55,000 bonus UA Mileage Plus miles and Premier Gold status with new HSBC Star Alliance Card

[kamchatsky]

Yet another promotion from HSBC. This time it is United MileagePlus (after SQ and AC). I wonder if other *A airlines will also provide similar offers.

I wonder which is better: AC or UA?

https://www.united.com/en-au/hsbc-sa-55k-bonus-miles?icid=142347995&launch_date=20260210

Star Alliance Credit Card Offers | Credit Cards - HSBC AU

Find out more about the HSBC Star Alliance Credit Card regarding its features, gold frequent flyer status privileges and travel benefits.

www.hsbc.com.au

Limited time: Earn up to 55,000 bonus miles and MileagePlus Premier Gold status​

Unlock a world of benefits with the ultimate travel credit card.​

Apply and be approved for a new HSBC Star Alliance Credit Card until May 1, 2026 to earn up to 55,000 bonus MileagePlus miles and fast track to MileagePlus Premier Gold status. Just meet the following requirements:

1. Earn a welcome bonus of 35,000 miles† and MileagePlus Premier Gold status1 when you spend $4,000 AUD or more on eligible purchases2 in the first 90 days from account opening and nominate United Airlines as your status airline
2. Earn an additional 20,000 bonus miles†† when you renew your card for the next year, spend $48,000 AUD or more on eligible purchases2 in the first 12 months from account opening and receive MileagePlus Premier Gold status

Please note: Customers who select Star Alliance Points bonus instead of Star Alliance Gold Status when nominating their Status Airline are ineligible for this offer. After qualifying, please allow 6 to 8 weeks for the bonus miles to be posted to your MileagePlus account