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Citi ThankYou Points Transfer Fee-Free to 19 Airline and Hotel Partners With Instant Processing for Most

Premium Strata Elite and Premier cards unlock the best ratios under strict 60-day post-closure and 90-day sharing expiry rules.

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Overview

  • Citi ThankYou cardmembers can send points at no fee to 19 loyalty programs, covering 15 airlines and four hotel chains.
  • Transfers to most partners post instantly, though a handful require between 12 hours and two days to complete.
  • Card selection affects transfer ratios, with Citi Strata Elite and Premier cards typically providing 1:1 value and no-fee cards offering lower ratios for select partners.
  • Members may combine balances across accounts for free and share up to 100,000 points per calendar year, but shared points expire 90 days after receipt and cannot be re-shared.
  • Points in closed accounts expire after 60 days and can be redeemed as statement credit at one cent per point, underscoring the superior value of partner transfers.