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Emirates NBD Group has joined hands with Mastercard to create two exclusive new card programmes for Expo 2020 Dubai. Image Credit: Gulf News

Dubai: As a Premier Partner and the Official Banking Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai, Emirates NBD Group, has joined hands with Mastercard, the Official Payment Technology Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai, to create two exclusive new card programmes: Emirates NBD Expo Mastercard Prepaid Card and the Emirates Islamic Expo Mastercard Credit Card.

The limited-edition cards are designed to enhance the Expo 2020 Dubai experience for both residents and visitors from across the globe, while also elevating their time spent in the UAE with memorable and Priceless possibilities to discover year-round. Both cards are underpinned by Mastercard’s secure technology and will be equipped with contactless capabilities for touch-free and seamless transactions.

Emirates NBD Expo Mastercard Prepaid Card

The Emirates NBD Expo Mastercard Prepaid Card is a digital-first offering, issued via a dedicated mobile App, Joyn from Emirates NBD. The product is available to both UAE residents and international visitors for use while in the UAE and provides a fully digital payments experience. The benefits will merge a specially curated selection of offers from Emirates NBD's Bon Appétit, LiveWell and Good Times programmes, as well as offers from Mastercard's Priceless Platform, creating a rewarding experience that opens opportunities across the UAE like no other.

Cardholders will be able to use the cards to make online purchases as well as contactless in-store payments by adding their card to their preferred digital wallet (Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay). Customers will also have the option to receive a linked physical card if needed.

“As a Premier Partner and the Official Banking Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai, Emirates NBD is delighted to partner with Mastercard to amplify the Expo experience for millions of visitors. With our position as the country's preferred bank and frontrunner in the region's banking sector, the breadth and scale of our partnerships with merchants in the UAE is unparalleled and provides tremendous value to cardholders,” said Suvo Sarkar, Senior Executive Vice President and Head of Retail Banking and Wealth Management, Emirates NBD.

Emirates Islamic Expo Mastercard Credit Card

As the Official Islamic Banking Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai, Emirates Islamic, part of the Emirates NBD Group, along with Mastercard and Expo 2020 Dubai, have unveiled an exclusive, limited-edition free-for-life co-branded Mastercard World Credit Card, that rewards UAE residents with exclusive privileges during the iconic event.

The Emirates Islamic Expo Mastercard Credit Card offers exceptional value with a wide range of benefits across key Expo partners. Cardholders can earn up to three Emirates Islamic SmartMiles for every Dh1 spent* as well as gain U By Emaar Gold Tier Status, 50% cashback on their first Expo 2020 Dubai ticket transaction, and access to exclusive travel, hotels and lifestyle privileges offered by Mastercard. Other benefits include 10 per cent cashback on fuel, complimentary valet parking service at the Expo 2020 Dubai site, complimentary golf sessions, exclusive dining offers, and access to more than 1,000 airport lounges worldwide.

“As the official Islamic Banking Partner for Expo 2020 Dubai, we are proud to offer UAE residents a limited-edition Expo 2020 Credit Card that not only brings them exceptional value but also pays tribute to this exciting and memorable event in our nation's history. At Emirates Islamic, we have always innovated to offer genuine value to our customers. We are delighted to deliver a truly unique credit card that helps our customers make the most of this first-of-its-kind experience in our region that will unfold a new world of possibilities for many years to come,” said Wasim Saifi, Deputy CEO - Consumer Banking and Wealth Management, Emirates Islamic.