Skywards has combined its gold card with Dubai Immigration's e-Gate Card to speed up the immigration process at Dubai International Airport for top members of Emirates airline's frequent flyer programme.
Skywards' Gold Card members resident in the UAE or in countries listed as visa waivered, can use the free multi-application card for speedy exit and entry through the airport, doing away with the need to queue up for immigration formalities.
The innovative e-Gate Card, issued by the Dubai Naturalisation and Residency Department (DNRD), usually costs Dh150 ($40).
It is part of Dubai International Airport's fully-automated immigration control facility, which provides a fast-track immigration clearance using smart technology and biometric scans.
Shaikh Ahmad Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation and Chairman of, Emirates, said: "The Dubai International Airport is Emirates' hub so it makes good sense to supply most frequent travellers with this time-saving facility."