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Emirates Skywards ICICI Sapphiro

Annual Fee

₹5,000

Rewards/₹100

₹2.00

Normalized to balance base rate with bonus categories

Interest Rate

42.00%

Credit Score

720+

At a Glance

Key Benefits

2 Skywards Miles/Rs 100, 5K welcome miles, Silver tier

Lounge Access

2 domestic + 2 international lounges per quarter

Eligibility

Salaried: Rs 50,000+/month, Age: 21-60, CIBIL: 720+

Quick Details

Annual Fee
₹5,000 #266
Joining Fee
₹5,000 #263
Interest Rate
42.00% p.a. #108
Forex Markup
3.50% #75
Rewards/₹100
₹2.00 #143
Reward Type Reward Points
Reward Currency Points
Domestic Lounge Visits
8/year #30
International Lounge Visits
8/year #21
Min Credit Score
720+ #154
Min Monthly Income ₹50
Network VISA
Late Payment Fee ₹0 3.75% (min ₹100)
Cash Advance Fee ₹0 2.50% (min ₹500)

Reward Structure

Base

All Spends

₹2.00 /₹100
Cat

Insurance & Utilities

₹1.00 /₹100

Reward Calculator

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

Milestone Benefits

Welcome Bonus

5,000 Skywards Miles on card activation

₹5,000

value

Renewal Benefit

5,000 Skywards Miles annually on fee payment

₹5,000

value

Milestone

Retain Silver tier on Rs 5 lakh annual spend

Spend ₹5,00,000 within 365 days

₹10,000

value

Airport Lounge Access

Domestic Free
8

visits per year

2 visits per quarter

International Free
8

visits per year

2 visits per quarter + 2 spa sessions

Insurance Coverage

Air Accident

₹1,00,00,000

Air accident cover.

Lost Card

₹0

Zero liability.

Fraud

₹0

Zero liability.

Purchase Protection

₹1,00,000

Purchase protection.

Quick Analysis

The Emirates Skywards ICICI Sapphiro is a solid mid-tier travel card for Emirates flyers. With 2 Skywards Miles per Rs 100 and Silver tier benefits, it offers good value at Rs 5,000 fee for those who fly Emirates regularly.

Pros

  • 2 Skywards Miles per Rs 100 spend - great for frequent flyers
  • 5,000 Skywards Miles as welcome bonus annually
  • Emirates Silver Tier membership included
  • 2 domestic + 2 international lounge visits per quarter
  • Buy 1 Get 1 on movies (Rs 500 off on second ticket)
  • Silver tier retention on Rs 5 lakh annual spend

Cons

  • Rs 5,000 annual fee with no waiver option
  • 3.5% forex markup is high
  • Only 1 Skyward Mile per Rs 100 on insurance/utilities
  • Lounge visits capped at 2 per quarter

Best For

Regular Emirates flyers seeking Silver tier benefits

Not Ideal For

Infrequent travelers or non-Emirates flyers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the annual fee for Emirates Skywards ICICI Sapphiro?
The annual fee is Rs 5,000 plus taxes. There is no fee waiver available.
How many Skywards Miles do I earn?
You earn 2 Skywards Miles per Rs 100 on regular spends, and 1 Mile per Rs 100 on insurance/utilities.
What Emirates tier membership is included?
You get complimentary Emirates Skywards Silver Tier for one year. Retain by spending Rs 5 lakhs annually.
How many lounge visits are included?
2 domestic and 2 international lounge visits per quarter, plus 2 spa sessions annually.
What is the welcome benefit?
5,000 Skywards Miles on card activation. Same miles credited annually on fee renewal.

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