"The GTA Online profile associated with this Rockstar Games account is not eligible for migration" error: Everything known so far

Since the release of GTA 5 Enhanced on PC, many have been facing the "The GTA Online profile associated with this Rockstar Games account is not eligible for migration at this time" error. Otherwise called "The GTA Online profile is not eligible for migration" error, PC players may face it when trying to migrate progress from the older version of Grand Theft Auto 5 to the new Enhanced Edition.

Rockstar Games hasn't officially commented on these problems, as of this writing. However, there might be a few possible reasons that gamers might be encountering these issues, going by a previously published official support article related to account migration.

With that said, let's take a look at everything known about the "GTA Online profile associated with this Rockstar Games account is not eligible for migration" error so far, including some possible fixes that one may try.

Note: Some aspects of the article are based on the writer's opinion and analysis of the situation.

"The GTA Online profile associated with this Rockstar Games account is not eligible for migration" error: Possible causes

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There is no proper explanation for what exactly is causing the "The GTA Online profile associated with this Rockstar Games account is not eligible for migration" error in GTA 5 Enhanced Edition on PC. Nevertheless, a recent Rockstar support article does state a few reasons why some accounts may not qualify for migration.

Check out: What is GTA 5 Enhanced? || What is GTA 5 Legacy?

Firstly, GTA Online account migration is not possible from console to PC or the other way around. Only PC players can migrate their profile from GTA 5 Legacy to the Enhanced Edition.

The support article also states that any banned or suspended accounts, or even those having "illegitimate or insufficient progress," might also not be eligible for migration.

Possible explanations for The GTA Online profile associated with this Rockstar Games account is not eligible for migration error (Image via Rockstar Games)

For those wondering, using mods or exploiting money/duplication glitches are some factors that can get a Grand Theft Auto Online account suspended or banned. So, if that is the case with your account, it may be the reason why you cannot migrate your profile to GTA 5 Enhanced PC.

Keep in mind that you can only migrate your account if you own or upgrade to the latest version of the game.

How to fix "The GTA Online profile associated with this Rockstar Games account is not eligible for migration" issue: Possible things you can try

While there's no official fix by Rockstar Games at the moment, players can try a few things to try to fix the issue from their end:

1) Restart:

The first thing you must try is restarting everything, including your PC and internet router. This will eliminate any possible issues occurring in your system.

2) Check access to the Enhanced version:

Once you boot up your game again, check if you have successfully upgraded to the Enhanced version of the game. You should be able to access the newer version of the game on your PC for migration to work.

3) Progress further in the game

However, if the issue still persists, you should try to progress further in Grand Theft Auto Online and then try again. This should eliminate any possible glitches because of which you may not be able to migrate the account.

A few people have also suggested the "GTA Online profile associated with this Rockstar Games account is not eligible for migration" error might be fixed by watching an introduction video on the main menu. However, this has not been confirmed.

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"The GTA Online profile associated with this Rockstar Games account is not eligible for migration" error can also be a bug. After all, GTA 5 Enhanced Edition has been released only a few days ago. Therefore, it might get patched eventually, but that remains to be seen.

If you haven't got the new version yet, check out GTA 5 Expanded & Enhanced PC download links.

Rockstar has also recently released the first official patch to fix some issues in the Enhanced version. Similarly, fans can expect Rockstar to release another patch to fix the "The GTA Online profile associated with this Rockstar Games account is not eligible for migration." error.

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Suyash holds a B.Tech degree and ventured into the world of gaming at a young age through the Prince of Persia Sands of Time trilogy. However, upon encountering GTA Vice City’s 1980s aesthetic, music, and vintage cars, he became enamored with the game, leading him to explore the rest of the franchise.

Suyash prefers solo titles to multiplayer, especially ones with a well-crafted story and character arcs. He admires journalist Jason Schreier for the respect he commands in the industry and the reliability of his news pieces. To ensure the accuracy of his own pieces, he checks multiple reputable sources and insiders.

If he were to recommend a game to a skeptic, it would be Naughty Dog’s Uncharted series. When he’s not roaming the streets of Los Santos in GTA V, you can find him playing football, watching movies, or working out.

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