Smart Travel: Upgrade Your Getaways · Wednesday, August 5, 2026
A listener inquired if points earned through the Delta Platinum Amex card count towards status. The answer provided is no; status points can only be earned through flying or spending on an Amex card.
“Do you know if the points you purchase on the Amos rewards portal count as status points?”
“Thanks, Pat. Unfortunately, they do not. You do not earn status points when you purchase miles.”
“Status points can only be earned through flying or by spending on an Amex card.”