
United Club Card General Travel
$695/yr annual fee. 5 general travel benefits, with what each is worth and the limits that apply.
- Annual fee
- $695/yr
- Estimated value
- $208/yr
- Benefits
- 5
Global Entry or TSA PreCheck Credit
CreditGet reimbursed for Global Entry, TSA PreCheck, or NEXUS application fees with automatic statement credits every 4 years.
Pro Tips
- 1Choose Global Entry over TSA PreCheck - it costs $120 but includes TSA PreCheck plus expedited customs
- 2Credit renews every 4 years, covering renewals as well as initial applications
- 3Global Entry gives you access to TSA PreCheck lanes plus faster customs clearance
Value Analysis
- Estimated Value
- $25
No Foreign Transaction Fees
3% offSave 3% on every purchase abroad. No fees when using your card internationally or for foreign currency transactions.
Pro Tips
- 1This makes the card excellent for international travel
- 2Works for both in-person and online purchases in foreign currencies
- 3Combine with 4x earning on United flights for strong value on international travel
Premier Access Travel Services
IncludedPremier Access at United hubs with priority check-in, security lanes, Group 2 boarding, and priority baggage handling.
Pro Tips
- 1Premier Access security lanes can save 15-30 minutes during peak travel times
- 2Group 2 boarding ensures overhead bin space on full flights
- 3Priority baggage handling often means your bags arrive first at baggage claim
- 4Most valuable at busy United hubs like Newark, Chicago, Denver, and San Francisco
Earn up to 20,000-miles in award flight discounts each year
IncludedEarn a 10,000-mile discount after spending $20,000 each calendar year with your United ClubSM Card — up to two times per calendar year.
Value Analysis
- Estimated Value
- $120
Free First and Second Checked Bags
IncludedFree first and second checked bags for you plus one companion. Save up to $440 per round-trip on United flights.
Pro Tips
- 1Covers both first AND second bags for both travelers - rare among airline cards
- 2Works on all United flights, domestic and international
- 3Companion must be on same reservation to receive benefit
- 4Total savings: $35 + $45 = $80 per person per flight, or $160 round-trip for cardholder
Value Analysis
- Face Value
- $70
- Estimated Value
- $63