- Transfer via online account or email clubitc.care@itchotels.in.
Bonus points during limited-time offers
Marriott runs campaigns offering bonus MB points and elite nights (e.g., 1,000 bonus MB points + 1 bonus elite night per paid night at select properties).
Member referrals
- You earn 2,000 bonus points per stay of your referral, up to 5 stays → 10,000 points per referral.
- Referrals: up to 5 per year → up to 50,000 bonus points.
- Your friend also earns 2,000 bonus points per stay, up to 10,000 bonus points.
Other earning opportunities
- Organising events at Marriott properties
- Marriott Bonvoy Tours & Activities
- Premier Experiences and curated private tours
- Shows (music, theatre, sports, arts)
- Car rentals via Hertz
- City and airport transfers
Maximising rewards: Redeeming Marriott Bonvoy points wisely
Hotel stays
A member can redeem MB points for stays at any of the 9,000+ participating properties. While booking, select “Use Points/Awards” and search for hotels. The points required are dynamic and usually start from 5,000 points per night, depending on property, occupancy, season, etc.
Typical redemption value: ~₹0.40–₹0.80 per point (often higher at luxury properties during peak periods).
Free Night Award: If you have a Free Night Award (e.g., 15,000-point certificate), you can:
- Book a night with up to 15,000 points requirement; or
- Top up with up to 15,000 extra points (e.g., 15,000 certificate + 5,000 points for a 20,000-point night).
Free Night Awards are valid on standard rooms only and subject to availability. Resort fees, if applicable, may still be payable.
Stay for 5, Pay for 4
When a member redeems points for 5 consecutive nights under one reservation, MB points are charged for only 4 nights. The night with the lowest point requirement is free.
- Applies to stays booked with points only (not Cash + Points or Free Night Awards).
- Applies to standard rooms at participating hotels.
Redemption during stays for food & other services
MB points can be redeemed during stays for food, beverages, spa, golf, etc. The redemption rate is:
250 MB points = US $1
Transfer to airline partners
Marriott Bonvoy has partnerships with 38 airline programs. Typical transfer ratio: 3 MB points = 1 airmile. You can transfer between 3,000 and 240,000 MB points per day.
- For every 60,000 MB points transferred, you get a bonus 5,000 airmiles.
- For United MileagePlus, the bonus is 10,000 airmiles per 60,000 MB points.
Marriott Bonvoy Moments
With Marriott Bonvoy Moments, a member can:
- Bid MB points in auctions; or
- Redeem MB points for fixed-price experiences.
These can include sporting events, concerts, gourmet dining, VIP access, and other lifestyle experiences.
Transfer to another member
- Minimum transfer: 1,000 points
- Maximum: 1,00,000 points per year sent
- Max received: 5,00,000 points per year
- Accounts must be in good standing and open for at least 30 days (with activity) or 90 days (without).
Donation to charity
If you don’t want to use your points for travel, you can donate them to charity partners focused on areas like nurturing, sustainability, and empowerment.
MB points can also be used for flights, cruises, car rentals, and gift cards, but these usually offer lower value compared to hotel stays.
Redemption Hacks: Take Your Points Further
Free Night Awards & dynamic pricing
Dynamic pricing means point requirements vary by date and demand:
- Fairfield in a Tier-2 Indian city: ~15,000 points/night (cash value ₹6,000–₹8,000).
- JW Marriott or other luxury in metros: 40,000–60,000 points/night (cash value ₹15,000–₹25,000+).
Use the 5th Night Free Benefit
Redeem points for 5 nights, pay for 4 in points → effective 20% discount on total points needed for longer stays.
Transferring credit card points
- Amex Membership Rewards → Marriott Bonvoy at 1:1.
- Axis Bank, HSBC, and others → transfer in varying ratios.
- Useful to top up for specific redemptions (e.g., adding 10,000–20,000 points for a luxury stay).
Redemption dos and don’ts
Dos
- Politely ask for upgrades: Even as Member/Silver, request upgrades at check-in.
- Use “Stay for 5, Pay for 4” smartly: Plan 5-night redemptions to get 20% effective discount.
- Hunt high-value redemptions: Compare cash rate vs points needed to find >₹0.80/point situations.
- Book well in advance: More chance of lower points requirement and better availability. Most bookings are flexible and cancellable.
Don’ts
- Don’t redeem for low-value options: Avoid using points for on-property charges at 250 points = US $1 unless you must.
- Don’t let points expire: Accounts with no activity for 24 months lose all points. Keep the account active by earning, redeeming, or buying points.
Note: Points for members with lifetime elite status never expire.
Club Marriott
Club Marriott is a paid dining and lifestyle membership program (separate from Marriott Bonvoy). Benefits include:
- Up to 30% dining discounts
- Up to 20% discount on best available room rate
- Up to 20% discount on spa treatments
Benefits apply at participating hotels in the Asia Pacific region. You can often club Club Marriott benefits with Marriott Bonvoy benefits during stays.
Some premium credit cards provide complimentary Club Marriott membership, e.g.:
- HDFC Bank Infinia Credit Card
- HDFC Bank Diners Club Black Credit Card
- Kotak White Reserve Credit Card
Family pooling
Family pooling allows families to combine points in one account for big redemptions.
- Max 1,00,000 points can be transferred per year.
- Max 5,00,000 points can be received per year.
- Max 2 transfer transactions per month and 6 per year.
- Minimum 1,000 points per transfer.
Family members can earn MB points separately and then transfer them to a single member who books the family vacation.
Pro Tips for Indian Travellers
1. Transfer points via Club ITC to Marriott
For Axis Bank Atlas Credit Card:
- Atlas → partners: 1:2 for many, but 2:1 for Marriott Bonvoy.
- Hack: transfer Atlas points to Club ITC (1:2), then Club ITC Green Points to MB (2:3).
Example:
- 100 Axis Atlas points → direct to MB at 2:1 → 50 MB points.
- 100 Atlas points → Club ITC at 1:2 → 200 Green Points → MB at 2:3 → 300 MB points.
2. Watch out for points transfer bonus offers
Amex frequently gives 10–30% bonus when transferring MR points to MB. Plan large transfers only when such offers are live.
3. Consider Marriott Moments
Marriott Bonvoy Moments can be especially valuable for Indian members during tie-ups like:
- Sports (e.g., IPL team partnerships like Mumbai Indians)
- Concerts, curated events, and VIP experiences
Is the Marriott Bonvoy program for you?
If you are a frequent traveller, the Marriott Bonvoy program has a lot to offer. It provides access to 9,000+ hotels under 30+ brands in 100+ countries. While staying at these hotels, you earn elite nights and MB points. The more you stay, the higher your elite status and the more loyalty benefits you enjoy.
You can transfer credit card reward points to Marriott Bonvoy, redeem points for stays, dining, golf, spas, and experiences. The lifetime free Marriott Bonvoy program provides tremendous opportunities to earn and redeem points while doing what you love: travel.
Tips to Maximise Points
- Use co-branded & partner credit cards: HDFC Marriott Bonvoy Credit Card, Amex Platinum, Axis/HSBC cards with transfer options.
- Dine without a stay: “Marriott Bonvoy on Wheels” and Club Marriott earn points even when you aren’t checked in.
- Check promotions regularly: Look for double points, bonus nights, and property-specific offers in your MB account.
- Book direct: Always book via Marriott.com, app, or call centre. OTAs (MakeMyTrip, etc.) usually don’t earn points or elite nights.
- Refer friends: Use referral links to earn up to 50,000 bonus points per year.
FAQs
Do Marriott Bonvoy points expire?
Yes. MB points expire if your account has no qualifying activity for 24 consecutive months. Any earn, redeem, or purchase activity resets the clock. For lifetime elite members, points never expire.
How long is my elite status valid?
Your elite status is valid for the rest of the year you earn it, the full next year, and until around February of the following year. For example, status earned in November 2025 will typically be valid until February 2027.
Can I pool points with my family?
Yes. You can transfer points to family or friends within the annual limits (up to 1,00,000 points sent and 5,00,000 points received per year). This is ideal for pooling points for big redemptions.