After your purchase, your status upgrade will begin processing within one business day. We'll send you an email confirmation when processing begins.

Your account will be upgraded within 3-5 business days of purchase.

Your status is valid for 2 years from the date on which it is processed on your account.

Yes. Your Elite status can be renewed on your existing account after it expires.

That depends! For perks that rely on space being available on the plane, like first class upgrades, you’ll receive the upgrade if complimentary upgrade seats are available to status-holders.

You’ll always receive other perks, like free checked bags and lounge access, as long as you hold status.

No. Your password is not required to process your Elite status.

Please see our frequently asked questions page for more information.

After submitting your account information, you're done! Your purchase includes a direct upgrade to Elite status on your Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles account.

Completing a minimum number of flight miles or segments, meeting a minimum spend, or meeting any other challenge to receive the upgrade is not required.