You can add a household member to your AAA membership without paying an extra annual fee
AAA memberships cover the person whose name is on the account. If you want your spouse, adult child, or another household member to use the same roadside information benefits—towing, lockout service, fuel delivery, and the rest—you add them as a household member at no additional cost. The process takes a few minutes and can be done online, by phone, or in person at your local AAA office.
The household member you add gets their own membership card and can call for roadside help independently. They do not need to be on your insurance or own the car they're driving. AAA straightforward extends your coverage to them, and both of you can use the service on the same membership year.
Key Takeaways
- Household members added to your AAA account receive their own membership card and can call for roadside information without your permission or presence.
- Adding a household member costs nothing extra and does not change your membership fee or coverage limits.
- You can add household members online through your AAA account, by calling your local club, or by visiting an AAA office in person.
- The person you add must live in your household; AAA does not extend memberships to friends or relatives at different addresses.
- Each household member gets the same service level you have—if you have Plus coverage, they get Plus coverage too.
Who counts as a household member
AAA defines a household member as someone who lives at your address and shares your household expenses. This typically includes your spouse, domestic partner, children (including adult children), parents, or siblings living under the same roof. You cannot add someone who lives at a different address, even if they are a close relative.
The person does not need to own a car or be a licensed driver to be added, though they obviously need to be a driver to call for roadside help. Some members add household members who are learning to drive or who occasionally borrow a family vehicle.
How to add a household member online
If your AAA club offers online account management, you can add a household member through your member portal. Log into your account, look for a section labeled "Household Members," "Add Member," or "Manage Membership," and follow the prompts. You will need the person's full name, date of birth, and email address (if they want to receive their own membership communications).
After you submit the information, the new member is usually added to your account within minutes. They will receive a membership card by mail within one to two weeks, though they can use the membership when ready by providing your account number when they call for service. Some AAA clubs send the card faster if you request expedited delivery or pick it up in person.
Adding a household member by phone or in person
Call your local AAA club's member services line and tell them you want to add a household member. Have the person's full name, date of birth, and relationship to you ready. The representative will confirm your membership details, add them to your account, and explain when the card will arrive. This process usually takes five to ten minutes.
You can also visit an AAA office in person. Bring your membership card and the household member's identification (driver's license or state ID). The staff will add them on the spot and can often issue a temporary card or print one when ready, depending on the office's equipment. This is the fastest way to get a card in hand if you need roadside help soon.
What happens after you add them
Once added, the household member has the same roadside information coverage you do. If your membership includes 100 miles of free towing, they get 100 miles. If you have Plus coverage with four service calls per year, they can make four calls independently. They do not share a call limit with you—each person on the membership gets their own allowance.
When they call for roadside help, they provide their name and your account number (or their own membership number once the card arrives). The dispatcher will confirm they are listed on your account and send help. They do not need your permission to call, and you will not be notified unless you ask them to tell you.
Removing a household member
If a household member moves out, you can remove them from your account through the same methods you used to add them. Call your AAA club, log into your online account, or visit an office and ask to remove the person by name. There is no fee or penalty for removing someone. Their membership card becomes invalid once they are removed from your account.
If a household member passes away, contact your AAA club to remove them. You may be asked to provide a death certificate or other documentation, depending on your club's policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add someone who doesn't live with me?
No. AAA household members must live at your address. If someone lives elsewhere, they would need their own separate AAA membership. Some clubs offer discounts for multiple memberships in the same family, so ask about that option.
Does adding a household member increase my annual fee?
No. Household members are added at no extra cost. Your membership fee stays the same regardless of how many household members you add.
Can a household member use my membership if I'm not in the car?
Yes. Once added, they can call for roadside help on their own. They do not need you present or permission to use the service.
What if my household member gets locked out of a car that isn't theirs?
AAA roadside information covers the vehicle, not the person. Your household member can call for a lockout service on any vehicle, as long as they can prove they have permission to be in it (or own it). The dispatcher may ask questions to confirm this.
How long does it take to add someone?
Online or by phone, it takes a few minutes. The membership card arrives by mail in one to two weeks, though the person can use the membership when ready by providing your account number. In-person at an AAA office is fastest—they can issue a card on the spot.