Over and above, the welcome bonus, customers can refer to the comprehensive list of FAQ's outlined below and familiarise themselves with the extensive and attractive benefits and rewards on offer:
What are the Elite Qualifying Nights (EQNs) benefits?
You will earn 5 EQNs for every £5,000 of eligible spend in any currency per calendar year.
- Hilton Honors Debit Card – up to 15 EQNs nights annually
- Hilton Honors Plus Debit Card – up to 30 EQNs nights annually
Do these Elite Qualifying Nights (EQNs) help me earn or keep Elite Status?
Yes. EQNs earned through Hilton Honors Card spend are credited to your Hilton Honors account and count toward tier qualification and requalification in line with the Hilton Honors Terms and Conditions.
- The Hilton Honors Debit Card allows you to earn up to 15 of the 25 EQNs needed for Gold Status in 2026 – that’s 5 nights for every £5,000 you spend.
- The Hilton Honors Plus Debit Card allows you to earn up to 30 of the 50 EQNs needed to keep Diamond – that’s 5 nights for every £5,000 you spend.
How do I earn Elite Qualifying Nights (EQNs) with my Hilton Honors Debit Card?
You’ll earn 5 EQNs for every £5,000 in eligible spend (in any currency) on your card.
Example:
- £5,000 in Valid Spend → 5 EQNs
- £10,000 in Valid Spend → 10 EQNs
Is there a maximum number of Elite Qualifying Nights (EQNs) I can earn each year on the Hilton Honors Debit Card?
Yes, per calendar year, the maximum is:
- Up to 15 EQNs with the Hilton Honors Debit Card.
- Up to 30 EQNs with the Hilton Honors Plus Debit Card.
Once you hit your card’s annual maximum, no additional EQNs will be awarded for that year, even if you spend more. Should you have the Hilton Honors Debit Card and wish to earn more EQNs, you can upgrade to the Hilton Honors Plus Card by going on the Hilton Honors Card app, selecting your account in the right corner, and then a pop-up will appear in the account section to update to the Hilton Honors Plus Debit Card.
How long does it take for Elite Qualifying Nights (EQNs) to appear in my Hilton Honors account?
Please allow up to 14 days for EQNs to be credited to your Hilton Honors account after eligible spend is processed.
What happens if I spend more after I’ve reached the annual Elite Qualifying Nights (EQNs) cap?
You won’t receive any additional EQNs beyond the annual maximum for your card type, even if you continue to spend. However, you’ll keep earning Hilton Honors Points on your purchases, so your everyday spending will still be rewarded.
I am an existing customer and have spent on my card this year, before the new benefits were introduced. Will this still count towards the Elite Qualifying Nights (EQNs) threshold in 2026?
Yes if you are an existing customer, the spend will count from the beginning of 2026 towards the EQN annual threshold.
I’m an existing customer - when will the EQNs for eligible spend I’ve already completed in 2026 be credited?
If you’re an existing customer and have already made qualifying spend in 2026, your EQN spending will be updated in the app by the 10th of April. If you have qualified for EQNs based on reaching the spend thresholds during 2026, the EQNs will be available in your Hilton Honors account by 27th April.
What is the Renewal Bonus?
Hilton Honors Cardholders can earn 5,000 Points upon renewal when they reach £5,000 in eligible annual spend in any currency (in the last 12 months).
Hilton Honors Plus Cardholders can earn 10,000 Points upon renewal when they reach £10,000 in eligible annual spend in any currency (in the last 12 months).
When do I need to renew my subscription to qualify?
Your subscription must be renewed successfully on your card anniversary. There is nothing you need to do to action this, it will automatically take place if you do not choose to cancel. If your subscription is not renewed, the Bonus Points will not be awarded.
What happens if I spend the threshold but do not renew my subscription?
If you spend £5,000 but your card is not renewed (for example, if you cancel your card or do not pay the annual fee), you will not receive the 5,000 Bonus Points. Renewal is not an action you need to take separately - it happens automatically when your annual fee is charged, and your account remains open. To be eligible for the bonus, both the eligible spend and a successful renewal (including payment of the card fee) must occur.
When will the Renewal Bonus Points be credited to my Hilton Honors account?
Please allow up to 14 days after your subscription renewal for the Bonus Points to be credited to your Hilton Honors account.
I’m an existing customer, and I have already spent money on the card before the new benefits were released. Will this count towards the renewal bonus?
Yes, any eligible spend in the last year will count towards your renewal bonus if you are an existing customer.
FX Fee Change
For cardholders who joined before 24 March 2026, from 24 May 2026 the FX fee on international transactions will change to the below. This remains a highly competitive rate, so you can keep earning accelerated Points on your travels at the Currensea Realtime Exchange Rate.
- Hilton Honors Cardholders: 0.99% FX fee on international transactions
- Hilton Honors Plus Cardholders: 0.5% FX fee on international transactions
When exactly does the new FX fee take effect?
The new fee applies to foreign currency transactions made on or after 24 May 2026 for cardholders who joined before 24 March 2026 only. Transactions made before 24 May 2026 will continue to be charged the existing FX fee.
What FX fee will new cardholders get?
All new cardholders will get the FX rates from when they sign up from the 24 March.
- Hilton Honors Cardholders: 0.99% FX fee on international transactions
- Hilton Honors Plus Cardholders: 0.5% FX fee on international transactions
Refer a Friend
What is the Refer a Friend offer?
When you refer a friend to the Hilton Honors Debit Card or Hilton Honors Plus Debit Card, both you and your friend can earn Bonus Points once your friend completes their first purchase. The number of Bonus Points depends on the card your friend signs up for:
- 2,500 Bonus Points each if your friend gets the Hilton Honors Debit Card
- 5,000 Bonus Points each if your friend gets the Hilton Honors Plus Debit Card
Both the referrer and the friend receive the same number of Points.
What does my friend need to do to qualify?
Your friend must:
- Successfully open a Hilton Honors Debit Card or Hilton Honors Plus Debit Card.
- Ensure the subscription fee is successfully collected.
- Complete their first purchase using the card.
Once this is done, the Bonus Points will be awarded to both of you.
When will the Bonus Points be credited?
Please allow up to 14 days after your friend’s first purchase for the Bonus Points to be credited to both Hilton Honors accounts.
Can I refer more than one friend?
Yes. There is no limit to the number of friends you can refer, and you may receive the relevant bonus for each qualifying referral.
I am an existing customer and still in my welcome bonus period. Am I eligible for the new Welcome Bonus?
Yes, you are automatically enrolled into the new and improved benefits.
What is the Hilton Honors Plus Debit Card limited time welcome offer?
New cardholders who join from 24 March 2026, 9:00am to 28 May 2026, 23:59 can earn 30,000 Hilton Honors Points if they spend £2,500 on eligible purchases in foreign currency within the first six months of their Card Membership. The 30,000 Hilton Honors Points that you earn with your Card will be posted to your Hilton Honors account 2 weeks after you meet the £2,500 spend requirement.
I already have one of the Hilton Honors Debit Cards. Am I eligible for this offer?
If you have held the Hilton Honors Debit Card or the Hilton Honors Plus Debit Card within the last 12 months, you are not eligible for this offer.
I would like to upgrade from the Hilton Honors Debit Card to the Hilton Honors Plus Debit Card. Am I eligible for this offer?
If you currently hold the Hilton Honors Debit Card and would like to upgrade to the Hilton Honors Plus Debit Card, you can do so by going to the Hilton Honors Card app, selecting your account in the right corner. Then a pop up will appear in the account section to update to the Hilton Honors Plus Debit Card. However, you will not be eligible for the Welcome Bonus offer.
I recently cancelled one of the Hilton Honors Debit Cards. If I apply again, am I eligible for this offer?
If you have cancelled the Hilton Honors Debit Card or the Hilton Honors Plus Debit Card within the last 12 months, you are not eligible for this offer.
What is the Hilton Honors Debit Card limited time welcome offer?
New cardholders that join from 24 March 2026, 9:00 to 28 May 2026, 23:59 will receive 50% off their first-year annual fee, paying just £30 instead of the standard £60.
After the first year of card membership, the annual fee will return to the standard rate of £60 per year.