MINIMUM SALARY
AED 5,000
RATE
3.49%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 199
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 5,000
RATE
3.49%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 199
Non AED Transaction Fee
2.34%
Cash Advance Fee
3.15 % / Min AED103
Key Features
Reward Features
For every USD 1 retail spend made using your Emirates Islamic Etihad Guest Card you will earn Etihad Guest Miles as per below.
2 Etihad Guest Miles for spend at Etihad Airlines
1.5 Etihad Guest Miles for spend on international spends
2 Etihad Guest Miles for spend on two categories of your choice
2 Etihad Guest Miles for spend on domestic spend
With Emirates Islamic Etihad Guest Platinum card, you will earn 2 Etihad Guest Miles for every USD 1 spent on Mobile Wallets & Online Transactions.
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 8,000
RATE
3.50%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 500
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 8,000
RATE
3.50%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 500
Non AED Transaction Fee
2.49%
Cash Advance Fee
3.15 % / Min 105
Joining Offers
Primary Card- Earn 10,000 Etihad Guest welcome bonus Miles.
Supplementary Card- Earn 5000 Etihad Guest welcome bonus Miles.
Double Etihad Guest Miles when you use your card to buy Etihad Airways or Etihad Partner Airlines flight tickets.
Key Features
Reward Features
EARN ETIHAD GUEST MILES FOR EVERY AED 10 YOU SPEND
MILES ACCELERATOR PROGRAM
Earn 5.5 Etihad Guest Miles for every AED 10 spent on your purchases (domestic and international) with an optional enrolment into the Miles Accelerator Program, for just AED 250 per month.
Things To Be Aware Of
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 15,000
RATE
3.25%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 735
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 15,000
RATE
3.25%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 735
Non AED Transaction Fee
1.99%
Cash Advance Fee
3.15 % / Min 103.95
Joining Offers
Apply for the Etihad Guest Visa Inspire Credit Card and receive exclusive offers
Key Features
Reward Features
Earn Etihad Guest Miles
Etihad Guest Miles earned on retail spends made on merchants located in European Union or under categories, grocery and supermarkets, quick service restaurant (i.e. fast food restaurant), insurance, car dealership, petroleum, transit, government services, utility payments, real estate, education & telecommunication payment will be capped at 750 Miles per statement cycle.
Things To Be Aware Of
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 10,000
RATE
3.49%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 899
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 10,000
RATE
3.49%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 899
Non AED Transaction Fee
2.34%
Cash Advance Fee
3.15 % / or AED 103
Joining Offers
Earn up to 125,000 miles.
30,000 Bonus miles upon payment of Annual Membership Fee of AED 899 & Joining Fee of AED 300.
65,000 miles on a cumulative Retail Spend or AED 50,000(Within the first 6 months)
30,000 miles on a cumulative Fx Spends of AED 10,000 (Within the first 6 months)
Key Features
Reward Features
3 Etihad Guest miles at Etihad Airline spend
2 Etihad Guest miles at international spend
2.5 Etihad Guest miles at two chosen categories
Upto 1.5 Etihad Guest miles at domestic spend
Emirates Islamic Etihad Guest Saqer card is the only credit card in the UAE that gives you the freedom of choice to define your preferred categories and earn Etihad Guest Miles on spends made on the same.
Earn 1 Etihad Guest Tier Mile for every 1 USD spent internationally on non-AED currency using your card. A maximum of 15,000 Tier Miles can be earned in a membership year.
Things To Be Aware Of
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 15,000
RATE
3.5%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 1500
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 15,000
RATE
3.5%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 1,500
Non AED Transaction Fee
2.49%
Cash Advance Fee
3.15 % / Min 105
Joining Offers
Get a warm welcome with a 35,000 Etihad Guest Miles bonus.
Key Features
Reward Features
EARN ETIHAD GUEST MILES FOR EVERY AED 10 YOU SPEND
EARN ETIHAD TIER MILES FOR EVERY AED 10 YOU SPENDS
All purchase transactions (domestic or international): 2.5 Miles earned per AED 10
MILES ACCELERATOR PROGRAM
Earn 6.5 Etihad Guest Miles for every AED 10 spent on your purchases (domestic and international) with an optional enrolment into the Miles Accelerator Program, for just AED 250 per month.
Things To Be Aware Of
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 10,000
RATE
3.49%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 733
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 10,000
RATE
3.49%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 733
Non AED Transaction Fee
2.34%
Cash Advance Fee
3.15 % / Min AED103
Joining Offers
Earn up to 125,000 miles.
30,000 Bonus miles upon payment of Annual Membership Fee of AED 699 & Joining Fee of AED 300.
65,000 miles on a cumulative Retail Spend or AED 50,000(Within the first 6 months)
30,000 miles on a cumulative Fx Spends of AED 10,000 (Within the first 6 months)
Key Features
Reward Features
For every USD 1 retail spend made using your Emirates Islamic Etihad Guest Card you will earn Etihad Guest Miles as per below.
3 Etihad Guest mile for spend at Etihad Airline
2 Etihad Guest mile for spend at International Spend
2.5 Etihad Guest mile for spend at two chosen categories
Upto 1.5 Etihad Guest mile for spend at domestic spend
Emirates Islamic Etihad Guest Ameera card is the only credit card in the UAE that gives you the freedom of choice to define your preferred categories and earn Etihad Guest Miles on spends made on the same.
Earn 1 Etihad Guest Tier Mile for every 1 USD spent internationally on non-AED currency using your card. A maximum of 15,000 Tier Miles can be earned in a membership year.
Things To Be Aware Of
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 35,000
RATE
3.25%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 1575
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 35,000
RATE
3.25%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 1,575
Non AED Transaction Fee
1.99%
Cash Advance Fee
3.15 % / Min103.95
Joining Offers
Welcome offer of AED 400 Noon voucher.
Key Features
Reward Features
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 15,000
RATE
3.49%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 1500
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 15,000
RATE
3.49%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 1,500
Non AED Transaction Fee
2.34%
Cash Advance Fee
3.15 % / or AED 103
Joining Offers
Earn up to 175,000 miles.
40,000 Bonus miles upon payment of Annual Membership Fee of AED 1,500 & Joining Fee of AED 500.
85,000 miles on a cumulative Retail Spend or AED 90,000(Within the first 6 months)
50,000 miles on a cumulative Fx Spends of AED 15,000 (Within the first 6 months)
Key Features
Reward Features
For every USD 1 retail spend made using your Emirates Islamic Etihad Guest Card you will earn Etihad Guest Miles as per below.
3.5 Etihad Guest miles on spend at Etihad Airlines
3 Etihad Guest miles on International spend
2.5 Etihad Guest miles on two chosen Categories
Upto 2 Etihad Guest miles on domestic spend
Emirates Islamic Etihad Guest Premium card gives you the freedom of choice to define your preferred categories and earn Etihad Guest Miles on spends made on the same.
You will earn 2.5 Etihad Guest Miles for every USD 1 spend on the chosen categories. The Etihad Guest Mile earning on the 2 chosen categories is capped at 1,500 Miles per category per month.
You also have the option to change your chosen categories every quarter by calling our call center.
Earn 1 Etihad Guest Tier Mile for every 1 USD spent internationally on non-AED currency using your card. A maximum of 20,000 Tier Miles can be earned in a membership year.
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 40,000
RATE
3.25%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 2625
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 40,000
RATE
3.25%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 2,625
Non AED Transaction Fee
2.99%
Cash Advance Fee
3.15 % / Min 105
Joining Offers
Key Features
Reward Features
Things To Be Aware Of
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 20,000
RATE
3.25%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 1050
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 20,000
RATE
3.25%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 1,050
Non AED Transaction Fee
2.99%
Cash Advance Fee
3.15 % / Min 105
Joining Offers
Key Features
Reward Features
Things To Be Aware Of
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 15,000
RATE
3.25%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 525
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 15,000
RATE
3.25%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 525
Non AED Transaction Fee
2.99%
Cash Advance Fee
3.15 % / Min 105
Joining Offers
Key Features
Reward Features
Things To Be Aware Of
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 8,000
RATE
3.09%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 0
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 8,000
RATE
3.09%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 0
Non AED Transaction Fee
3.10%
Cash Advance Fee
3.00 % / Min 99
Joining Offers
Welcome Offer
Welcome bonus 5,000 Etisalat Reward points(equivalent to more than 2.5 hours of UAE talk time).
Key Features
Reward Features
Earn Etisalat Smiles Rewards Points
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 10,000
RATE
3.09%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 299
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 10,000
RATE
3.09%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 299
Non AED Transaction Fee
3.10%
Cash Advance Fee
3.00 % / Min 99
Joining Offers
Welcome Offer
Welcome bonus of 20,000 Etisalat Reward points(equivalent to more than 10 hours of free UAE talk time!).
Key Features
Reward Features
Earn Etisalat Smiles Rewards Points
Things To Be Aware Of
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 5,000
RATE
3.09%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 999
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 5,000
RATE
3.09%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 999
Non AED Transaction Fee
3.10%
Cash Advance Fee
3.00 % / Min 99
Joining Offers
70,000 welcome Etisalat Smiles Points
Key Features
Reward Features
Earn Etisalat Smiles Rewards Points
Things To Be Aware Of
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 30,000
RATE
3.5%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 2500
MINIMUM SALARY
AED 30,000
RATE
3.5%
ANNUAL FEE
AED 2,500
Non AED Transaction Fee
2.49%
Cash Advance Fee
3.15 % / Min 105
Joining Offers
Get a warm welcome with 55,000 Etihad Guest Miles bonus.
Key Features
Reward Features
EARN ETIHAD GUEST MILES FOR EVERY AED 10 YOU SPEND
EARN ETIHAD TIER MILES FOR EVERY AED 10 YOU SPEND
All purchase (domestic or international): 2.5 Miles earned per AED 10
MILES ACCELERATOR PROGRAM
Earn 7.5 Etihad Guest Miles for every AED 10 spent on your purchases (domestic and international) with an optional enrolment into the Miles Accelerator Program, for just AED 250 per month.
Things To Be Aware Of
The Etihad Guest program is a highly rewarding loyalty scheme that offers members a wide range of benefits, making it one of the most attractive frequent flyer programs in the UAE. By joining Etihad Guest, members can earn miles not only on flights with Etihad Airways but also with its extensive network of airline and non-airline partners. These miles can be redeemed for a variety of rewards, including flights, upgrades, hotel stays, shopping vouchers, and even experiences. The program is designed with flexibility in mind, allowing members to use their miles for anything, from airline tickets to exclusive events.
The co-branded credit cards are offered in partnership with leading banks in the UAE, such as FAB, ADCB, and Emirates NBD. These cards allow members to earn Etihad Guest Miles on everyday spending, with some cards offering up to 10 miles per AED or USD spent on Etihad Airways transactions. Additionally, these cards often come with attractive welcome bonuses, complimentary airport lounge access, travel insurance, and concierge services. Higher-tier cards even contribute Tier Miles, helping members elevate their status to enjoy exclusive rewards like priority check-in, extra baggage allowance, and access to luxurious airport lounges worldwide.
Whether you are a frequent flyer or a casual traveler, the Etihad Guest program, coupled with its co-branded credit cards, offers unparalleled opportunities to maximize your travel and lifestyle benefits in the UAE.
Core Benefits: Free Wi-Fi Chat package during flights, exclusive GuestSeats with fixed, reduced fares.
Upgrade Path: Earn more Tier Miles to unlock Custom Benefits by reaching higher tiers.
Core Benefits: Dedicated check-in, free onboard Wi-Fi Chat package.
Custom Benefits: Choose two options like free Economy seat selection or Business Class Lounge access.
Requirements:
To reach: 25,000 Tier Miles (10,000 from flying)
To keep: 20,000 Tier Miles (10,000 from flying)
Core Benefits: Priority check-in, baggage, and boarding.
Custom Benefits: Choose four, such as 15kg extra baggage or home check-in service.
Beyond Benefits: Unlock two additional benefits upon reaching 75,000 Tier Miles.
Requirements:
To reach: 50,000 Tier Miles (20,000 from flying)
To keep: 40,000 Tier Miles (20,000 from flying)
Core Benefits: Extend your tier for up to six months, choose your own Etihad Guest number.
Custom Benefits: Choose five, including home check-in services or same day flexibility.
Beyond Benefits: Unlock two additional benefits upon reaching 175,000 Tier Miles.
Requirements:
To reach: 125,000 Tier Miles (40,000 from flying)
To keep: 100,000 Tier Miles (40,000 from flying)
Core Benefits: Bespoke benefits, elevated travel experience.
Requirements:
To reach: Spend $150,000 on Etihad flights.
To keep: Spend $150,000 on Etihad flights.
1.Emirates NBD Etihad Guest Visa Elevate Credit Card:
Welcome Miles: Up to 200,000 Etihad Guest Miles.
Earning Rates: 10 Miles per AED 10 spend on Etihad Airways, hotels, and dining, 6 Miles on all other spends.
Joining fees: AED 2,625
Annual fees: AED 1,575
Minimum Income : AED 30,000 per month
Other Benefits: Higher rewards on international spends, airport lounge access, valet parking, and concierge service
2.Emirates NBD Etihad Guest Visa Inspire Credit Card:
Welcome Miles: 60,000 Etihad Guest Miles.
Earning Rates: 7 Miles per AED 10 spend on Etihad Airways, hotels and dining 4 Miles on all other spends
Joining fees: AED 1,575
Annual fees: AED 735
Minimum Income: AED12,000 per month
Other benefits: Complimentary airport lounge access, Valet parking and concierge service
1.Emirates Islamic Etihad Guest Premium Credit Card:
Welcome Miles: Up to 175,000 Etihad Guest Miles.
Earning Rates: 3.5 Miles per USD on Etihad.com, and 2.5 on domestic spend and 3 Miles per USD on international spend.
Annual Fee: AED 1,500. (25,000 bonus miles)
Annual Fee: AED 2,500. (55,000 bonus miles) (No AMF for first year* Subject to retail spend of AED 7,500 within 90 days of card approval & AMF waiver from second year** subject to annual spend of AED 150,000. If spend is not met, AMF of AED 1,500 will be charged.)
Minimum Income: AED 15,000 per month
Other Benefits: Includes complimentary valet service, airport lounge access, and Fast-Track Etihad Guest Gold Tier Status.
2.Emirates Islamic Etihad Guest Saqer Credit Card:
Welcome Miles: 30,000 Etihad Guest Miles
Earning Rates: 3 Miles per USD on Etihad.com and 1.5 Miles per USD on domestic and 2 on international spend categories.
Annual Fee: AED 899. (No AMF for first year* Subject to retail spend of AED 5,000 within 90 days of card approval & AMF waiver from second year** subject to annual spend of AED 30,000. If spend is not met, AMF of AED 899 will be charged)
Minimum Income: AED 10,000
Other Benefits: Access to airport lounges, discounts on dining, and Fast-Track Etihad Guest Silver Tier Status.
3.Emirates Islamic Etihad Guest Ameera Credit Card:
Welcome Miles: 20,000 Etihad Guest Miles
Earning Rates: 3 Miles per USD on Etihad.com and 1.5 Miles per USD on domestic and 2 on international spend categories.
Annual Fee: AED 699. ( No AMF for first year* Subject to retail spend of AED 5,000 within 90 days of card approval & AMF waiver from second year** subject to annual spend of AED 30,000. If spend is not met, AMF of AED 699 will be charged.)
Minimum Income: AED 10,000
Other Benefits: Access to airport lounges, discounts on dining, and Fast-Track update to Etihad Guest Silver Tier Status.
4.Emirates Islamic Etihad Guest Platinum Credit Card:
Welcome Miles: 5,000 Etihad Guest Miles
Earning Rates: 2 Miles per USD on Etihad.com and 1 Miles per USD on domestic and 1 on international spend categories.
Annual Fee: AED 733.
Minimum Income: AED 5,000 (No AMF for first year* Subject to retail spend of AED 3,000 within 90 days of card approval & AMF waiver from second year**)
Other Benefits: Access to airport lounges, discounts on dining, and Fast-Track update to Etihad Guest Silver Tier Status.
1.FAB Etihad Guest Infinite Credit Card:
Welcome Miles: 55,000 Etihad Guest Miles.
Earning Rates: 7 Miles for every AED 10 spent on Etihad.com and 3.5 Miles per AED 10 on domestic and 6 miles on international spend categories.
Annual Fee: AED 2,500.
Minimum Income: AED 30,000 per month.
Other Benefits: Offers a variety of benefits including unlimited airport lounge access, complimentary airport transfers and Fast Track Enrolment to Etihad Guest Gold Membership
2.FAB Etihad Guest Signature Credit Card:
Welcome Miles: 35,000 Etihad Guest Miles.
Earning Rates: 5.5 Miles per AED 10 on Etihad.com and 2.5 Miles per AED 10 on domestic spends and 4.5 on international spends.
Annual Fee: AED 1,500.
Minimum Income: AED 15,000 per month
Other Benefits: Includes complimentary travel insurance, airport lounge access, fast track enrollment to Etihad Guest Silver membership and exclusive dining offers.
3.FAB Etihad Guest Platinum Credit Card:
Welcome Miles: 10,000 Etihad Guest Miles.
Earning Rates: 4 Miles per AED 10 on Etihad.com and 2Miles per AED 10 on domestic spends and 3.5 on international spend
Annual Fee: AED 500,Minimum Income AED 8000 per month.
Other Benefits: Airport lounge access, Airport transfers and free cinema offers
1.ADCB Etihad Guest Infinite Credit Card:
Welcome Miles: 60,000 Etihad Guest Miles.
Earning Rates: 3 Miles per USD spent on Etihad.com ,1 Miles per USD on domestic categories and 2 miles on international spend.
Annual Fee: AED 2,625 (inclusive of VAT).
Minimum Income: AED 30,000 per month.
Other Benefits: Etihad Gold Tier membership, Complimentary flight upgrade voucher, comprehensive travel insurance, rent a car ,Golf, Dining discounts and exclusive access to airport lounges.
2.ADCB Etihad Guest Signature Credit Card:
Welcome Miles: 35,000 Etihad Guest Miles.
Earning Rates: 2 Miles per USD spent on Etihad.com , 0.5 Miles per USD on domestic categories and 1.25 miles on international spend.
Annual Fee: AED 1,050 (inclusive of VAT).
Minimum Income: AED 15,000 per month.
Other Benefits: Etihad Silver Tier membership, Complimentary flight upgrade voucher, comprehensive travel insurance, rent a car , Golf, Dining discounts and exclusive access to airport lounges.
3.FAB Etihad Guest Platinum Credit Card:
Welcome Miles: 12,000 Etihad Guest Miles.
Earning Rates: 1.25 Miles per USD on international spends and 0.5 on domestic spends.
Annual Fee: AED 525 (inclusive of VAT).
Monthly Income: AED 8,000 per month
Other Benefits: Includes airport lounge access, and dining discounts.
1.ADIB Etihad Guest Visa Classic Credit Card:
Welcome Miles: 10,000 Etihad Guest Miles.
Earning Rates: 1 for every 4 AED on international and 0.75 on domestic spend categories.
2.ADIB Etihad Guest Visa Platinum Credit Card:
Welcome Miles: 50,000 Etihad Guest Miles.
Earning Rates: 3 for every 4 AED on international and 2.2 on domestic spend categories.
Other benefits : Free Companion Ticket on every AED 150,000 spent yearly, Fast track to Etihad Guest Gold Tier, Free airport lounge access via Lounge Key, Valet, and roadside assistance.
1.Al Hilal Etihad Guest Infinite Credit Card:
Welcome Miles: 60,000 Etihad Guest Miles.
Earning Rates: 8.25 Miles for every AED 10 spent on Etihad.com and 5.75 Miles for every AED 10 spent on other categories.
Annual Fee: AED 2,100 (inclusive of VAT).
Other Benefits: Includes access to luxury airport lounges, airport dining, Golf, global concierge.
2.Al Hilal Etihad Guest Signature Credit Card:
Welcome Miles: 40,000 Etihad Guest Miles.
Earning Rates: 5.75 Miles for every AED 10 spent on Etihad.com and 3.75 Miles for every AED 10 spent on other categories.
Annual Fee: AED 1,050 (inclusive of VAT).
Other Benefits: Includes access to luxury airport lounges, airport dining, Golf, global concierge.
3.Al Hilal Etihad Guest Platinum Card:
Welcome Miles: 13,000 Etihad Guest Miles.
Earning Rates: 4 Miles per AED 10 spent on Etihad.com and 2.75 Miles per AED 10 on other categories.
Annual Fee: AED 525 (VAT inclusive).
Other Benefits: Access to airport lounges, airport dining, golf, purchase protection and extended warranty.
|
Category |
Bronze |
Silver |
Gold |
Platinum |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Tier level expiry |
No expiry |
1 year |
1 year |
1 year |
|
Miles Expiry |
18 months (extendable) |
18 months (extendable) |
18 months (extendable) |
No expiry |
|
Etihad Guest Bonus Miles |
|
0.25 |
0.5 |
1 |
|
Priority check-in |
|
AUH Dedicated Check-in |
Business |
Business/First |
|
Priority boarding |
|
|
Available |
Available |
|
Fast-track immigration |
|
|
Available |
Available |
|
Priority baggage |
|
|
Available |
Available |
|
Seat selection |
|
|
Self+1 (Standard |
Self+3 (Standard) |
|
Wi-Fi packages |
Free chat |
Free chat |
Free chat + 25% off surf |
Free chat + surf |
|
Chauffeur service for GuestSeat Business and First |
|
|
|
Available |
|
Guaranteed Seat - Economy |
|
48 hours prior |
48 hours prior |
24 hours prior |
|
Guaranteed Seat - Business |
|
|
|
48 hours prior |
|
Dedicated contact center |
|
|
Available |
Available |
|
Gold Tier nomination |
|
|
|
Once |
|
Membership extension |
|
|
|
Once in a lifetime |
|
Custom Etihad Guest number redeeming Etihad Guest Miles |
|
|
|
Once in a lifetime |
|
Tier buy back (Co-brands only) |
|
75,000 miles |
150,000 miles |
|
|
Lounge access |
|
|
|
Self+1 (First) |
|
Extra baggage on eligible fare brands |
|
|
|
1 up to 20kgs |
|
Complementary upgrade on eligible routes |
|
|
|
Twice |
|
Seat selection |
|
Seat selection |
|
Self (Extra legroom) |
|
Same day flexibility |
|
|
|
Available |
|
Chauffeur service for GuestSeat Business and First |
|
|
Available |
Core Benefit |
|
Chauffeur service for Economy class |
|
|
Twice |
Twice |
|
Refund on GuestSeat booking |
|
|
Once |
Twice |
|
Home check-in (AUH only) |
|
|
Twice |
Four times |
|
Reward shop vouchers |
|
2 Vouchers |
4 Vouchers |
6 Vouchers |
|
Number of Beyond Benefits available |
|
|
|
|
|
Tier Miles required to unlock |
|
|
75000 miles |
175000 miles |
|
Business class lounge pass |
|
|
2 Vouchers |
3 Vouchers |
|
Priority access |
|
|
|
|
|
Silver Tier nomination |
|
|
Once |
Once |
|
Bonus Etihad Guest Miles |
|
|
10000 |
20000 |
|
Avis budget tier match |
|
|
|
|
|
National Insurance |
|
30% Discount |
30% Discount |
30% Discount |
|
Designated Yas mall parking |
|
Available |
Available |
Available |
|
Tier level expiry |
No expiry |
1 year |
1 year |
1 year |
|
Miles Expiry |
18 months (extendable) |
18 months (extendable) |
18 months (extendable) |
No expiry |
|
Etihad Guest Bonus Miles |
|
0.25 |
0.5 |
1 |
|
Priority check-in |
|
AUH Dedicated Check-in |
Business |
Business/First |
|
Priority boarding |
|
|
Available |
Available |
|
Fast-track immigration |
|
|
Available |
Available |
|
Priority baggage |
|
|
Available |
Available |
|
Seat selection |
|
|
Self+1 (Standard |
Self+3 (Standard) |
|
Wi-Fi packages |
Free chat |
Free chat |
Free chat + 25% off surf |
Free chat + surf |
|
Chauffeur service for GuestSeat Business and First |
|
|
|
Available |
|
Guaranteed Seat - Economy |
|
48 hours prior |
48 hours prior |
24 hours prior |
|
Guaranteed Seat - Business |
|
|
|
48 hours prior |
|
Dedicated contact center |
|
|
Available |
Available |
|
Gold Tier nomination |
|
|
|
Once |
|
Membership extension |
|
|
|
Once in a lifetime |
|
Custom Etihad Guest number redeeming Etihad Guest Miles |
|
|
|
Once in a lifetime |
|
Tier buy back (Co-brands only) |
|
75,000 miles |
150,000 miles |
|
|
Lounge access |
|
|
|
Self+1 (First) |
|
Extra baggage on eligible fare brands |
|
|
|
1 up to 20kgs |
|
Complementary upgrade on eligible routes |
|
|
|
Twice |
|
Seat selection |
|
Seat selection |
|
Self (Extra legroom) |
|
Same day flexibility |
|
|
|
Available |
|
Chauffeur service for GuestSeat Business and First |
|
|
Available |
Core Benefit |
|
Chauffeur service for Economy class |
|
|
Twice |
Twice |
|
Refund on GuestSeat booking |
|
|
Once |
Twice |
|
Home check-in (AUH only) |
|
|
Twice |
Four times |
|
Reward shop vouchers |
|
2 Vouchers |
4 Vouchers |
6 Vouchers |
|
Number of Beyond Benefits available |
|
|
|
|
|
Tier Miles required to unlock |
|
|
75000 miles |
175000 miles |
|
Business class lounge pass |
|
|
2 Vouchers |
3 Vouchers |
|
Priority access |
|
|
|
|
|
Silver Tier nomination |
|
|
Once |
Once |
|
Bonus Etihad Guest Miles |
|
|
10000 |
20000 |
|
Avis budget tier match |
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National Insurance |
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30% Discount |
30% Discount |
30% Discount |
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Designated Yas mall parking |
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Available |
Available |
Available |
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Card |
Welcome Miles |
Miles Earning (Domestic Spend) |
Miles Earning (International Spend) |
Miles Earning (Etihad.com Spend) |
Miles Earning (Govt/Utilities/Education/Service/Charities Spend) |
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ADIB Etihad Guest Visa Platinum Card |
50,000 | 2.2/4 AED |
3/4 AED |
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1/4 AED |
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ADIB Etihad Guest Visa Gold Card |
35,000 |
1/4 AED | 0.5/4 AED |
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0.5/4 AED |
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ADIB Etihad Guest Visa Classic Card |
10,000 |
0.75/4 AED |
1/4 AED |
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0.25/4 AED |
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Emirates NBD Etihad Guest Elevate Visa Credit Card |
40,000 |
Upto6 /10 AED | 6/10 AED | 10/10 AED |
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Emirates NBD Etihad Guest Inspire Visa Credit Card |
20,000 |
4/10 AED | 4/10 AED | 7/10 AED |
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Emirates Islamic Etihad Guest Premium Card |
55,000 | 2/USD | 3/USD | 3.5/USD |
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Emirates Islamic Etihad Guest Saqer Card |
30,000 |
1.5/USD |
2/USD | 3/USD |
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Emirates Islamic Etihad Guest Ameera Card |
30,000 | 1.5/USD | 2/USD | 3/USD |
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Emirates Islamic Etihad Guest Platinum Card |
5,000 |
1/USD | 1.5/USD | 2/USD |
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FAB Etihad Guest Infinite Credit Card |
55,000 |
3.5/10 AED | 6/10 AED | 7/10 AED |
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FAB Etihad Guest Signature Credit Card |
35,000 | 2.75/10 AED | 4.5/10 AED | 5.5/10 AED |
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FAB Etihad Guest Platinum Credit Card |
10,000 | 2/10 AED | 3.5/10 AED | 4/10 AED |
|
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ADCB Etihad Guest Infinite Card |
60,000 | 2/USD | 3/USD | 3/USD |
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ADCB Etihad Guest Signature Card |
35,000 | 1.25/USD | 2/USD | 2/USD |
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ADCB Etihad Guest Platinum Card |
12,000 | 1/USD |
1.25/USD |
1.25/USD |
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Al Hilal Bank Etihad Guest Infinite Card |
60,000 | 5.75/10 AED | 8.25/10 AED | 8.25/10 AED |
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Al Hilal Bank Etihad Guest Signature Card |
40,000 | 3.75/10 AED | 5.75/10 AED | 5.75/10 AED |
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Al Hilal Bank Etihad Guest Platinum Card |
13,000 | 2.75/10 AED | 4/10 AED | 4/10 AED |
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Tier Miles and Status Benefits: Many of these cards offer Tier Miles that contribute toward your status in the Etihad Guest program, allowing you to enjoy rewards like priority boarding, additional baggage allowance, and lounge access.
Rewarding Spend Categories: These cards often have higher earning rates on travel-related expenses, particularly on spends made directly with Etihad Airways, making them ideal for frequent flyers.
Comprehensive Travel Benefits: Most of the higher-tier cards provide extensive travel benefits, including airport transfers, travel insurance, and access to luxury lounges.
Choosing the right Etihad Guest credit card depends on your spending habits, travel frequency, and the specific perks you value most. Whether you are looking for high reward rates, premium travel benefits, or lower annual fees, there is an Etihad Guest cobranded card that fits your needs.
Maximizing Etihad Guest miles requires a strategic approach that combines earning opportunities with smart redemption strategies. Here is how you can get the most out of your Etihad Guest miles:
1. Use Co-Branded Credit Cards:
Leverage Co-Branded Cards: Sign up for an Etihad Guest co-branded credit card, such as those offered by FAB, ADCB, or Emirates NBD. These cards often provide generous welcome bonuses and allow you to earn miles on every purchase, with higher earning rates on specific categories like Etihad.com transactions, dining, and travel. Some cards also offer Tier Miles, which help you elevate your Etihad Guest status.
2. Fly with Etihad Airways and Partners:
Earn Miles on Flights: Always book flights with Etihad Airways or its partner airlines. The more you fly, the more miles you accumulate. Additionally, flying in premium classes like Business or First Class will earn you more miles compared to Economy.
Take Advantage of Promotions: Etihad frequently runs promotions where you can earn double or even triple miles on specific routes or during certain periods. Keep an eye out for these deals to boost your mileage balance.
3. Shop and dine with Etihad Partners:
Use Shopping and Dining Partners: Earn miles by shopping with Etihad’s retail partners or dining at partner restaurants. Many partners allow you to earn miles for every dirham spent, making it easy to accumulate miles through everyday activities.
Participate in Etihad Rewards Mall: The Etihad Rewards Mall is an online shopping portal where you can earn miles by purchasing from popular global brands. This is a fantastic way to earn miles while doing your regular shopping.
4. Convert Points from Other Loyalty Programs:
Transfer Points from Hotel and Credit Card Programs: Many hotel loyalty programs and non-Etihad credit cards allow you to convert their points into Etihad Guest miles. For example, you can transfer points from Marriott Bonvoy, Hilton Honors, or American Express Membership Rewards to your Etihad Guest account.
Watch for Transfer Bonuses: Sometimes, Etihad offers bonus miles when you transfer points from certain programs. Taking advantage of these offers can significantly boost your miles balance.
5. Optimize Miles Redemption:
Book Guest Seats: Guest Seats offer the best value for your miles when booking flights. They are generally available at a lower mileage rate compared to Open Seats. Additionally, booking well in advance increases the chances of finding Guest Seats at a lower cost.
Use Miles for Upgrades: If you have booked an Economy ticket, consider using your miles to upgrade to Business or First Class. This can be a terrific way to enhance your travel experience at a fraction of the cost.
6. Participate in the Etihad Guest Program:
Reach Higher Tiers: Aim to reach higher tiers in the Etihad Guest program (Silver, Gold, or Platinum) by accumulating Tier Miles. Higher tiers come with additional benefits like bonus miles, priority boarding, lounge access, and more.
Utilize Family Membership: Pool miles with family members under the Family Membership program to consolidate your miles and reach redemption thresholds faster.
7. Stay Informed and Be Strategic:
Monitor Your Miles Expiry: Regularly check your miles balance and expiry dates. Use or extend your miles before they expire to avoid losing them.
Stay Updated: Subscribe to Etihad’s newsletter or follow their social media channels to stay informed about new promotions, bonus mile opportunities, and special redemption offers.
By following these strategies, you can maximize your Etihad Guest miles, allowing you to enjoy more rewards and a better overall experience with Etihad Airways and its partners.
1. Transform your Etihad Guest miles to rewards:
From GuestSeats to 5Star retreats, gadgets and getaways, shopping sprees, growing trees; almost anything you please. If you can dream it, your Etihad Guest Miles can redeem it.
2. Watch your miles take off:
Use your miles to book flights with Etihad Airways or any partner airline to hundreds of destinations around the world from as little as 6,500 miles. You can also use your miles to pay for lounge access, extra baggage, extra legroom,
in- flight WiFi, and so much more.
3. Your upgrade is waiting:
Take your flight experience to the next level by using your miles to upgrade your Economy seat to Business or First. Sit back, then lie back and relax in ultimate comfort.
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The Etihad Guest Rewards Program is a loyalty program that allows you to earn miles for every purchase made with participating credit cards, which can be redeemed for flights, upgrades, and other benefits.
Several banks in the UAE offer credit cards with the Etihad Guest Rewards Program, including ADCB, Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, Emirates NBD, and more.
You earn Etihad Guest Miles by making purchases with your credit card. The number of miles earned varies depending on the card and the type of transaction.
Yes, many credit cards offer bonus miles when you sign up and meet certain spending criteria within a specified period.
Etihad Guest Miles can be redeemed for flights, seat upgrades, hotel stays, car rentals, and shopping with Etihad's partners.
Yes, Etihad Guest Miles typically expire after a certain period of inactivity. Check the specific terms and conditions of your card for more details.
Yes, most credit cards with the Etihad Guest Rewards Program have annual fees. The amount varies by card.
Generally, miles are not earned on balance transfers and cash advances. Check your card's terms and conditions for specifics.
You can check your Etihad Guest Miles balance online by logging into your Etihad Guest account or through your credit card's online banking portal.
Yes, each credit card has a minimum income requirement, which varies by card and issuing bank.
Can I convert my existing credit card to one that offers Etihad Guest Rewards?.
Foreign transaction fees may apply. Check the specific terms and conditions of your card.
Many Etihad Guest Rewards credit cards offer travel insurance as part of their benefits package. Details vary by card.
Yes, many cards allow you to add supplementary cardholders, which can help you earn miles faster.
Some credit cards offer higher mile earnings on specific categories like travel, dining, or grocery purchases.
You can redeem your miles for flights by logging into your Etihad Guest account and selecting the "Book Flights with Miles" option.
Yes, you can use Etihad Guest Miles to upgrade your flight class, subject to availability and fare class eligibility. Yes, you can use Etihad Guest Miles to upgrade your flight class, subject to availability and fare class eligibility.
Many Etihad Guest Rewards credit cards offer complimentary access to airport lounges. Check your card's benefits for details.
If you lose your credit card, contact your bank immediately to report the loss and request a replacement card.
Customer service contact details can be found on the back of your credit card, on your bank's website, or through your bank's mobile app.
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