CBD Visa Infinite Credit Card
A points credit card by CBD earning up to 3 points/AED on international spend and 2.5 points/AED on all other purchases.
AED 787.50
Up to 3 pts/AED
AED 15,000
4.65%
Who Is This Card For?
Quick answer before the detailed explanation
Good fit if
You spend heavily on international transactions and earn at least AED 15,000 monthly.
Not ideal if
You focus spending on dining, groceries, utilities, or education within the UAE.
Watch out for
AED 100,000 annual spend required to waive the AED 787.50 fee each year.
Calculate This Card’s Value
Earning Rates
2.5 pts/AED
3 pts/AED
0.5 pts/AED
0.5 pts/AED
0.5 pts/AED
0.5 pts/AED
Perks
Key Strengths and Weaknesses
Strengths
Earns 3 points per AED on international spend with no cap.
Baseline 2.5 points per AED on all other purchases.
Includes lounge access, valet parking, golf rounds, and cinema buy-one-get-one.
Annual fee waived with AED 100,000 spend per year.
Watch out for
Dining, groceries, utilities, and education earn only 0.5 points per AED.
AED 15,000 minimum monthly salary restricts eligibility.
4.65% foreign exchange markup reduces value on international transactions.
Fees & Conditions
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum salary to apply for the CBD Visa Infinite Credit Card?
You need a minimum monthly salary of AED 15,000 to be eligible for this card.
How can I waive the annual fee?
Spend AED 100,000 or more per year to waive the AED 787.50 annual fee.
Does this card earn points on school or university fees?
Yes, but education spend earns only 0.5 points per AED, which is lower than the baseline 2.5 points per AED on general purchases.
What is the foreign exchange markup when using this card abroad?
The card charges a 4.65% foreign exchange markup on international transactions.
What perks come with the CBD Visa Infinite Credit Card?
You receive lounge access, valet parking, complimentary golf rounds, and cinema buy-one-get-one offers.