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Emirates Islamic Switch Cashback Card

Cashback card from Emirates Islamic, Shariah-compliant.

Emirates Islamic Emirates Islamic Switch Cashback Card
View on EI site Details checked 21 Oct 2026 against EI's own page
Annual fee
AED 313.95 from yr 2

First year free, then AED 299 + VAT (AED 313.95)

Minimum monthly salary
Not published

Emirates Islamic doesn't publish a minimum salary for this card

Welcome bonus
AED 500 cashback when you spend AED 15,000 within 60 days.

Our take

Switch between lifestyle (8% fuel, 4% groceries and dining) and travel (4% airlines and hotels) cashback modes.

Good for

People whose spending changes month to month.

Watch out for

Needs AED 2,500 monthly spend; categories are capped.

Written by the MoneyVS team from Emirates Islamic's published terms. Not personal advice.

What you need

Minimum salaryNot published by the bank
Annual fee waivedSpend AED 30,000 a yearAbout AED 2,500 a month
Welcome bonusAED 500 cashbackSpend AED 15,000 within 60 days (about AED 7,500 a month)
Top earn rates needAED 2,500 a monthNo cashback in months you spend under AED 2,500
Perk spend ruleValet parkingAED 3,000 card spend that month
Perk spend ruleGolfAED 5,000 card spend that month

Taken from Emirates Islamic's own page. Spend rules usually count retail purchases only, not cash, bills or government payments, unless the bank says otherwise.

What you earn

  • Lifestyle mode: 8% fuel (max AED 100), 4% supermarkets, dining and education (max AED 200 each)
  • Travel mode: 4% airlines, hotels and dining (max AED 200 each)
  • Switch modes in the app any time
  • 0.5% bills and government; 1% other

Included benefits

  • Airport lounges
  • Valet parking
  • Golf
  • Cinema offers

Many benefits need a minimum monthly spend or app registration. Check the bank's terms.

Emirates Islamic Switch Cashback: common questions

What salary do I need for the Emirates Islamic Switch Cashback?

Emirates Islamic doesn't publish a minimum salary for this card. Check with the bank before you apply.

Does the Emirates Islamic Switch Cashback have an annual fee?

Yes, AED 313.95, free in the first year. It's waived if you spend AED 30,000 a year.

How do I get the Emirates Islamic Switch Cashback welcome bonus?

AED 500 cashback: spend AED 15,000 within 60 days.

Is there a minimum monthly spend?

Yes. No cashback in months you spend under AED 2,500.

Is the Emirates Islamic Switch Cashback Islamic?

Yes. It is a Shariah-compliant (covered) card.

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