Virgin Points do not currently expire
Virgin Atlantic says its reward currency never expires. That is different from Tier Points and does not guarantee that reward prices or programme terms will remain unchanged.
No activity clock for Virgin Points
Virgin currently says Virgin Points never expire. You do not need to earn or spend one point every few years merely to preserve the reward balance. Keep your account details secure and current so you can still access it.
Do not confuse points with status
Tier Points are a separate measure used for Flying Club status. Their qualification periods and thresholds do not change the non-expiring treatment of Virgin Points.
A balance can still lose practical value
Non-expiring does not mean fixed value. Reward prices, availability, partners and terms can change. Keep a large balance for a realistic use rather than treating points as cash or an investment.
Frequently asked questions
Virgin Atlantic currently states that Virgin Points never expire, so there is no recurring activity deadline for the reward-currency balance.
No. Virgin Points are spent on rewards. Tier Points measure status progress and follow separate membership-year rules.
Yes. Programme terms and available rewards can change, so check Virgin’s current terms before making a long-term decision about a large balance.
Sources & further reading
The figures and programme details on this page are based on official Virgin Atlantic information and are reviewed regularly. Reward pricing, availability and terms can change, so always confirm the current details with Virgin Atlantic before acting.
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