# Citi / AAdvantage Executive Mastercard Getting Major Refresh With Higher Fee and New Benefits

_Aug 3 13:04_

Tags: American Airlines, Omni Hotels & Resorts, AAdvantage, Admirals Club, Avis President's Club, Citi / AAdvantage Executive Mastercard, Citi, credit card, airline, hotel

Effective Aug. 23, 2026, the Citi / AAdvantage Executive Mastercard sees its annual fee rise to $695 but gains new statement credits, higher earning rates, and complimentary Omni Champion status

## Summary

Citi and American Airlines are refreshing the Citi / AAdvantage Executive World Elite Mastercard, effective August 23, 2026. The annual fee increases from $595 to $695. Key changes include: up to $500 in American Airlines Vacations statement credits; up to $100 back on inflight and Admirals Club purchases; increased Lyft credits to $180 annually; earning rates on AAdvantage Hotels and Cars increased to 12 miles per dollar; Loyalty Point bonuses increased to up to 40,000; and new perks including complimentary Omni Hotels & Resorts Champion Status and Avis President's Club status

## Why it matters

Affects American Airlines loyalty members and route planners. Relevant for Omni Hotels & Resorts elites and award redeemers. Card-issuer angle via Citi.

## Sources cited

- [The Points Guy](https://thepointsguy.com/news/citi-aadvantage-executive-mastercard-refresh-2026) — Citi / AAdvantage Executive Mastercard is getting a major refresh — here's what's changing

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