Air France and KLM’s Flying Blue has updated its paid status match to include members in Switzerland in addition to those in Greece and Israel.
Flying Blue matches tiers from many Star Alliance and Oneworld airlines, plus a few others.
You can access this offer on Statusmatch’s website here.
Note that the expiry of this status match is unclear.
Members in the following countries are eligible for the match: Greece Israel Switzerland (NEW) Updated Countries & Fees:
Updated Status Mapping:
Silver, Gold & Platinum Benefits:
Flying Blue Status Requirements:
Silver = 100 XPs
Gold = 180 XPs
Platinum = 300 XPs
Ultimate = 900 UXPs (only from AF & KLM marketed flights)
Earning XPs:
You earn XPs based on the flight distance and the cabin. Note that flights within a country earn a flat number of XPs regardless of the flight distance.
Status Benefits Matrix:
Conclusion
This Air France-KLM Flying Blue paid status match has been ongoing for some time, and the eligible countries, airlines, and tiers change periodically.
Those in Switzerland can now match their status with Air France – KLM’s Flying Blue.
Terms and Conditions of this match:
These specific Flying Blue Corporate Status Match terms and conditions apply in addition to the general StatusMatch.com Terms of Service.
Only 1 status match per person will be permitted under this campaign matching to Platinum, Gold or Silver tiers. Only employees of target companies that hold status with eligible airlines are invited to apply. You must be able to complete our email validation proceedure. View eligible companies and airlines here. If approved, the Status Match upgrade is valid for 12 months. To retain your status past this date, you must re-qualify based on meeting the published status programme requirements on flyingblue.com. All Status Match requests are handled by and are the responsibility of StatusMatch.com and not by Flying Blue or any of its affiliates. In addition to other eligibility requirements, a Status Match will only be granted to applicants whose name matches the records in the Flying Blue program. With the participation in the campaign, participants acknowledge that the data submitted to StatusMatch.com may be shared with Flying Blue. Read the full privacy policy here. The Status Match offer is limited in number of matches and time frame at the sole discretion of StatusMatch.com and Flying Blue. It may end at any time. Members that are approved for a Status Match will not be eligible for any potential subsequent Status Match with Flying Blue. The awarded Flying Blue status may be suspended, revoked or terminated by Flying Blue in accordance with the Flying Blue program terms and conditions. Flying Blue reserves the right to deny the status match approval for members who have violated the Flying Blue program terms and conditions in the past. Flying Blue may take up to 5 business days after approval by StatusMatch.com before the upgraded tier is visible in the member’s account. Approved members will not receive a physical status card. Members must have qualifying status with an eligible airline and hold an identity document such as a passport or drivers licence which may be required as part of the application process.
Frequently asked questions:
What is the Status Match offer?
Air France KLM offers customers who have frequent flyer status with an eligible airline loyalty program to apply for a Status Match. Once eligible customers pay the application fee and are approved, they will and receive 12 months of Silver, Gold or Platinum** status as determined by the Status Match process.
Requests for a Status Match can be made at https://flyingblue.statusmatch.com
Do I have to have to be a Flying Blue member to participate in the offer?
Yes. To be eligible, you must have an existing Flying Blue account. Customers without a Flying Blue account may enroll for free at FlyingBlue.com
What airline status levels are eligible to apply?
You must hold an elite airline status with an eligible airline listed in the eligibility table.
Applicants may be required to provide valid Government issued ID (passport or driver’s licence) to confirm eligibility under the offer.
Are there eligibility requirements beyond having status with an eligible airline?
The Status Match offer is only open to eligible residents that hold eligible airline status. You may be required to provide evidence upon application. Full list of eligible countries can be viewed here.
What Flying Blue status can I obtain through the campaign?
Approved members will receive Silver, Gold or Platinum** based on the equivalent elite status level with their current airline. See chart below to see what tier you will receive upon approval.
Refer to the Flying Blue website for benefits associated with each tier: https://www.flyingblue.us/en/programme/more-info/tier-benefits
How long is status valid for if my Status Match request is approved?
You will receive status for 12 months upon approval. To retain your Flying Blue status beyond the initial 12-months, you must re-qualify based on meeting the published status program requirements on FlyingBlue.com
Is there an application fee?
The application and processing fee differs for each tier, and by region. Application fees are subject to change. Click here to view the applicable fees
How long is the Flying Blue Status Match offer available for?
Flying Blue and StatusMatch.com reserve the right to end or amend the campaign without notice.
What information is required to submit a Status Match application?
To participate in the campaign, you need to apply, provide details of your airline status, pay the associated application fee and use a valid email address where we can communicate with you.
During the application process, we will also ask you for evidence of your frequent flyer status (for example, a photo of your card), and you may be required to provide other personal details, such as passport or driver’s license, to help us validate your information and eligibility.
Our privacy policy is available here.
How soon will I receive my new Flying Blue status after applying?
You will be informed within three (3) business days following your completed application of the requested information and documentation whether or not your Status Match has been approved. Once approved, your new status will appear on your account within (5) business days.
I successfully matched with Flying Blue and since then, my other airline status has been upgraded to an even higher tier. Can I get my Flying Blue status updated/upgraded?
No. Status Matches are calculated on the tier you hold at the time of application.
If you are, for example, about to be upgraded to the next tier with your airline – we recommend applying for the Flying Blue Status Match after you have that higher tier in your account. Only 1 match is allowed per person.
Who do I contact if I have more questions?
If you have questions about your Status Match request: support@statusmatch.com
I am a top-tier member of an eligible airline loyalty program. Can I select a lower tier other than Platinum to Status Match into?
If you hold eligible top-tier status with an airline that has tier-mapping into Flying Blue Platinum status, during the application process, you will be asked if you would like to be matched to Flying Blue Gold or Platinum**.
Applicable fees for each tier will apply.
Status Match Available to eligible status holders in select regions.
Country/Region Status Tier Application Fee
Listed in EUR Greece, Switzerland Silver EUR 89 Gold EUR 199 Platinum EUR 349 Country/Region Status Tier Application Fee
Listed in USD Israel Silver USD 99 Gold USD 299 Platinum USD 399
Not Available for Brazil Recently ended offers Country/Region Status Tier Application Fee
Listed in USD Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay Silver USD 99 Gold USD 299 Platinum USD 399
Not Available for Brazil Country/Region Status Tier Application Fee
Listed in USD China, Hong Kong, Taiwan
Only eligible status holders from these countries may apply. Silver USD 99 Gold USD 299 Platinum Not Available Country/Region Status Tier Application Fee
Listed in USD India, Japan
Only eligible status holders from these countries may apply Silver USD 99 Gold USD 299 Platinum USD 399 Country/Region Status Tier Application Fee
Listed in EUR Italy Silver EUR 89 Gold EUR 199 Platinum EUR 349 Country/Region Status Tier Application Fee
Listed in USD Singapore, Thailand
Only eligible status holders from these countries may apply Silver USD 99 Gold USD 299 Platinum USD 399 Country/Region Status Tier Application Fee Canada Silver CAD $149 Gold CAD $299 Platinum Not Available Country/Region Status Tier Application Fee United States Silver USD $99 Gold USD $199 Platinum Not Available Country/Region Status Tier Application Fee
Listed in USD India, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Egypt, Kenya, South Africa
Only eligible status holders from India, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Egypt, Kenya, South Africa, Qatar, Kuwait, Pakistan, Jordan, Sri Lanka, Oman, Bahrain, Nepal, & Bangladesh may apply Silver USD 99 Gold USD 299 Platinum USD 399 Flying Blue Tier AIRLINE SILVER GOLD PLATINUM^ ** ULTIMATE ANA
Mileage Club
Bronze Platinum Diamond ^
Super Flyers ^ Not Available Aegean Airlines
Miles+Bonus
Silver Gold Platinum ^ Not Available Air Canada
Aeroplan
Elite 25K
Elite 35K Elite 50K Elite 75K ^
Super Elite 100K ^ Not Available Air China
PhoenixMiles
Silver Gold Platinum ^ Not Available Air India
Maharaja Club
Silver Gold Platinum ^ Not Available American Airlines
AAdvantage
Gold Platinum Concierge Key ^
Executive Platinum ^
Platinum Pro ^ Not Available Asiana Airlines
Asiana Club
Gold Diamond Diamond Plus ^
Platinum ^ Not Available Avianca
LifeMiles
Silver Gold Diamond ^ Not Available British Airways
Club
Bronze Silver Gold ^
Gold Guest List ^
Premier ^ Not Available Cathay Pacific
Cathay
Silver Gold Diamond ^
Diamond Plus ^
Invitation ^ Not Available China Southern
Sky Pearl Club
Silver Gold Platinum ^ Not Available EVA Air
Infinity MileageLands
Silver Gold Diamond ^ Not Available Emirates
Skywards
Silver Gold Platinum ^ Not Available Finnair
Plus
Silver Gold Platinum ^
Platinum Lumo ^ Not Available Gulf Air
Falconflyer
Silver Gold Black ^ Not Available Hainan Airlines
Fortune Wings Club
Silver Gold Platinum ^ Not Available ITA Airways
Miles&More
Plus Premium Executive ^
Executive per sempre ^ Not Available Iberia
Club
Plata Oro Infinita ^
Infinita Prime ^
Platino ^ Not Available LATAM
LATAM Pass
Gold
Gold Plus Platinum Black ^
Black Signature ^ Not Available Lufthansa
Miles & More
Frequent Traveller Senator** HON Circle ^ Not Available Oman Air
Sindbad
Silver Gold Platinum ^ Not Available Qatar Airways
Privilege Club
Silver Gold Platinum ^ Not Available Singapore Airlines
KrisFlyer
Silver Gold PPS ^
PPS Solitaire ^ Not Available Thai Airways
Royal Orchid Plus