{"id":153574,"date":"2026-04-09T12:03:03","date_gmt":"2026-04-09T12:03:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/?p=153574"},"modified":"2026-04-14T10:39:57","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T10:39:57","slug":"status-match-flying-blue","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/news\/flying-blue\/status-match-flying-blue\/","title":{"rendered":"Act Fast: Flying Blue\u2019s Status Match Is Open to U.S. Residents for a Limited Time"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"custom-blue\"><strong>Editor\u2019s note: As of April 14, 2026, the Flying Blue status match is confirmed to be working. That said, you\u2019ll want to act quickly. The last time this offer was available, it was pulled within a matter of hours.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Flying Blue\u2019s status match offer has been around for a long time, but it hasn\u2019t always been open to U.S. residents. But right now \u2014 and likely for a <strong><em>very<\/em><\/strong> limited time \u2014 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.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/flyingblue.statusmatch.com\/?fpr=9hf0b\" rel=\"noopener\">match your airline status to Flying Blue<\/a>, what it costs, and the benefits you can unlock on airlines like Air France, KLM, Delta Air Lines, and more once you\u2019re approved.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"How_to_Match_Your_Airline_Status_to_Flying_Blue\">How to Match Your Airline Status to Flying Blue<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/airlines\/flying-blue\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Flying Blue<\/a> status match is open to elites across nearly two dozen airlines. While this offer has been around for a while, there\u2019s a good chance it won\u2019t 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\u2019t extend to Platinum for North American residents.<\/p>\n<p>The list of eligible programs and the tiers you can match to varies depending on where you live. But here\u2019s the general list of airlines you can match from and the statuses available if you reside in the United States or Canada:<\/p>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-799\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-799 tablepress-responsive\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1 odd\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\">Airline and Loyalty Program<\/th><th class=\"column-2\">Flying Blue Silver<\/th><th class=\"column-3\">Flying Blue Gold<\/th><th class=\"column-4\">Flying Blue Platinum (<strong>Not Available for U.S.\/Canada Residents<\/strong>)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Aegean Airlines Miles+Bonus<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Silver<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Gold<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Platinum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Air Canada Aeroplan<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Elite 25K<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Elite 35K<br \/>\nElite 50K<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Elite 75K<br \/>\nSuper Elite 100K<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">American Airlines AAdvantage<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Gold<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Platinum<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Platinum Pro<br \/>\nExecutive Platinum<br \/>\nConcierge Key<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">British Airways Club<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Bronze<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Silver<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Gold<br \/>\nGold Guest List<br \/>\nPremier<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-6 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Emirates Skywards<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Silver<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Gold<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">IO<br \/>\nPlatinum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-7 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Finnair Plus<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Silver<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Gold<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Platinum<br \/>\nPlatinum Lumo<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-8 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Gulf Air Falconflyer<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Silver<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Gold<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Black<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-9 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Iberia Plus<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Plata<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Oro<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Infinita<br \/>\nInfinita Prime<br \/>\nPlatino<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-10 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Lufthansa Miles & More<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Frequent Traveller<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Senator<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">HON Circle<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-11 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Oman Air Sindbad<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Silver<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Gold<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Platinum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-12 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Qatar Airways Privilege Club<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Silver<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Gold<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Platinum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-13 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Silver<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Gold<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">PPS<br \/>\nPPS Solitare<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-14 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Thai Airways Royal Orchid Plus<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Silver<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Gold<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Platinum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-15 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Classic Plus<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Elite<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Elite Plus<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-16 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">United Airlines MileagePlus<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Premier Silver<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Premier Gold<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Premier Platinum<br \/>\nPremier 1K<br \/>\nGlobal Services<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n<p>To apply, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/flyingblue.statusmatch.com\/?fpr=9hf0b\" rel=\"noopener\">click on this link<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_253954\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/558\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-253954 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/FB-Match.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of Statusmatch.com Flying Blue offer\" width=\"750\" height=\"558\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/FB-Match.png 2230w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/FB-Match-750x558.png 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/FB-Match-900x669.png 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/FB-Match-768x571.png 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/FB-Match-1536x1142.png 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/FB-Match-2048x1523.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Screenshot of Statusmatch.com<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<h3><span id=\"Terms_and_conditions_of_the_Flying_Blue_status_match\">Terms and conditions of the Flying Blue status match<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>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. <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/flyingblue.statusmatch.com\/terms\/?fpr=9hf0b\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here to see the full terms, conditions, and eligibility requirements<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>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. <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/flyingblue.statusmatch.com\/terms\/#fee?fpr=9hf0b\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here to view the complex application fee table<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>And there's no specified end date to the offer in the terms \u2014 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.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Flying_Blue_Elite_Status_Benefits\">Flying Blue Elite Status Benefits<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Elite status with Flying Blue comes with a host of benefits. Here\u2019s what you can expect from each eligible tier:<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Silver_status\">Silver status<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re a U.S. resident matching to Flying Blue Silver, you\u2019ll pay $99 and unlock:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Earn 6 Flying Blue miles per euro spent<\/li>\n<li>Complimentary seat selection 24 hours before departure<\/li>\n<li>Free standard seats<\/li>\n<li>Check an extra bag for free on SkyTeam flights<\/li>\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/airlines\/airline-alliances-and-partnerships\/\" rel=\"noopener\">SkyTeam Elite status<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span id=\"Gold_status\">Gold status<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you match to Gold status (with a $199 application fee), you\u2019ll get:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Earn 7 Flying Blue miles per euro spent<\/li>\n<li>Access SkyTeam lounges and bring one guest<\/li>\n<li>SkyPriority airport access<\/li>\n<li>Complimentary seat selection three days before departure<\/li>\n<li>Free standard seats<\/li>\n<li>Check an extra bag for free on SkyTeam flights<\/li>\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/airlines\/skyteam-elite-plus-status\/\" rel=\"noopener\">SkyTeam Elite Plus status<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span id=\"Platinum_status\">Platinum status<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Flying Blue Platinum matches aren\u2019t available to North American residents, but they are offered in select other countries. If you\u2019re eligible (fees vary), benefits include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Earn 8 Flying Blue miles per euro spent<\/li>\n<li>Access SkyTeam lounges and bring one guest<\/li>\n<li>SkyPriority airport access<\/li>\n<li>Complimentary access to all seat options<\/li>\n<li>Check an extra bag for free on SkyTeam flights<\/li>\n<li>Dedicated customer service line<\/li>\n<li>SkyTeam Elite Plus status<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Each tier has a <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/airlines\/airline-alliances-and-partnerships\/\" rel=\"noopener\">SkyTeam<\/a> 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 <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/airlines\/delta-skymiles\/medallion-status\/\" rel=\"noopener\">earn Medallion elite status organically<\/a>, you can match your current airline status to Flying Blue. Potentially, it's an easier and cheaper way to enjoy benefits on Delta flights.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/airlines\/flying-blue\/do-flying-blue-miles-expire\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Do Flying Blue Miles Expire?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Final_Thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>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\u2019t delay. It\u2019s unlikely this offer will remain open to U.S. residents for long.<\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/flyingblue.statusmatch.com\/?fpr=9hf0b\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here to apply for a Flying Blue status match<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ftoc\"><div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"toc_light_blue no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Page Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#How_to_Match_Your_Airline_Status_to_Flying_Blue\">How to Match Your Airline Status to Flying Blue<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Terms_and_conditions_of_the_Flying_Blue_status_match\">Terms and conditions of the Flying Blue status match<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Flying_Blue_Elite_Status_Benefits\">Flying Blue Elite Status Benefits<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Silver_status\">Silver status<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Gold_status\">Gold status<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Platinum_status\">Platinum status<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Final_Thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Flying Blue\u2019s status match offer has been around for a long time, but if you haven\u2019t taken advantage of it, now\u2019s the time. The offer is open to elites from nearly two dozen airlines and, for a limited time, is available to U.S. residents. 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