Flying Blue’s Status Match Is Open to U.S. Residents for a Limited Time — Here’s How to Apply

Update: It appears this offer is no longer open to U.S. applicants, as references to U.S. eligibility were removed from the terms and conditions on the afternoon of April 2, 2026. We’ll update this post if the offer reopens to U.S. applicants.

Flying Blue’s status match offer has been around for a long time, but it hasn’t always been open to U.S. residents. But right now — and likely for a very limited time — it is. The offer is available to elites from nearly two dozen airlines and lets you unlock SkyTeam benefits for 12 months for a fee.

Here’s how to match your airline status to Flying Blue, what it costs, and the benefits you can unlock on airlines like Air France, KLM, Delta Air Lines, and more once you’re approved.

How to Match Your Airline Status to Flying Blue

The Flying Blue status match is open to elites across nearly two dozen airlines. While this offer has been around for a while, there’s a good chance it won’t stay open to U.S. residents for long, so time is of the essence. Eligible travelers can match to Flying Blue Silver or Gold status, though unfortunately this offer doesn’t extend to Platinum for North American residents.

The list of eligible programs and the tiers you can match to varies depending on where you live. But here’s the general list of airlines you can match from and the statuses available if you reside in the United States or Canada:

After filling out the application, paying the necessary fee ($99 for Silver, $199 for Gold for U.S. residents), and successfully matching, you'll pick up Flying Blue elite status for 12 months. Once those 12 months expire, you'll have to re-qualify the normal way.

To apply, click on this link.

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Terms and conditions of the Flying Blue status match

Generally speaking, the Flying Blue status match terms and conditions are straightforward. You need to hold a government-issued ID to prove you reside in an eligible country and submit real proof of your current airline status. Click here to see the full terms, conditions, and eligibility requirements.

You'll also pay a fee to initiate a match to Flying Blue. The fee depends on which country you reside in and what level of elite status you match to. Click here to view the complex application fee table.

And there's no specified end date to the offer in the terms — only a broad statement that it may end without notice. So, if you want to take advantage of this offer, consider applying sooner rather than later.

Flying Blue Elite Status Benefits

Elite status with Flying Blue comes with a host of benefits. Here’s what you can expect from each eligible tier:

Silver status

If you’re a U.S. resident matching to Flying Blue Silver, you’ll pay $99 and unlock:

• Earn 6 Flying Blue miles per euro spent
• Complimentary seat selection 24 hours before departure
• Free standard seats
• Check an extra bag for free on SkyTeam flights
• SkyTeam Elite status

Gold status

If you match to Gold status (with a $199 application fee), you’ll get:

• Earn 7 Flying Blue miles per euro spent
• Access SkyTeam lounges and bring one guest
• SkyPriority airport access
• Complimentary seat selection three days before departure
• Free standard seats
• Check an extra bag for free on SkyTeam flights
• SkyTeam Elite Plus status

Platinum status

Flying Blue Platinum matches aren’t available to North American residents, but they are offered in select other countries. If you’re eligible (fees vary), benefits include:

• Earn 8 Flying Blue miles per euro spent
• Access SkyTeam lounges and bring one guest
• SkyPriority airport access
• Complimentary access to all seat options
• Check an extra bag for free on SkyTeam flights
• Dedicated customer service line
• SkyTeam Elite Plus status

Each tier has a SkyTeam elite status equivalent. This means you can enjoy reciprocal perks on other SkyTeam airlines, such as Delta. And that's part of what makes this status match interesting. If you want elite perks on Delta, but find it difficult to earn Medallion elite status organically, you can match your current airline status to Flying Blue. Potentially, it's an easier and cheaper way to enjoy benefits on Delta flights.

Related: Do Flying Blue Miles Expire?

Final Thoughts

After applying, paying the application fee, and getting approved, you can secure Flying Blue elite status for 12 months. For travelers looking for a new airline program to focus on, this is a great opportunity. But don’t delay. It’s unlikely this offer will remain open to U.S. residents for long.

Click here to apply for a Flying Blue status match.