We all love a great hotel redemption, but what if you don’t have enough World of Hyatt points to make the reservation you need? Well, if you know another Hyatt member who does, you could be in luck. Transferring points between Hyatt accounts can be especially helpful in getting you to that next big redemption.

World of Hyatt is a leader when it comes to having many transfer partners from different programs, like Chase Ultimate Rewards® and a variety of airline frequent flier programs. There are also amazing reciprocal earning opportunities with American Airlines and bonus earning through the World of Hyatt Credit Card.

But, there are still instances when you need to transfer Hyatt points or want to know how to gift Hyatt points to reach that next redemption, and your friends and family could be the big ticket. So how do you do it? And how long does it take to combine Hyatt points?

Whether you’re looking to transfer Hyatt points to a spouse or wondering how to transfer Hyatt points to another person, here’s the guide on how to transfer Hyatt points to someone else.

Can Hyatt points be transferred?

Yes, Hyatt points can be transferred — and it is a favorite perk for some members in the program, given the flexibility it provides. If one person in your household, for example, has the World of Hyatt Credit Card and someone else does not, the earning frequency can be quite skewed. Transfering points between Hyatt accounts gives members a fast pass to award redemption.

Who can transfer Hyatt points?

Anyone can transfer points between accounts as World of Hyatt does not require people to be within the same household or personally related. This means you can move points between friends or even acquaintances. The only limitation is that a person can only make one transaction (transferring or receiving) every 30 days.

Hyatt’s terms and conditions also state that members who transfer points must do so to complete a redemption they plan to make, and only the number of points necessary to complete that transaction may be moved. In practice, however, there is no request for your planned redemption on the form.

How do I transfer Hyatt points to a spouse or friend?

It’s simple to transfer points no matter who you are transferring points to. You just need to complete a World of Hyatt points transfer form, a pdf file available online. You will need some personal information to transfer points between Hyatt accounts, such as names, addresses, emails and, of course, World of Hyatt member numbers.

The person gifting the points will need to complete a small section on the form that authorizes the program to transfer Hyatt points to the other person. Both members will need to sign the form before submitting it.

How long does it take to combine/transfer Hyatt points?

If you’re wondering, “how long does it take to transfer Hyatt points,” this depends on how and when you send the form. Unfortunately, Hyatt does not offer an exact amount of time. For example, if you email the form early enough on a weekday to [email protected], it could take between 24 and 72 business hours, but the timing can vary.

You can also send the form via mail, but that will understandably take longer. Submitting the form on the weekend may also lead to a slightly longer delay. It’s wise to allow enough time for the points to reach your account before a planned trip where you’ll need to use the points.

When should I transfer Hyatt points to family or friends?

For starters, transferring points to a spouse, family member, or friend is a great way to reach a premium suite or high-category redemption if you don’t have enough points on your own.

Another benefit of transferring points is that it would qualify as a transaction in your account and extend the validity of your points from expiring for another 24 months. But, per Hyatt terms, you should only transfer points between Hyatt accounts if you plan to make a needed redemption. However, there’s no harm in planning early for your next trip while keeping both accounts active and avoiding expiration points.

Another great reason is to take advantage of Guest of Honor perks. World of Hyatt allows Globalist members to redeem their points for others who can take advantage of their elite perks, such as complimentary breakfast and potential room upgrades, even if the Globalist member is not staying with them.

If you know a Globalist member, transferring your points to their account and having them make the reservation for you could be very fruitful.

How to gift Hyatt points

There are two ways to give Hyatt points:

You can purchase bonus points for other members. The minimum purchase amount is 1,000, which can be bought in increments of 1,000, up to 55,000 points per calendar year. In addition, you can sometimes purchase these points as part of a promotion, netting you a better cost-per-point than usual.

You can share points or eligible awards, like free nights or select room upgrades, with any World of Hyatt member. To gift an eligible award or share points, U.S. and Canadian residents can call 800-544-9288.

Final thoughts on transferring Hyatt points

Transferring Hyatt points is relatively simple and can be good way to maximize benefits, redeem a top-tier award, or keep your points from expiring. Kudos to a loyalty program that makes using, transferring and enjoying your points a reasonably straightforward process.