What happened
- Tiers expiring Feb 28 – May 31, 2026: Members receive guaranteed extensions. If they earned at least 90% of the required Qpoints, the tier is renewed for 12 months. If they earned less than 90%, the tier is extended for 3 months.
- Tiers expiring on or after June 1, 2026: Extensions are no longer automatic or fixed. They will be "reviewed and assessed based on the situation and until normal operations resume." Updates will be communicated via email and push notifications. The article notes that competitor Etihad has lowered qualification requirements by 25% until March 31, 2027, highlighting the contrast in how carriers are handling status retention during ongoing disruptions
Qatar Airways has updated its Privilege Club tier extension policy, effective June 1, 2026, making status protection less predictable for frequent fliers affected by the Iran War disruptions. Key Policy Changes: