Upgrading to Business Class on international flights using Velocity Frequent Flyer points depends on the distance of the flight and your original fare class. For International Short Haul flights (such as Australia to Bali or Fiji), upgrades typically start at 8,000 to 24,000 points per sector. For International Long Haul routes operated by Virgin Australia partners (like the VA flight numbers on Qatar Airways), the requirements are significantly higher. Upgrading from an Economy Flex fare to Business Class generally requires approximately 69,000 points, while upgrading from a cheaper Economy Choice fare requires a substantial 99,000 points per sector. It is important to note that "Economy Lite" fares and Reward Seats are typically ineligible for points upgrades. Gold and Platinum members receive priority in the upgrade waitlist, and the request can be made through the Velocity website or app up to several months in advance, though actual confirmation often occurs within days or even hours of the flight departure.