National Emerald Club Award Chart
Pricing reference · 1 chart· Updated Jul 29, 2026
Reviewed by CardCurator's travel-rewards editorial team
The National Emerald Club award chart shows how many credits are required for redemptions across 1 pricing chart (rental-band). The current chart took effect July 2026.
Before you transfer points
Use this chart to estimate the price, then confirm award space, taxes and fees, and the current transfer ratio. Transfers are generally final.
Redemption pricing based on rental day bands, vehicle collections, or program-defined tiers.
These awards are priced by rental day, vehicle collection, or another program-defined band rather than flight cabins.
| Redemption Band | Points | Alternate Price | Cash Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
Qualifying Rental (1-7 days) A qualifying rental of 1 to 7 calendar days earns 1 rental credit. | 1 | — | — |
Free Day Certificate Free days cover base rate and mileage only and remain valid through December 31 of the following year once earned. | 1 | — | — |
Qualifying Rental (8 days) At 8 rental days, National awards 2 credits. | 2 | — | — |
Qualifying Rental (12 days) At 12 rental days, National awards 3 credits. | 3 | — | — |
Qualifying Rental (16–19 days) After the first seven days, National issues one additional credit for each four additional consecutive rental days. | 4 | — | — |
Executive Elite — Free Day (eligible car classes) Five rental credits required; valid for any class except trucks and exotic vehicles. | 5 | — | — |
Executive — Free Day (up to Full-size) Six rental credits required; free day is valid for up to a full-size rental. | 6 | — | — |
Emerald Club — Free Day (up to Midsize) Seven rental credits required; free day is valid for up to a midsize rental. | 7 | — | — |
Verified 2026-07-29 against National’s current rental-credit rules. Credits accrue by qualifying rental length; free-day requirements vary by Emerald Club status. Free days cover base rate and mileage only.
National Emerald Club Award Chart FAQs
What is the National Emerald Club award chart for 2026?
The National Emerald Club award chart shows how many credits are required for rental rewards by redemption band, vehicle collection, or duration. The current chart took effect July 2026. Use the chart above to compare the points price for free rental days, weekly rentals, and peak-date variants.
What can I redeem National Emerald Club credits for?
National Emerald Club credits can typically be redeemed for free rental days, weekly rentals, or upgraded vehicle categories depending on the chart and dates selected.
Does National Emerald Club have peak and off-peak pricing?
National Emerald Club does not currently show a separate peak/off-peak layer in this chart. Check the live pricing notes on each redemption band for any exceptions.
How much are National Emerald Club credits worth?
National Emerald Club credits value depends heavily on the rental length, vehicle type, and travel dates. Compare the points price against the cash rental before redeeming.
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