Originally Posted by
Pandion1Haliaetus
Actually, the validity is calendar year plus three months, i.e. exp. 03/15, regardless of when you gift - so best to be quick! Just did it for my kids, who have a Jul-Jun qualification period.
That's interesting. It contradicts severals reports that I've read. It also raises a question regarding this wording in the terms.
"The number of months valid for the recipient of the donated EuroBonus card upgraded status to Silver, Gold or Diamond member will depend on when, during the recipient’s qualifications period, the upgrade is performed."