Yes. Citi UAE currently publishes the Citi Prestige Credit Card as an active product with an application route. Product availability and campaign terms can still change, so use Citi's live product page when applying.
Best Citi Premium & Travel Credit Cards in the UAE
Citi UAE premium cards compared: Citi Prestige (lounge access), Citi Ultima (top tier), and Citi Premier — salary tiers, annual fees, ThankYou Points.
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CITIBANK
Citi Prestige Credit Card
≈ AED 18,862 potential value / year · incl. perks
10,000 bonus points annually post payment of annual fee
3 Points on non-AED spends
2 Points on local spends
14 lounge visits/year
4 Careem airport rides/year
CITIBANK
Citi Ultima Credit Card
≈ AED 28,662 potential value / year · incl. perks
30,000 annual bonus miles
5 miles/USD non-AED
2.5 miles/USD in AED
14 lounge visits/year
4 Careem airport rides/year
CITIBANK
Citi Premier Credit Card
≈ AED 13,048 potential value / year · incl. perks
Welcome Bonus: AED 750 statement credit after AED 10,000 spend in 60 days
3 ThankYou Points per USD on dining, fuel and grocery
2 ThankYou Points per USD on other international spend
Best Citi Premium & Travel Credit Cards in the UAE compared
A side-by-side snapshot of annual fees, salary requirements, and standout benefits.
| Card | Annual fee | Min. salary | Why it stands out |
|---|---|---|---|
| AED 1,575 | AED 30,000 | Travel rewards, 14 Mastercard Travel Pass visits, and concierge |
| AED 3,150 | AED 36,750 | Top-tier Citi card with 14 Mastercard Travel Pass visits, concierge, and travel insurance |
| AED 600 | AED 18,000 | Citi Premier banking tier — premium without the ultra-premium fee |
| Card | Annual fee | Min. salary | Why it stands out |
|---|---|---|---|
| AED 1,575 | AED 30,000 | Travel rewards, 14 Mastercard Travel Pass visits, and concierge |
| AED 3,150 | AED 36,750 | Top-tier Citi card with 14 Mastercard Travel Pass visits, concierge, and travel insurance |
| AED 600 | AED 18,000 | Citi Premier banking tier — premium without the ultra-premium fee |
Citi Prestige Credit Card
Annual feeAED 1,575
Min. salaryAED 30,000
HighlightTravel rewards, 14 Mastercard Travel Pass visits, and concierge
Citi Ultima Credit Card
Annual feeAED 3,150
Min. salaryAED 36,750
HighlightTop-tier Citi card with 14 Mastercard Travel Pass visits, concierge, and travel insurance
Citi Premier Credit Card
Annual feeAED 600
Min. salaryAED 18,000
HighlightCiti Premier banking tier — premium without the ultra-premium fee
August Spotlight
Emirates NBD
Three Emirates NBD credit cards spanning everyday rewards to premium travel — the ENBD noon One Visa Card earns up to 20% back as noon Credits on noon Food with no annual fee, the ENBD Voyager World Credit Card earns 6 Voyager Miles per AED 1 on the Voyager Travel Portal with complimentary airport lounge access, and the premium ENBD Voyager World Elite doubles that to 12 Voyager Miles per AED 1 with added airport transfers and fast-track privileges.
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EMIRATES NBD
ENBD noon One Visa Credit Card
- Salary: AED 5,000+
- No Annual Fee
- Welcome Bonus: AED 500 when you spend AED 5,000 in the first two months
- Get 20% back as noon credits when you spend on noon food
- Get 5% back as noon credits when you spend on noon
3.9/5
EMIRATES NBD
ENBD Voyager World Credit Card
- Salary: AED 12,000+
- 75,000 Miles after AED 35,000 spend
- No Annual Fee
- 6 Voyager Miles on every AED spent on Voyager Travel Portal
- 3 Voyager Miles on every AED spent on other travel bookings
EMIRATES NBD
ENBD Voyager World Elite Credit Card
- Salary: AED 25,000+
- 150,000 Miles after AED 70,000 spend
- No Annual Fee for the first year
- 12 Voyager Miles on every AED spent on Voyager Travel Portal
- 6 Voyager Miles on every AED spent on other travel bookings
Why choose Citi Premium & Travel Credit Cards in the UAE
1.
Established premium positioning
Citi Prestige is one of the longest-running premium UAE credit cards, with a stable benefits structure around lounge access, concierge, and ThankYou Points.
2.
Ultima for high-volume international spenders
Citi Ultima targets HNW clients with 14 annual Mastercard Travel Pass visits, dedicated concierge, comprehensive travel insurance, and elevated Citi Miles earning.
3 cards in the UAE
CITIBANK
Citi Prestige Credit Card
- Salary: AED 30,000+
- Annual Fee: AED 1,575
- 10,000 bonus points annually post payment of annual fee
- 3 Points on non-AED spends
- 2 Points on local spends
CITIBANK
Citi Ultima Credit Card
- Salary: AED 36,750
- Annual Fee: AED 3,150
- 30,000 annual bonus miles
- 5 miles/USD non-AED
- 2.5 miles/USD in AED
CITIBANK
Citi Premier Credit Card
- Salary: AED 15,000+
- Annual Fee: AED 787.50
- Welcome Bonus: AED 750 statement credit after AED 10,000 spend in 60 days
- 3 ThankYou Points per USD on dining, fuel and grocery
- 2 ThankYou Points per USD on other international spend
Eligibility criteria
General requirements for credit card applications in the UAE. Exact thresholds vary by bank and card tier.
| Minimum age | 21 years |
| Monthly salary | AED 15,000–36,750 |
| Employment | Salaried employees or self-employed professionals |
| Residency | UAE residents with a valid Emirates ID and residence visa |
| Credit history | AECB credit score is checked; a clean record strengthens approval |
| Minimum age | 21 years |
| Monthly salary | AED 15,000–36,750 |
| Employment | Salaried employees or self-employed professionals |
| Residency | UAE residents with a valid Emirates ID and residence visa |
| Credit history | AECB credit score is checked; a clean record strengthens approval |
Always confirm the latest eligibility details with the issuing bank before applying.
Documents you will need
Prepare these before you start an application. Some banks accept digital uploads; others require originals at a branch.
UAE nationals
1.Emirates ID
2.Khulasat Al Qaid (Family Book)
3.Salary certificate (less than 30 days old)
4.Bank statements — last 3 months
5.Passport copy
Expats & residents
1.Emirates ID
2.Valid passport with residence visa page
3.Salary certificate or employment letter
4.Bank statements — last 3 months
5.Proof of address (utility bill or tenancy contract)
The final list of required documents may differ based on the bank and card. Self-employed applicants may also need a trade licence and audited financial statements.
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