SAS EuroBonus Status Match: Silver, Gold or Diamond from €89 for Aeroplan Elite Members
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The SAS EuroBonus status match is open to Canadian travellers: as of October 14, 2026, an elite member of Aeroplan, WestJet Rewards, AAdvantage or Atmos Rewards can get Silver, Gold or Diamond status in Scandinavian Airlines' program, with no flight challenge, for a fee of €89 to €349 (EUR).
SAS itself is only part of the story. Since SAS joined SkyTeam, EuroBonus Gold and Diamond are recognized as SkyTeam Elite Plus on Air France, KLM, Delta and the rest of the alliance. If you hold Aeroplan Elite Status and also fly Air France or KLM, this is a way to carry a second alliance status, lounge access included.
What the SAS EuroBonus status match gets you
The matched tier is a full EuroBonus status, valid for the rest of your current EuroBonus membership year plus 12 months. You get every benefit of the tier except the membership giveaway, and the period does not count toward lifetime Gold or Diamond.
The main benefits by tier:
- Silver: 1 extra checked bag, priority check-in, 25% bonus points on SAS flights, SkyTeam Elite recognition
- Gold: 2 extra checked bags, lounge access, fast track security in Scandinavia, priority boarding, guaranteed seat, SkyTeam Elite Plus recognition
- Diamond: everything in Gold, plus 30% off SAS award trips, points that never expire and free same-day flight changes
How Aeroplan, WestJet and other statuses map to EuroBonus
Your EuroBonus tier depends on the status you already hold. Aeroplan 50K members get Gold, while 25K and 35K members top out at Silver, which has no SkyTeam lounge access. If you qualify for Diamond, you can pick Gold or Diamond instead, so you can pay less and still get the core SkyTeam perks.
| Program | EuroBonus Silver | EuroBonus Gold | EuroBonus Diamond |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aeroplan (Air Canada) | 25K, 35K | 50K | 75K, Super Elite 100K |
| WestJet Rewards | Silver | Gold | Platinum |
| AAdvantage (American Airlines) | Gold | Platinum | Platinum Pro, Executive Platinum, ConciergeKey |
| Atmos Rewards (Alaska Airlines) | Silver | Gold | Platinum, Titanium |
| United MileagePlus | Premier Silver | Premier Gold | Premier Platinum, Premier 1K, Global Services |
| British Airways Club | Bronze | Silver | Gold, Gold Guest List, Premier |
| Emirates Skywards | Silver | Gold | Platinum |
Application fees
Fees depend on the tier and include applicable taxes:
- Silver: €89 (EUR)
- Gold: €199 (EUR)
- Diamond: €349 (EUR)
Your card is authorized when you apply, but the payment is only processed if you are approved. A denial costs you nothing.
Eligibility requirements
- Be a EuroBonus member: the membership number is required, and joining is free
- Hold elite status with an eligible airline: Air Canada (Aeroplan), WestJet, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, United and more than 80 airlines in total
- Be at least 18 with a name that matches your EuroBonus record
- Canadian residents can apply: only residents of three countries are excluded
- Status with a SkyTeam airline: Air France, KLM, Delta and the other alliance members are not eligible
- Singapore Airlines, TAP Air Portugal and Etihad: also excluded
- Residents of China, Brazil and Argentina: not eligible
- Extending a EuroBonus tier you already hold: not allowed, whether you earned it by flying or through an earlier match
Why SkyTeam status matters for a Canadian traveller
Aeroplan Elite Status gives you Star Alliance recognition. The moment you board Air France, KLM, Delta, Aeroméxico or Virgin Atlantic, that status is worth nothing. With EuroBonus Gold you carry SkyTeam Elite Plus: SkyTeam lounge access, SkyPriority check-in and boarding, and priority baggage handling.
That comes in handy if you book Europe with Flying Blue miles or pay cash on Air France and KLM out of Montréal or Toronto. Gold and Diamond also come with benefits on Singapore Airlines.
How to apply
- Open a free EuroBonus account if you don't have one yet.
- Go to the SAS EuroBonus status match application page, select Canada as your country of residence and enter your EuroBonus number.
- Provide your elite membership number and, if asked, proof of status (a photo of your card) and ID.
- Wait for the answer: it arrives within 3 days of sending the requested information. Once approved, the new tier can take up to 10 business days to show in your account.
Who should do it
At €199 (EUR), Gold is the sweet spot for a Canadian traveller: it is the first tier with SkyTeam Elite Plus and lounge access. If you have one or two round trips to Europe on Air France, KLM or Delta in the next 12 months, lounge access and the extra bags can justify the fee.
Silver does much less: with no lounge, it mostly comes down to one extra bag and priority check-in. As for Diamond, what it adds over Gold mostly applies to SAS flights. At €349 (EUR), it only makes sense if you fly SAS often. To compare with another paid offer, read our take on the Emirates Skywards status match.
Bottom Line
If you hold Aeroplan 50K or higher, WestJet Gold or Platinum, or AAdvantage Platinum or higher, apply for Gold now: the offer closes as soon as the quota is filled. Check your Star Alliance standing first in our Aeroplan Elite Status guide, compare other loyalty programs and sign up for our newsletter to catch the next status match. To earn the points that lead to status, see our ranking of the best credit cards.
How much does the SAS EuroBonus status match cost?
The fee is €89 (EUR) for Silver, €199 (EUR) for Gold and €349 (EUR) for Diamond, taxes included. Payment is only processed if your application is approved.
What EuroBonus tier does an Aeroplan Elite member get?
Aeroplan 25K and 35K members get Silver, 50K members get Gold, and 75K and Super Elite 100K members get Diamond. A member who qualifies for Diamond can pick Gold instead.
Can Canadian residents apply?
Yes. Only residents of China, Brazil and Argentina are excluded. Your country of residence is verified when you apply.
How long does the matched status last?
The status is valid for the rest of your current EuroBonus membership year plus 12 months. After that, you need to meet the regular criteria, for example 45,000 level points or 45 qualifying flights for Gold.
Does EuroBonus Gold give access to Air France and KLM lounges?
Yes, EuroBonus Gold and Diamond are recognized as SkyTeam Elite Plus, which comes with SkyTeam lounge access. Silver maps to SkyTeam Elite, which does not include lounge access.
Do I need to fly SAS to keep the status?
No flight challenge is required to get the status. To renew it after the initial period of more than 12 months, you will need to earn the qualifying points or flights in EuroBonus.
When does the offer end?
No end date has been published. The number of matches is limited and the offer closes once the quota is filled.
How long does it take to get the status?
You get an answer within 3 days of sending the requested information. Once approved, the tier can take up to 10 business days to appear in your EuroBonus account.