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Updated Aug 14, 2026 · research
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Citi® AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite™ Mastercard®

The Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite Mastercard® earns AAdvantage® miles at 2X on eligible American Airlines purchases, restaurants, and gas stations, and 1X on all other purchases.

Mastercard
$99
Annual fee
Top rate
N/A
Foreign fee
N/A
Rating

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • 50,000 AAdvantage® bonus miles welcome offer
  • 2X miles on American Airlines purchases, restaurants, and gas stations
  • Preferred boarding and first checked bag free on domestic American Airlines flights
  • No foreign transaction fees
  • Annual fee waived the first year

Cons

  • $99 annual fee after first year
  • Rewards tied to American Airlines AAdvantage® program
  • Requires good credit for approval

Key Takeaways

  • Earn 50,000 bonus AAdvantage® miles after qualifying purchases
  • 2X miles on eligible AA purchases, restaurants, gas; 1X elsewhere
  • Preferred boarding and free first checked bag for up to 5 on domestic AA flights
  • No foreign transaction fees; $0 intro annual fee, then $99
  • Redeem miles for flights, upgrades, car rentals, hotels at 1,000+ destinations

Fees

Fee TypeAmount
Annual Fee$99

Hidden Gems

First Checked Bag Free

Primary cardmember and up to four companions check first bag free on domestic AA itineraries. Requires linking AAdvantage® number, often overlooked by travelers.

Preferred Boarding

Board before general groups on American Airlines flights. Applies only to AA-operated flights, not codeshares or upgrades.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the annual fee?
The annual fee is $0 the first year, then $99 thereafter. This structure makes it accessible for new cardholders to try without upfront cost.
What is the welcome bonus offer?
Earn 50,000 AAdvantage® bonus miles after making qualifying purchases. The bonus has an estimated value of $850. This is a public offer from the official page.
What are the earning rates?
Earn 2 AAdvantage® miles per dollar on eligible American Airlines purchases, restaurants, and gas stations. All other purchases earn 1 mile per dollar. Rates apply to personal spending.
Does this card charge foreign transaction fees?
No foreign transaction fees apply. This benefits travelers using the card abroad.
What American Airlines flight benefits are included?
Cardholders receive preferred boarding on American Airlines flights. The primary cardmember and up to four companions on the same reservation get their first checked bag free on domestic American Airlines itineraries. Link your AAdvantage® number to the reservation to activate these.
How can AAdvantage® miles be redeemed?
Redeem miles for flights to over 1,000 worldwide destinations, Business and First Class upgrades, car rentals, and hotel stays. Award availability varies by destination and class. Redemption options are through the AAdvantage® program.
What credit score is required?
Good credit is required for approval. This mid-tier travel card targets those with established credit.

About This Card

This card suits frequent American Airlines flyers who travel domestically, dine out, and buy gas regularly. It fits those seeking AAdvantage® miles and airline-specific perks without a high ongoing fee.

The Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite Mastercard® earns AAdvantage® miles at 2X on eligible American Airlines purchases, restaurants, and gas stations, and 1X on all other purchases. It offers a 50,000 AAdvantage® bonus mile welcome offer after qualifying purchases. Cardholders get preferred boarding on American Airlines flights and the first checked bag free for the primary cardmember and up to four companions on domestic American Airlines itineraries. Miles redeem for flights to over 1,000 worldwide destinations, upgrades, car rentals, and hotel stays, with no foreign transaction fees.

It stands out with American Airlines-specific perks like free first checked bags and preferred boarding not found on many general travel cards.

Ready to Decide?

Apply for the Citi® AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite™ Mastercard®

Current offer available with a $99 annual fee.

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