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Old Aug 10, 2018 | 5:16 pm
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Originally Posted by cbrmanf4
I couldn't find a clear answer to this, but if booking award flights on VA (using either DL or SQ), would we still be eligible to bid for upgrades?.
I would say "no". Expect DL SQ awards would be treated the same as VA rewards.
Anyway upgrades are a long way from guaranteed or even likely.
https://www.virginaustralia.com/nz/e...emium-bid/faq/
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If I purchase my flight using Velocity Points, will I be eligible to make an offer to upgrade?

Reward Seat bookings purchased using Velocity Points are not eligible to be upgraded via UpgradeMe Premium Bid.
Any Seat bookings purchased using Velocity Points are eligible to be upgraded via UpgradeMe Premium Bid.
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