Sent a message to their website chat "Ask Emirates" about matching status and they gave this reply: "Yes we do offer status match if you meet the below requirements : 1.You can only be upgraded to one Tier above their current tier. 2.You have to be a valid member of other airline’s Frequent Flyer Program (i.e. you must have a valid membership card (with validity mentioned) or 6 months statement with flight transactions) 3. You have to take 2 Economy/Premium Economy Class (in Flex/Flex Plus) or 1 Business/First Class return flight (12 months validity for the entire trip). Once you finish these flights, you need to contact us to assist with status match."