# Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer program changes > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/singapore-airlines-krisflyer-program-changes > Updated: 2026-08-04T19:48:47.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. In July 2026 Singapore Airlines tightened its KrisFlyer frequent‑flyer programme by requiring members to hold at least 1,000 miles before they can search for award seats online. The move was aimed at deterring automated mileage‑scraping services, though members could still access availability by phone or by transferring points. A few weeks later, in early August 2026, the airline expanded its KrisShop retail platform to Australia. Australian KrisFlyer members gained a local online store where they could earn and redeem miles on a range of products, with a launch promotion offering double miles on purchases. The rollout highlighted Singapore Airlines’ broader effort to adjust and promote its mileage ecosystem. Together, these steps illustrate Singapore Airlines’ ongoing refinement of the KrisFlyer programme, balancing tighter controls on award‑search tools with new retail opportunities for members. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-04: KrisShop Australia launch expands Singapore Airlines' miles retail platform Singapore Airlines' KrisShop platform launches in Australia, letting KrisFlyer members earn and redeem miles on everyday items with local delivery and a double‑miles promotion. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/krisshop-australia-launch-expands-singapore-airlines-miles-retail-platform ### 2026-07-21: Singapore Airlines Requires 1,000 KrisFlyer Miles to Search Award Flights Singapore Airlines now requires KrisFlyer members to have at least 1,000 miles before they can search for award seats online, a move intended to stop mileage‑scraping tools. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/singapore-airlines-requires-1000-krisflyer-miles-to-search-award-flights --- Cite as: Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer program changes. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/singapore-airlines-krisflyer-program-changes