Turn AA/Delta Status Into United Perks With TAP’s Match
TAP Air Portugal is running a paid status match that can convert your American or Delta status into TAP Miles&Go Silver or Gold for up to 12 months. TAP Gold = Star Alliance Gold, which unlocks United Club access (even on domestic itineraries), an extra checked bag, and priority services when you fly United or any Star Alliance carrier.
How It Works
TAP evaluates your current elite tier and, for a fee, grants a comparable TAP tier for a set period. The offer typically runs for a year and sometimes includes a short boost window to help you requalify. Exact fees and eligible programs can change, so apply with a current elite card or statement showing your status.
What You Get On United With Star Alliance Gold
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Lounge access: United Club access when traveling on a same-day Star Alliance flight, including purely domestic United trips when your Gold status is with a non-United program.
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Baggage & priority: At least one extra checked bag on United-operated flights, plus priority check-in, security (where available), boarding, and baggage handling.
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Network-wide perks: Star Gold recognition across partners like Air Canada, Lufthansa, ANA, and more.
Nice-To-Haves
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Credit card tie-in: A U.S. TAP Miles&Go credit card has historically helped with earning or retaining status miles—useful if you want to keep Gold beyond the match period.
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Program stability: TAP is pursuing strategic changes at the corporate level; alliance status benefits remain usable across Star Alliance while your tier is active.
When This Makes Sense
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You mostly fly American or Delta, but occasionally need to fly United and want lounge access, priority treatment, and a simpler airport experience.
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You value United Club access for domestic trips without switching primary loyalty programs.
Bottom Line
Match your AA/Delta status to TAP Gold and you’ll carry Star Alliance Gold for a year—translating to United Club access, free bags, and priority perks whenever you end up on United, all without changing your main airline loyalty.
