Star Citizen referral signup checklist
Use this if you want the shortest clean path: get the code in during account creation, verify the account, then move on.
Quick answer
Add the referral code during account creation. That is the one rule that keeps the rest of this simple.
- Use the referral link if you want the code already filled in.
- Do not wait until checkout or until you buy a starter pack.
- Once the account exists, keep that same account for Free Fly or for the package you may buy later.
Signup checklist
5 clean steps
- Open the official RSI signup page.
- Use the referral link or paste the code into Referral Code (optional).
- Create the account.
- Verify your email and confirm you can log in.
- Choose one next step: Free Fly, Should You Buy, or Starter Packs.
Goal: capture the signup step once so you do not have to troubleshoot later.
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What makes people miss it
| Mistake | What happens | Do this instead |
|---|---|---|
| Signing up without the code | You turn a clean signup step into a recovery problem. | Enter it during account creation. |
| Using the wrong page | You do not see the referral field. | Use the official signup form or the referral link. |
| Waiting until you buy | You forget and miss the clean window. | Create the account first; buy later if the game feels worth it. |
| Expecting a discount | You think it failed when the price does not move. | Treat referral as a signup bonus only. |
FAQ
+When do I need the referral code?
During account creation. Treat it as a one-time signup field.
+Can I add it later?
RSI says brand-new accounts have a short 24-hour grace window after creation, but signup is still the clean path to plan around.
+Does it change the price?
No. It is optional and it does not change starter-pack pricing.
+Do I need to buy immediately?
No. You can create the account with the code now and buy later if the game feels worth keeping.
+What is the biggest mistake?
Creating the account first and then trying to fix referral afterwards.