Is creating a Star Citizen account free?

Yes. Creating an RSI account is free. Permanent access to the persistent universe outside Free Fly events requires purchasing a game package on the official store.

Do I need a referral code to create an RSI account?

No. A referral code is optional. Using a valid code such as STAR-RZXJ-XZ6K grants the standard 50,000 aUEC new-player bonus at no extra cost.

Can I add a referral code after creating my account?

Yes, for about 24 hours. Log into RSI, open your account menu, and use the referral code entry box if it is still shown. After 24 hours RSI will not add a code, including via support.

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Create a Star Citizen Account

Official RSI enlist - Referral code field - 50,000 aUEC

Last updated: August 9, 2026

Use this code when you enlist

STAR-RZXJ-XZ6K

Enlist on official RSI (code pre-filled) Full referral & redeem guide

Standard new-player bonus: 50,000 aUEC. Any valid STAR-XXXX-XXXX code grants the same amount. Rules: official Referral Program FAQ.

Before you start

Use only robertsspaceindustries.com (or the official enlist URL). Never type your password on a random "redeem code" site.
Have an email inbox you can open right away - RSI will send a confirmation message.
Decide on a public handle you are happy to keep; treat it like a gamertag.
If you want the referral bonus, plan to enter a code now (or within 24 hours). You cannot change codes later.

How to create your RSI account

Open the official enlist page. From the RSI site you can use Sign-in -> "Create one!", or jump straight here with the code pre-filled: Enlist with STAR-RZXJ-XZ6K.
Account name (handle). This is the public name other players see in the verse and on Spectrum. Pick carefully - name changes are limited or unavailable depending on RSI policy at the time.
Email. Used for sign-in, two-factor codes, and account recovery. Use an address you control long-term.
Password. RSI requires a reasonably strong password (length plus mixed characters - follow the on-page rules). Do not reuse a password from other games or email.
Birth date. Entered in the format the form shows (typically month/day/year). Required to create the account.
Referral Code. Optional, but free. Format is STAR-XXXX-XXXX. Confirm STAR-RZXJ-XZ6K is in the field, or paste it yourself. On the current form the box is hard to miss - usually near the bottom with date of birth and the consent checkboxes. A pre-filled enlist link often shows the code in a side panel as well.
News & terms. Newsletter / Squadron 42 updates are optional. Accepting the terms of use and privacy policy is required.
Submit, then verify email. Open the confirmation email and finish verification before you expect full website access.

Official overview: Create an RSI Account (RSI Support).

Missed the referral field?

You have about 24 hours after account creation to add a code:

Go to robertsspaceindustries.com and log in.
Click your account icon (upper right).
If you are still inside the window, a referral code entry box appears on the account summary panel - enter STAR-XXXX-XXXX (for example STAR-RZXJ-XZ6K).

After 24 hours - or after a code is already set - that box goes away and is replaced by your code for sharing. RSI Support will not attach a late referral. If the account has no pledges, some players close it and start over (see RSI's close-account process). Full redeem rules: referral code guide.

Right after you create the account

Save recovery codes

In the account dashboard open Settings -> Security (you may need to re-enter your password). Manage / view your backup recovery codes, then store them offline. CIG may ask for one if you lose access.

Two-factor authentication

RSI turns on email-based 2FA by default for website and launcher logins on new devices. Keep it enabled. If email codes are painful, RSI supports authenticator apps such as Authy or Google Authenticator from security settings - still better than turning 2FA off.

Dashboard tabs you will use

Settings - security, recovery codes, account options
My Hangar - game packages and ships you pledge
Billing & Subscriptions - purchase history; useful if you check UEC / credit logs after a referral
Subscribers / Concierge - optional support tiers; a subscription is not required to play

Play next

Try a Free Fly if one is live, or buy a starter pack for permanent access.
For the referrer to earn a point, plan on a real-money package of about $40+ (store credit and gifted packages alone do not count).
Check system requirements before a large download.
Your own shareable code appears after the grace window - see referral rewards.

Account FAQ

Yes. Creating an account is free and does not require a purchase. Permanent play outside Free Fly needs a game package on the official store.

No. A code is optional. Using one (for example STAR-RZXJ-XZ6K) adds the standard 50,000 aUEC new-player bonus at no charge.

No. Once your account is linked to a referrer, it cannot be switched. Double-check the code before you submit the enlist form.

On the RSI site, open Billing & Subscriptions and check credits / the UEC log for a sign-up bonus line (currently 50,000 UEC for accounts created under the current program; older accounts may show 5,000). In-game aUEC can lag slightly if you add the code after signup.

Create an RSI Account and the Referral Program FAQ on RSI Support.

Referral code guide

How to redeem, 24h grace, $40 rule, FAQ.

Referral code 2026

This year's bonus, rules, and what still works.

How to redeem a code

Referral vs store promo; enlist steps only on RSI.

Starter packs

Ship picks and the ~$40 qualifying purchase.

Free Fly events

Try the game free - still enlist with a referral code.

System requirements

RAM, SSD, and GPU notes for the alpha client.

Referral rewards ladder

What referrers unlock; find your own code.

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