Guide to Activating Your Priority Pass Card

Business or leisure travellers travelling by air can benefit from airport lounges. These airport lounges allow travellers to take a break from the otherwise bustling flight journey. You can access these airport lounges at both domestic and international airports. When it comes to international airports, you may consider the Priority Pass programme that gives you privileged access to numerous airport lounges. Members of this elite program are entitled to a suite of benefits to enhance travel experiences. In this article, we talk about Priority Pass and how to activate it.

A Priority Pass is a programme that gives you access to a network of premium airport lounges across the world. Membership benefits and features include:

• Digital membership card: A convenient, eco-friendly solution providing instant digital access to lounge details and entry.
• Complimentary meals: You can refresh yourself in the lounges with a range of complimentary snacks and drinks.
• Well-being packages: You can use your Priority Pass to avail of a range of well-being packages such as massages, manicures, facials and more.
• Lounge visit history: Track your lounge visits and plan your future travels easily.
• Rate and review lounges: Share your experiences and read reviews from fellow travellers to find the best lounges.
• Up-to-date lounge information: Stay informed about new lounges and program updates, enhancing your travel planning.

Primarily, there are two ways you can apply for a Priority Pass:

1. Via the Priority Pass official website 

Individuals can visit the Priority Pass website and apply for the card by paying a subscription fee.

1. Visit the Priority Pass website.
2. Click on ‘Join’.
3. Select a plan, viz., Standard, Standard Plus or Prestige.
4. Fill out the online application form; enter your personal details, delivery address, etc.
5. Pay the subscription fee.
    

2. Via a Credit Card 

With certain specific HDFC Bank Credit Cards, customers can get complimentary airport lounge access under the Priority Pass programme.

For instance, certain HDFC Bank Credit Cardholders who have completed four billed transactions within the last 60 days are eligible. They must fill out an online application form, and a physical copy of the Priority Pass card will be delivered to their doorstep for free.

Here’s how you can activate your Priority Pass:

3. For Priority Passed Purchased Via Official Website

Follow these steps to activate your Priority Pass if you’ve purchased it via the Priority Pass website:

1. On the Priority Pass website, click on ‘Activate Your Account’ in the menu bar. You will be taken to the ‘Activate Your Account’ page.
2. Enter your membership number and the validation code received in the welcome letter.
3. You will be prompted to create an account.
    

Your Priority Pass account will be successfully activated.

4. For Priority Pass Access Via Credit Cards

You don’t need to activate your membership card. However, by creating an online account, you can gain access to attractive offers, discounts and lounge alternatives.

A Credit Card can be a powerful tool in transforming a user’s airport experience. If you’re a business owner, you can consider Commercial Credit Cards from HDFC Bank to better manage your business as well as travel expenses. Check out our range of Commercial Credit Cards here.

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