Royal Air Maroc is offering a last-minute status match, but the cost may not be worth it for everyone. It ultimately depends on your circumstances and how much value you place on having One World status.
There are various ways to match, and you should receive a response within three days regarding your approval. The status levels you can achieve through this match are Silver (equivalent to One World Ruby), Gold (equivalent to One World Sapphire), and Platinum (equivalent to One World Emerald).
The Gold status could be the most valuable as it grants you lounge access when flying outside of Morocco on a One World carrier. However, the cost of $450 for Gold may not be justifiable, especially considering it is not much cheaper than an Admirals Club membership.
There are a few important things to keep in mind if you decide to pursue the status match. First, only one status match per person is permitted under this campaign. The application fees are $150 for Silver, $450 for Gold, $1000 for Platinum Lite, and $1500 for Platinum Standard. If approved, the status match upgrade is valid until June 30, 2024. To extend the status beyond this date, you must meet the 6-month Extension Criteria, which involves flying on an eligible Royal Air Maroc flight and earning at least 1 status mile or having at least 1 eligible Royal Air Maroc booking linked to your Safar Flyer membership number by June 30, 2024.
It is important to note that failure to meet these criteria will result in your 6-month status match being downgraded to Blue status, and there are no refunds under any circumstances if you fail to meet the criteria for extending status until December 31, 2024.
Considering the cost and limited validity of the status match, it may not be worth it for everyone. The benefits extracted from these status levels may not outweigh the price for many individuals. However, if having One World status is a priority for you and you can make use of the benefits within the given time frame, then this match may be worth considering.
In conclusion, the Royal Air Maroc last-minute status match offers an opportunity to obtain One World status, but the cost and limited validity make it a decision that should be carefully considered based on individual circumstances and preferences.