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MSC Cruises upgrades
MSC Cruises offers an upgrade program: eligible guests can place a bid to upgrade to a higher stateroom category (for example Interior to Ocean View, or Balcony to Suite), and are only charged if the bid is accepted. Availability depends on fare/cabin type, route, and timing.
Check your MSC Cruises upgrade eligibility
See if your booking can be upgraded — enter your booking reference and last name in a secure form, right in the chat. Your details are never shared with the assistant.
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- Bid UpgradeOpen page →
Offer an amount within a set range to upgrade to a higher cabin or cabin category. You're only charged if your bid is accepted — if it loses, there's no charge.
- Cabin upgrade paths
- Interior → Ocean View · Ocean View → Balcony · Balcony → Suite
- How to upgrade
- Visit MSC Cruises's official upgrade page and enter your booking reference and last name to see available upgrade offers: https://www.msccruises.ca/msc-upgrade-program
- Loyalty program
- MSC Voyagers Club
From MSC Cruises's own upgrade pages
“Home MSC Upgrade Program TAKE YOUR CRUISE TO THE NEXT LEVEL Bid for a cabin upgrade in a few clicks! Our MSC UPGRADE PROGRAM elevates your cruise in few simple steps. Imagine being upgraded from an Ocean View cabin to our most elegant Suites, with our cabin upgrade program you could win the most bre…”
Source: msccruises.ca · checked Sep 21, 2026
“increase your chances of getting an upgrade, but you will only be charged for one upgrade. We will require a valid credit card number, which will be charged once accepted. 3. KEEP AN EYE ON YOUR EMAILS AND ENJOY YOUR CRUISE We will inform you of the outcome of your bid by e-mail, so keep an eye on i…”
Source: msccruises.ca · checked Sep 21, 2026
“n, can I bid only once through MSC UpGrade and, if accepted, cancel the second reservation and move the guests into the upgraded cabin? What will happen if the upgrade category includes a higher amount of Hotel Service Charge? Why did I or someone “travelling with” not receive an invite to bid on an…”
Source: msccruises.ca · checked Sep 21, 2026
Frequently asked
Does MSC Cruises offer upgrades?
MSC Cruises offers an upgrade program: eligible guests can place a bid to upgrade to a higher stateroom category (for example Interior to Ocean View, or Balcony to Suite), and are only charged if the bid is accepted. Availability depends on fare/cabin type, route, and timing.
What upgrade options does MSC Cruises offer?
MSC Cruises offers Bid Upgrade. Upgrade paths cover Interior → Ocean View; Ocean View → Balcony; Balcony → Suite.
How does MSC Cruises's bid (offer) upgrade work?
You name an amount — within a range shown for your booking — to move up to a higher cabin. It's an offer, not a fixed price: you're only charged if MSC Cruises accepts it. If your offer isn't accepted you pay nothing and keep your original seat.
How do I check if my MSC Cruises booking can be upgraded?
Check your specific booking with Upgrade Agent: enter your booking reference and last name and you'll see the upgrade options and price ranges available on your flights — you don't need to dig through MSC Cruises's website. Visit MSC Cruises's official upgrade page and enter your booking reference and last name to see available upgrade offers: https://www.msccruises.ca/msc-upgrade-program
Who is eligible for a MSC Cruises upgrade?
Eligibility depends on your fare type, route, and how close to departure you are — not every fare or flight qualifies, and offers usually open within a window before departure. The reliable way to know is to check your specific booking rather than assume.
When am I charged for a MSC Cruises upgrade?
Only if your offer is accepted. With bid upgrades the charge happens when the upgrade is confirmed — typically in the days before departure. If your offer isn't accepted, there's no charge.
How will I know if my MSC Cruises upgrade offer was accepted?
MSC Cruises notifies you — usually by email — if your offer is accepted, typically shortly before departure. Until then your original booking stands, and you can review your offer's status where you submitted it.
Can I change or cancel my MSC Cruises upgrade offer?
A pending offer can usually be changed or cancelled any time before it's accepted, from the page where you submitted it. Once an offer is accepted and charged, the upgrade is confirmed.
How much does a MSC Cruises upgrade cost?
There's no fixed price — you offer within a range shown for your booking, which varies by route, cabin, and demand. You choose where in that range to bid; higher offers can have a better chance of being accepted, though the exact acceptance formula isn't published.
Can I use MSC Voyagers Club points or miles for a MSC Cruises upgrade?
MSC Cruises's loyalty program is MSC Voyagers Club. Depending on the route and the offer shown on your booking, upgrades may be payable with points/miles as well as cash — the options available appear when you check your specific booking.
What cabins can I upgrade to on MSC Cruises?
Upgrade paths on MSC Cruises cover Interior → Ocean View; Ocean View → Balcony; Balcony → Suite. The exact options depend on your booked cabin and the specific flight.
Can I change or cancel my MSC Cruises upgrade bid after submitting it?
Yes — a MSC Cruises upgrade bid can be changed or cancelled any time until MSC Cruises makes its decision. Once a bid is accepted it's final and your card is charged. To update or withdraw it, use MSC Cruises's Manage My Booking / offer page, or check your booking here (booking ••••••e + last name) and I can help you modify or cancel it.
When is my card charged for a MSC Cruises upgrade bid?
Only if your bid is accepted. Submitting a MSC Cruises upgrade bid authorizes your card for the bid amount, but nothing is charged unless MSC Cruises accepts it — if the bid is declined or expires, the authorization is released and you pay nothing, keeping your original stateroom category. If it's accepted, the card you provided is charged the amount you offered and your upgrade is confirmed.
When will I find out if my MSC Cruises upgrade bid was accepted?
MSC Cruises decides upgrade bids before your sailing — often close to departure, once the operator knows how much stateroom category space is left. You'll be notified by email either way at the address on your offer. You don't need to keep checking, but you can see your bid's current status any time by checking your booking here (booking ••••••e + last name) or on MSC Cruises's Manage My Booking page.