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Emirates NBD Etihad Guest Visa Elevate

A premium Emirates NBD travel card earning 1 mile per AED on travel and dining, plus Etihad Gold tier status.

Annual feeVAT included
AED 1,575.00
Top earnrewards rate
Up to 1 mile/AED
Min salaryfor eligibility
AED 30,000
FX markupforeign currency
3.14%

Who Is This Card For?

If you spend AED 20,000 or more monthly and fly Etihad Airways frequently, this card delivers strong value through accelerated miles earning on


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Key Strengths and Weaknesses

Strengths


Earns 1 mile per AED on travel and dining with no caps.

Includes Etihad Gold tier status and two 50% miles redemption vouchers.

Welcome bonus up to 200,000 miles for spending AED 120,000 in 6 months.

Premium perks include lounge access, airport transfers, and valet parking.

Watch out for


High joining fee of AED 2,625 and annual fee of AED 1,575, both non-waivable.

Requires AED 30,000 minimum monthly salary, limiting eligibility.

Only 0.6 miles per AED on non-bonus spending reduces everyday value.

Earning Rates

Travel
1 mile/AED

Dining
1 mile/AED

All Other Spends
0.6 miles/AED

Perks

Airport Lounge Access
50% Etihad Guest Miles Redemption Discount Voucher 1
50% Etihad Guest Miles Redemption Discount Voucher 2
Etihad Gold Tier
Airport Transfer
Car Service Pickup/Drop
Car Registration Pickup/Drop
Valet Parking
Annual Entertainer Membership
Cinema Buy-1-Get-1 Ticket
Golf Round Access

Fees & Conditions

Annual FeeAED 1,575
Joining FeeAED 2,625
FX Markup3.14%
Minimum SalaryAED 30,000/mo
Welcome BonusUp to 200,000 bonus points.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum salary required for this card?

You need a minimum monthly salary of AED 30,000 to qualify for the Emirates NBD Etihad Guest Visa Elevate card.

How does the welcome bonus work?

You receive 40,000 miles upon paying the joining fee, 60,000 miles for spending AED 90,000 within 6 months, and 100,000 miles for spending AED 120,000 within 6 months. The maximum welcome bonus is 200,000 miles.

Can the annual fee be waived?

No, the AED 1,575 annual fee and AED 2,625 joining fee are not waivable regardless of your spending.

What are the earn rates for travel and dining?

You earn 1 mile per AED spent on travel and dining with no monthly caps. All other spending earns 0.6 miles per AED.

What is the foreign exchange fee for international purchases?

The card charges a 3.14% foreign exchange markup on all international transactions and purchases made in foreign currencies.