What happened
- Friends & Family: Pools Avios together; up to 6 people allowed. Only the main member can use the pooled Avios.
- My List: Does not pool Avios but allows the member to use their own Avios for award flights for up to 4 people on the list.
- Recipients must have their own active Privilege Club accounts, even if they do not credit flights to Qatar. This mirrors the structure of British Airways' The Club system. The move likely aims to drive account sign-ups and streamline redemption verification
Qatar Airways is implementing a change to its Privilege Club award redemption rules. Members can no longer simply pay Avios for any passenger; the recipient must be linked to the member's account via the 'Friends & Family' pool or the 'My List' feature. Key details: