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Cash Back · United Arab Emirates

Emirates Islamic Cashback Plus Card

4.2 / 5 editorial score

The Emirates Islamic Cashback Plus is a Sharia-compliant card delivering generous cashback on supermarkets, dining and fuel with no annual fee and complimentary lounge access.

#5 of 7 · Cash Back · UAE#11 of 17 · All UAE cards
Annual feeNo annual fee
IssuerEmirates Islamic
NetworkMastercard
Welcome offerWelcome cashback offer for new cardholders
Interest rateApprox. 3.45% monthly profit rate…
Foreign feeForeign currency markup applie…
Who qualifiesStable income, UAE residency

Why it ranks

  • Sharia-compliant structure
  • High dining cashback rate
  • No annual fee with lounge access

What holds it back

  • Cashback is subject to monthly caps
  • Foreign currency markup on overseas spend
  • Top rates may require a minimum spend

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The Emirates Islamic Cashback Plus is a Sharia-compliant card delivering generous cashback on supermarkets, dining and fuel with no annual fee and complimentary lounge access.

Emirates Islamic Cashback Plus Card at a glance

IssuerEmirates Islamic
Card networkMastercard
Annual feeNo annual fee
Welcome bonusWelcome cashback offer for new cardholders
Rewards rateUp to 10% on dining, with strong supermarket and fuel rates
Intro APRNot applicable (profit rate applies under Islamic finance)
Regular APRApprox. 3.45% monthly profit rate on outstanding balances
Foreign transaction feeForeign currency markup applies (approx. 2.99%)
Credit neededStable income, UAE residency
Best forCustomers wanting Sharia-compliant cashback
Airport lounge accessYes

Rewards & benefits

  • Up to 10% cashback on dining
  • Strong cashback on supermarkets and fuel
  • No annual fee
  • Complimentary airport lounge visits

Eligibility & who it suits

  • UAE resident with valid Emirates ID
  • Minimum salary of approximately AED 5,000 per month
  • Stable, verifiable income
  • Pass Emirates Islamic credit assessment

How to apply

Check current rates on Emirates Islamic’s official site →

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Rates, fees, welcome offers and benefits are provided for general information, can change at any time, and may not reflect current terms. Always confirm the latest details on the issuer’s official site before applying. This is not financial advice.

How it ranks against similar UAE cards

RankCardAnnual feeRewardsWelcome offerForeign feeWho qualifiesScore
1
Emirates Islamic Cashback Plus CardCustomers wanting Sharia-compliant cashback
None Up to 10% on dining, with strong supermarket and fuel rates Welcome cashback offer for new cardholders Foreign currency markup ap… Stable income, UAE residency 4.2
2
ADCB 365 Cashback Credit CardDining, fuel and grocery spenders who put AED 5,000+ a month on one card
AED 383.25/yr 6% dining (incl. online orders), 5% fuel and Salik, 5% home digital entertainmen… See issuer for the current offer See issuer Minimum monthly salary AED 5,000… 4.4
3
Mashreq Cashback Credit CardEveryday spenders wanting fee-free cashback
None 5% on dining, 1% on other spends in the UAE and abroad Welcome cashback offer for new cardholders 2.89% spread on internatio… Stable income, UAE residency 4.4
4
FAB Cashback Credit CardHouseholds wanting fee-free cashback on essentials
AED 300/yr 5% on dining, groceries and fashion, 3% on international spends, 1% elsewhere Welcome cashback offer for new cardholders Foreign currency markup ap… Stable income, UAE residency 4.3

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