Credit cards

From cashback rewards to purchase offers, find out more about the credit cards we offer and check if you can apply.

Rewards

Discover more about our best rewards on selected credit cards. Earn and exchange reward points for flights, hotels, shopping, events and more.

Get rewards worth up to ⃃4,000

Get an ⃃2,500 iStyle eGift Card to spend on Apple products, free Noon One and talabat pro for one year, a PlayStation wallet top up, and more with a Premier Credit Card.

T&Cs apply. Offer ends 31 December 2026.

Get an Amazon Gift Card up to ⃃1,500

Get ⃃1,000 when you meet the spend requirement and ⃃500 on the first mobile wallet transaction with an HSBC Live+ or Cash+ Credit Card.

Available on primary card only. You can't have a primary card when you apply or in the 6 months before applying.

T&Cs apply (PDF). Offer ends 31 December 2026.

What kind of credit card are you looking for?

Premium credit cards

Enjoy a wide range of exclusive benefits with a premium credit card.

Cashback credit cards

Get more out of your everyday spending with a cashback credit card.

Credit cards for UAE newcomers

New to the UAE? You can use your international credit history to get a credit card with us.

No-account credit cards

Choose a credit card that doesn't expect you to change your current account.

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Want to know more about credit cards?

Learn more about getting and using a credit card with our handy guides and articles.

How credit cards work

Find out more about credit cards and how they work to help you decide if they’re right for you.

What type of credit card is right for you?

Learn more about the different types of credit card to help find the one that’s right for you.

How to boost your credit score

Find out how your credit score is calculated and how to improve it.

How to make the most of a balance transfer credit card

Learn about how to use a balance transfer credit card and what a 0% interest rate means.

Credit card charges and how to avoid them

Learn how credit card charges work and how you can avoid them.

Explore our credit cards

HSBC Emirates Skywards Infinite Credit Card

Get 20,000 sign-up bonus Skywards Miles, another 30,000 welcome spend Skywards Miles, and Silver tier status. T&Cs apply (PDF).[@cards-skywards-infinite-welcome-offer]

HSBC Emirates Skywards Signature Credit Card

Get 10,000 sign-up bonus Skywards Miles, another 15,000 welcome spend Skywards Miles, plus fast track to Silver Tier membership. T&Cs apply (PDF).[@cards-skywards-signature-welcome-offer]

Cash+ Credit Card

The credit card that rewards you when you shop.

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Making the most of your credit card

Find out more about some of our top card benefits to help maximise your rewards.

Special offers

Explore special debit and credit card offers across travel, entertainment and more.

Dine well for less

Access hundreds of offers through our I love dining programme.

Cinema discounts

Get 2 for 1 tickets and 20% off food and drink at cinemas across the UAE.

Supplementary credit cards

Share your credit card benefits with your family.

Help finding and using a credit card

Compare credit cards

Find a credit card that suits your needs with our simple comparison tool.

Credit cards help

Get the help you need, from payment plans to features, rewards and offers.

Credit card FAQs

Read some of our most frequently asked questions about credit cards.

What is a credit card?

A credit card is a convenient way to buy goods and services now and pay for them later.

The amount you can borrow is set by your credit card provider, who will give you a pre-approved limit when your application is accepted. To find out more about how credit cards work, read our article: What is a credit card?
How can I compare credit cards?

There are lots of ways to compare credit cards. Finding the best one for you depends on how you intend to use it. To make it easier, we have a page to help you compare credit cards.

There are credit cards to suit everyone, from rewards to cashback, balance transfers to credit score building. If you're not sure which one to choose, read our article: What type of credit card is right for you?
How can I apply for a credit card online?
It only takes a few minutes to apply for a credit card online. Just make sure you don't apply for several cards in short period of time, as it could affect your credit score.

Compare different credit cards – before you apply, make sure you compare credit cards to find the best one for you.

Check your credit score – according to the Al Etihad Credit Bureau (AECB), you'll need a credit score between 300 and 900. The higher your credit score, the better.

Check your eligibility – most providers will have their own requirements for you to apply for a credit card, such as minimum age or income criteria.

Complete your application – now you're ready to apply for a credit card online. To save time, make sure you have the right proof of identity, address and income. You can find these in our article: How to apply for a credit card.

Review your credit card offer – if your application is approved, your lender may send you an offer to review. Make sure you check the fees, payment due dates and minimum monthly payments.
What are the benefits of credit cards?
There are lots of advantages to having a credit card. Some of most popular credit card benefits include:

Cashback – to see how much you could earn, try our calculator

Airline miles and reward points – can be exchanged for flights, hotels and lifestyle benefits

Travel insurance and travel perks

Shopping and other vouchers

Entertainment and dining discounts

Health and beauty special offers
How is interest charged on a credit card?

Credit card interest is calculated daily based on your outstanding balance and charged monthly. To avoid being charged interest, repay your credit card balance in full each month. Otherwise, you’ll be charged a percentage.

To see how you could keep your credit card costs down, read our article: Credit card charges and how to avoid them.
Can I use my credit card abroad?
In most cases, yes you can use credit cards abroad. Visa and Mastercard are accepted worldwide, although you may have to pay currency exchange or withdrawal fees.

Many credit cards also offer a range of travel benefits to make your journey more memorable, including:

Airline loyalty miles

Airport lounge access

Travel insurance

Dining and entertainment savings

FX and transaction fees

To find out more about making the most of your credit card overseas, read our article: Travel credit cards.