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Emirates Skywards ICICI Emeralde

Annual Fee

₹10,000

Rewards/₹100

₹2.50

Normalized to balance base rate with bonus categories

Interest Rate

42.00%

Credit Score

750+

At a Glance

Key Benefits

2.5 Skywards Miles/Rs 100, 10K welcome miles, Emirates Silver tier

Lounge Access

Unlimited domestic + Priority Pass international lounges

Eligibility

Salaried: Rs 75,000+/month, Age: 21-60, CIBIL: 750+

Quick Details

Annual Fee
₹10,000 #277
Joining Fee
₹10,000 #275
Interest Rate
42.00% p.a. #108
Forex Markup
3.50% #75
Rewards/₹100
₹2.50 #114
Reward Type Reward Points
Reward Currency Points
Domestic Lounge Visits
Unlimited #1
Min Credit Score
750+ #186
Min Monthly Income ₹50
Network VISA
Late Payment Fee ₹0 3.75% (min ₹100)
Cash Advance Fee ₹0 2.50% (min ₹500)
Over Limit Fee ₹0 2.50% (min ₹600)

Reward Structure

Base

All Spends

₹2.50 /₹100
Cat

Insurance & Utilities

₹1.00 /₹100

Reward Calculator

Allocate by Category 100%
Insurance & Utilities
1.0 pts
60% ₹0
Other Spends
2.5 pts
40% ₹0
Your Rewards
Points Earned 0
Cash Value ₹0
Breakdown
Quick amounts:

Milestone Benefits

Welcome Bonus

10,000 Skywards Miles on first transaction

₹10,000

value

Renewal Benefit

10,000 Skywards Miles on annual fee payment from 2nd year

₹10,000

value

Milestone

Emirates Gold Tier on Rs 15 lakh annual spend (min Rs 50K on Emirates)

Spend ₹15,00,000 within 365 days

₹50,000

value

Airport Lounge Access

Domestic Free
Unlimited

visits

Priority Pass Free
Unlimited

visits

Priority Pass membership for international lounges

Insurance Coverage

Air Accident

₹2,00,00,000

Air accident insurance for flights booked with card.

Lost Card

₹0

Zero liability for lost card transactions.

Fraud

₹0

Zero liability for unauthorized transactions.

Purchase Protection

₹2,00,000

Purchase protection for 90 days.

Lifestyle Perks

Movies

50.00% off

Buy 1 Get 1 on BookMyShow, Rs 750 cap per ticket

Dining

15.00% off

Culinary Treats Programme - discounts at partner restaurants

Concierge

24x7 concierge service for travel and lifestyle needs

Quick Analysis

The Emirates Skywards ICICI Emeralde is the ultimate card for Emirates loyalists. With 2.5 Skywards Miles per Rs 100 and pathway to Gold tier membership, it offers exceptional value for frequent Emirates flyers. The Rs 10,000 fee is justified by the miles earning potential and tier benefits.

Pros

  • 2.5 Skywards Miles per Rs 100 spend - excellent for Emirates flyers
  • 10,000 Skywards Miles as welcome and renewal benefit
  • Complimentary Emirates Skywards Silver Tier membership
  • Emirates Gold Tier on Rs 15 lakh annual spend with min Rs 50K on Emirates
  • Unlimited domestic lounges + Priority Pass for international
  • Buy 1 Get 1 on movies via BookMyShow (Rs 750 cap)

Cons

  • Rs 10,000 annual fee with no waiver option
  • 3.5% forex markup is high for travel card
  • Only 1 Skyward Mile per Rs 100 on insurance/utilities
  • Best value only for frequent Emirates flyers

Best For

Frequent Emirates flyers and premium travelers

Not Ideal For

Those who fly other airlines or rarely travel

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the annual fee for Emirates Skywards ICICI Emeralde?
The annual fee is Rs 10,000 plus taxes. There is no fee waiver option available for this card.
How many Skywards Miles do I earn per Rs 100 spend?
You earn 2.5 Skywards Miles for every Rs 100 spent on all transactions except insurance and utilities, where you earn 1 Skyward Mile per Rs 100.
What is the Emirates tier membership benefit?
You get complimentary Emirates Skywards Silver Tier membership. You can upgrade to Gold Tier by spending Rs 15 lakhs annually, of which minimum Rs 50,000 should be on Emirates.
Is Priority Pass included with this card?
Yes, you get complimentary Priority Pass membership for international airport lounge access. This was added for applications from November 15, 2024 onwards.
What is the welcome benefit?
You receive 10,000 Skywards Miles on your first transaction with the card. The same 10,000 miles are credited annually as renewal benefit from the second year onwards.

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