🤯 Point Party! Your Ultra-Chill, Totally Legit Guide to Transferring Marriott Points to Your Buddy! 🤩
Let's be real, you've got a mountain of Marriott Bonvoy points sitting in your account like a dragon guarding its gold, and your travel buddy is staring down a dream hotel stay but is, like, a few thousand points short. It's a classic travel problem, right? You want to be a hero, but you're probably thinking, "Can I even do this, or is this some kind of black-market point hustle?"
Well, grab a soda, settle in, because I'm here to spill the tea. The good news? Yes, you absolutely can transfer your Marriott Bonvoy points to another person! And get this—it's totally free! Marriott is seriously generous, letting members share the wealth. No sketchy back-alley deals or shady transactions required. This isn't some fly-by-night operation; it's a solid benefit of being in the Bonvoy club. But, like everything in the points game, there are a few dorky-but-important rules you gotta follow so you don't mess up your next mega-vacay.
We're going to break down the entire process, step-by-step, so you can transfer those points faster than you can say "room service." Ready to be the ultimate travel MVP? Let's roll!
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🚦 Before You Hit 'Transfer': The Rulebook Rundown
Before you go all point-transfer-crazy and send a million points to your cousin's goldfish, there are some non-negotiable ground rules. Consider these the velvet rope at the Marriott Bonvoy VIP lounge—you gotta meet the criteria!
1.1 The Membership Vibe Check
Good Standing is Key: Both the sender (that’s you, the legend) and the recipient need to have their accounts in good standing. Think of it as having an A+ on your report card.
The Age Requirement: Both accounts also need to be seasoned travelers, or at least seasoned point-earners. They must have been open for:
30 days with a "Qualifying Activity": This means you've done something—earned points from a hotel stay, a credit card purchase, or redeemed points.
OR 90 days without a Qualifying Activity: If your account has just been chilling, it needs three months to mature before it can start sending or receiving point packages.
1.2 The All-Important Point Limits (Don't Be Greedy!)
This is where you need to pay close attention. Marriott puts some hard limits on the point movement to keep things fair:
Pro Tip: These limits reset on January 1st. If you transferred points in December, you’re back to a fresh 100,000 limit the next day. Plan your big moves accordingly!
QuickTip: Short pauses improve understanding.
Step 1: 💻 Gear Up for the Digital Transfer Quest
The absolute smoothest way to get this done is online. Forget the dusty old phone call—we're living in the future, folks!
1.1 Find Your Digital Transfer Hub
First things first, you gotta log into your Marriott Bonvoy account. You know the drill: go to the Marriott website, hit that 'Sign In' button, and enter your details. Once you're in the dashboard, you need to navigate to the point transfer section.
Look for the menu that deals with your points. It might be called "Points," "Redeem," or "Use Points/Awards."
Somewhere in that glorious digital landscape, you're looking for the option that says "Transfer Points" or "Share My Points." It's your golden ticket!
Side Note: The location of this link on the Marriott website can sometimes feel like a game of digital hide-and-seek. If you can’t find it, don’t stress! A quick Google search for "Marriott Bonvoy Transfer Points" will often take you directly to the right page once you’re logged in.
1.2 Gather Your Intel (The Recipient’s Info)
You can't send a package without an address, right? You'll need two crucial pieces of info from your lucky recipient:
Their full name (Exactly as it appears on their Marriott Bonvoy account—no nicknames, please!)
Their Marriott Bonvoy Member Number (This is like their social security number for cool hotel stays.)
Don't proceed without this! If the name and number don't match up perfectly, the system will shut you down quicker than a hotel lobby at 3 AM. You'll look like a fool, and your buddy won't get their points. Tragic.
Step 2: ✍️ Executing the Transfer: Punching in the Numbers
Tip: Let the key ideas stand out.
You’ve found the online form, you’ve got the recipient’s deets—it’s time for the moment of truth! This is where you actually tell Marriott how much of your point-fortune you want to give away.
2.1 Input the Point Volume
Remember those limits we talked about? Now is the time to honor them!
Enter the transfer amount. This must be at least 1,000 points and must be in increments of 1,000 points (1,000, 2,000, 50,000, etc.). You can't send 1,500. Don't try to be a rebel; the system won't allow it.
Keep the max in mind! Don't try to send more than the 100,000-point annual limit—Marriott is watching like a hawk.
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2.2 Final Review and Confirmation: The Zero-Fee High-Five
The page will usually give you a nice, clean summary of the transaction: the sender, the recipient, the amount, and the most beautiful number of all—the $0.00 fee.
Double-check everything. Seriously, go over the recipient's name and member number one last time. Point transfers are like a bad tattoo—they are generally irreversible once you hit confirm!
Hit that 'Confirm' or 'Submit' button and you’re golden! You've just performed an act of travel generosity!
Step 3: 📞 The Old-School Backup Plan (The Phone Call)
Okay, so maybe the website is glitching, maybe you're old-school, or maybe you just really like talking to people on the phone. Whatever your reason, you can still complete this transfer the analog way.
3.1 Dialing for Dollars (Or, you know, Points)
Pick up your phone and call Marriott Bonvoy Member Support. Have your own member details handy, and absolutely have the recipient's name and member number ready.
Tip: Train your eye to catch repeated ideas.
You'll talk to a Marriott representative, who will walk you through the process.
They’ll ask you the same questions as the website: Your name, Your member number, the Recipient's name, the Recipient's member number, and the exact point amount (in 1,000-point increments).
The nice thing about the phone is that the rep can usually confirm the details in real-time. Just remember, it's still free! You're just using a voice interface instead of a graphical one.
Step 4: ⏱️ Chill Out and Wait for the Point Drop
You did the thing! You sent the points! Now what? You wait. But not for long, buddy!
4.1 The Arrival Time
While every transaction is different, transferred points usually show up in the recipient's account ridiculously fast—sometimes instantly! However, Marriott’s official line is to allow up to 24 hours.
Patience, Grasshopper: If it's not there in 15 minutes, don't panic. Wait the full 24 hours before you start lighting up the customer service line.
The recipient should get an email confirmation once the points land. Tell them to check their spam folder, just in case!
4.2 The Celebration
Once the points are secured, your travel buddy can get to booking their dream redemption. Whether it's the "Stay for 5, Pay for 4" perk (a total points hack, by the way) or just stacking up for a super-swanky suite, you made it happen! Go ahead and pat yourself on the back, you magnificent human. You're officially a point-transfer sensei.
FAQ Questions and Answers
How to check if my account is in "good standing" for a transfer?
QuickTip: Focus more on the ‘how’ than the ‘what’.
Your account is generally considered in "good standing" if it is active and not currently under investigation for any violation of the Bonvoy Program Rules. If you can log in, earn points, and make reservations, you’re almost certainly good to go! If you have any serious concerns, the best bet is to call Marriott Bonvoy Member Support directly to confirm your status.
Can I transfer points to someone who lives at a different address?
Absolutely! Unlike some loyalty programs that require you to be related or share an address, Marriott Bonvoy lets you transfer points to any other Bonvoy member, regardless of their relation to you or where they live. As long as they meet the account age/activity requirements, it's all systems go!
How long does a Marriott Bonvoy point transfer typically take?
While the official rule says to allow up to 24 hours, most transfers between member accounts are completed much faster—often within a few minutes or a few hours. If the points haven't landed after a full day, that's when you should reach out to customer service.
What is the maximum number of times I can transfer points in a year?
You are limited to a maximum of six (6) transfer transactions (this counts both sending and receiving) per calendar year. This means you can transfer points to or from different accounts a total of six times from January 1st to December 31st.
Is the point transfer process reversible if I make a mistake?
Generally, no. Marriott clearly states that point transfers are non-refundable and non-reversible. This is why Step 2 is so important! Triple-check the recipient's name and member number before hitting that final confirmation button, because once those points fly, they've flown the nest for good!
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