American Express Platinum, ENBD Skywards Infinite, ENBD Visa Infinite, Citi Ultima, Citi Prestige, ADCB Etihad Guest Infinite, FAB Elite, and RAKBANK Elevate all include Priority Pass or an equivalent lounge benefit. Visit caps and guest terms differ — confirm in the card's benefit details.
Best Credit Cards with Priority Pass in the UAE
Compare UAE credit cards that include Priority Pass airport lounge access — 1,900+ lounges worldwide. Includes unlimited-visit picks plus mid-tier cards with capped visits.
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AMERICAN EXPRESS
The American Express Platinum Credit Card
Earn 2 points for every AED 4 spent
20,000 Points for every referred friend
10% cashback every month, up to AED 600 annually
RAKBANK
RAKBANK Elevate Credit Card
Up to 4% cashback on all your spends
Up to 3% value back on airline and hotel reward redemption
CITIBANK
Citi Ultima Credit Card
30,000 bonus miles annually post payment of annual fee
5 Miles on non-AED spends
Best Credit Cards with Priority Pass 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 735 | AED 21,250+ | Unlimited Priority Pass for cardholder plus one complimentary guest per visit; broad lounge network coverage |
 | AED 1,575 | AED 30,000+ | Priority Pass-tier lounge access plus Skywards Miles on every spend |
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Why choose Credit Cards with Priority Pass in the UAE
1.
Priority Pass is the broadest international lounge network
Priority Pass provides access to over 1,900 lounges and experiences worldwide — the broadest international coverage of the major lounge networks. For DXB and AUH specifically, multiple terminals are covered. For other networks like LoungeKey and DragonPass, coverage in Asia and the Middle East can be comparable or stronger.
2.
Unlimited vs capped visits
Unlimited Priority Pass visits are bundled with several premium UAE cards (American Express Platinum, top Visa Infinite issues). Mid-tier and Signature cards typically include a fixed number of complimentary visits per year, with additional visits at the standard guest rate.
3.
Guests usually pay extra
Standard Priority Pass terms charge USD 35 per guest visit. Many UAE premium cards include one complimentary guest per visit (American Express Platinum, for example). Always confirm guest terms in the card's lounge benefit details before relying on them.
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AMERICAN EXPRESS
The American Express Platinum Credit Card
Salary: AED 21,250+
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 21,250–50,000 |
| 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 21,250–50,000 |
| 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)
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