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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.
16 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
FIRST ABU DHABI BANK (FAB)
Salary: AED 5,000+
Annual Fee: AED 300
5% cashback on fashion, dining, groceries
3% cashback on international spends
1% cashback on other retail spends
EMIRATES NBD
Salary: AED 5,000+
No Annual Fee
1% cashback on all spends
5% cashback on Emaar spends
Buy 1 Get 1 Free Movie Tickets.
FIRST ABU DHABI BANK (FAB)
Salary: AED 5,000+
No Annual Fee
4% at malls & Carrefour
1% international
2-for-1 VOX monthly
SHARJAH ISLAMIC BANK
Salary: AED 8,000+
No Annual Fee for the First Year
10% Cashback on online and digital wallet spends
2% Cashback on international spends
1% Cashback on domestic retail spends
FIRST ABU DHABI BANK (FAB)
Salary: AED 10,000+
Annual Fee: AED 525
5,000 bonus SHARE points
6% at malls & Carrefour
2-for-1 VOX 3× monthly
DEEM
Salary: AED 10,000+
No Annual Fee
30% off on Udemy
Debt Consolidation Option
Spend AED 100 for AED 100,000 weekly draw.
AJMAN BANK
Salary: AED 10,000+
Annual Fee: AED 300
Welcome Bonus: up to AED 500
5% cashback on fuel, education, grocery, online shopping
1% cashback on all other spends
AJMAN BANK
Salary: AED 10,000+
No Annual Fee (Free for Life)
50% cashback on refreshments & snacks
10% cashback on Amazon, Noon & Careem
5% cashback on dine-in
AJMAN BANK
Salary: AED 10,000+
Annual Fee: AED 600
Welcome Bonus: AED 1,000 cashback
50% cashback on refreshments & snacks
10% cashback on Amazon, Noon & Careem
EMIRATES NBD
Min Salary: AED 12,000
Joining Fee: AED 525
Annual Fee: AED 262.50
6.25% cashback on Emaar spends
U By Emaar Gold Status
RAKBANK
Salary: AED 15,000+
No Annual Fee First Year
Exclusive for UAE nationals
50,000 RAKrewards Bonus
100% Cashback on Salik + DARB
AAFAQ ISLAMIC FINANCE
Salary: AED 20,000+
Annual Fee: AED 1,050 (first year free)
5% online & dining
3% international
20% welcome cashback on Amazon, noon, Careem, Talabat
FIRST ABU DHABI BANK (FAB)
Salary: AED 25,000+
Annual Fee: AED 1,050
10,000 bonus SHARE points
8% at malls & Carrefour
Free lounge access
DEEM
Salary: AED 25,000+
No Annual Fee
1,000+ lounges worldwide
Debt Consolidation Option
Spend AED 100 for AED 100,000 weekly draw.
EMIRATES NBD
Salary: AED 30,000+
Joining Fee: AED 2,625
Annual Fee: AED 1,575
Welcome Offer: Up to 25,000 UPoints
U By Emaar Platinum Status
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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