How to reach MileagePlus Premier Gold
MileagePlus Premier Gold requires 12,000 PQP (6,000 above Premier Silver). Star Alliance.
Threshold
| PQP required | 12,000 |
| Above Premier Silver | +6,000 |
| Next tier (Premier Platinum) | 18,000 PQP |
PQP accumulate across the full qualifying year toward an absolute threshold.
PQP-only thresholds shown; United also offers a PQF + lower-PQP path.
Full MileagePlus tier ladder
| Tier | PQP required |
|---|---|
| Premier Silver | 6,000 |
| Premier Gold ← | 12,000 |
| Premier Platinum | 18,000 |
| Premier 1K | 28,000 |
Earning PQP
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