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Two free-for-life Emirates NBD credit cards built for everyday UAE spending — the noon One Visa pays up to 20% back as noon Credits on noon Food, and the Share Platinum earns Share Points across grocery, dining, and online retail.
9 cards in the UAE
General requirements for credit card applications in the UAE. Exact thresholds vary by bank and card tier.
| Minimum age | 21 years |
| Monthly salary | AED 5,000–30,000 |
| 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 5,000–30,000 |
| 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.
Prepare these before you start an application. Some banks accept digital uploads; others require originals at a branch.
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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
No Annual Fee
4% cashback with Al Futtaim brands
0.75% cashback on other spends
Buy 1 get 1 movie ticket at VOX Cinemas
Monthly Fee: AED 100
Free Plan Available
No FX Fee
100% Cashback at selected brands
Lifestyle benefits with Violet
WIO BANK
Salary: AED 5,000+
No Annual Fee with Wio Plan
2% Cashback on all spends
0.5% Cashback on Credit Card Bill Payments
Total Cashback up to AED 2,500/month
DUBAI FIRST
Salary: AED 5,000+
Annual Fee: AED 418.95
5% Cashback on groceries, dining and fuel
0.50% Cashback on international and domestic retail spends
Instant Cashback Redemption
CITIBANK
Salary: AED 5000+
No Annual Fee
20% discount on Talabat
CITIBANK
Salary: AED 8,000+
No Annual Fee for the first year
10,000 bonus points annually post payment of annual fee
1.5 Points on grocery and non-AED spends
1 Point on local spends
CITIBANK
Salary: AED 8,000+
No Annual Fee for the first year
3% Cashback on non-AED spends
2% Cashback on grocery/supermarket spends
1% Cashback on all other spend
CITIBANK
Salary: AED 15,000+
Annual Fee: AED 750
10,000 bonus points annually post payment of annual fee
3 Points on non-AED spends
2 Points on local spends
ABU DHABI COMMERCIAL BANK (ADCB)
Salary: AED 20,000+
Annual Fee: AED 1,575
10% Cashback on airline tickets
10% Cashback on hotel stays
1.5% Cashback on all domestic spends
CITIBANK
Salary: AED 30,000+
Annual Fee: AED 1,500
10,000 bonus points annually post payment of annual fee
3 Points on non-AED spends
2 Points on local spends
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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