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Emirates Skywards Rewards World Elite Mastercard card

Emirates Skywards Rewards World Elite Mastercard

Annual fee
$99
Recommended credit
Excellent / Good
Card network
Mastercard
Regular purchase APR
21.24%, 25.24% or 30.24% variable based on creditworthiness and the Prime Rate
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At a glance

The Emirates Skywards Rewards World Elite Mastercard is an impressive airline rewards credit card issued by Barclays. The card offers an enticing introductory miles offer, decent earning potential, and complimentary elite status – all for a $99 annual fee.

Card features

Benefits as listed on the original card page. They can change; confirm details with the issuer.

  • Earn up to 3 Skywards Miles per dollar spent
  • Earn unlimited Skywards Miles that do't expire
  • Complimentary lounge access to Emirates Business Class lounges in Dubai
  • No foreign transaction fees
  • Earn 25% bonus Skywards Miles on Emirates flights

Who this card may suit

  • You fly with Emirates but can’t justify the $499 annual fee of Emirates’ premium credit card product
  • You travel through the Middle East frequently and can take advantage of free lounge access in Dubai
  • You want a card with no foreign transaction fees
  • You prefer the versatility of the Emirates codeshares to an airline alliance

Rates, fees and terms

Rates, fees and terms as listed on the original card page (updated May 28, 2025). Confirm current terms on the issuer’s site.
Annual Fee$99
Regular Purchase APR21.24%, 25.24% or 30.24% variable based on creditworthiness and the Prime Rate
Balance Transfer APR21.24%, 25.24% or 30.24% variable based on creditworthiness and the Prime Rate
Balance Transfer Transaction FeeEither $5 or 5% of the amount of each balance transfer, whichever is greater
Cash Advance APR30.49% variable based on the Prime Rate
Cash Advance Transaction FeeEither $10 or 5% of the amount of each cash advance, whichever is greater
Late Payment Penalty FeeUp to $40
Return Payment Penalty FeeUp to $40

Confirm before you apply: rates, fees and offers change often. The figures above are the ones listed on the original card page, not a current quote from the issuer. APRs are typically variable, and the rate you receive depends on your creditworthiness. Recommended credit: Excellent Credit Good Credit.

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