What it means
Points earned on card spending that can be redeemed for travel, shopping or statement credit.
Credit Cards
Reward Points
Points earned on card spending that can be redeemed for travel, shopping or statement credit.
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What “Reward Points” really means
The meaning, how it works in the UAE, and why it matters to your money.
How it works in the UAE
Many UAE cards earn points on spending that you can redeem for flights, shopping or statement credit. Earn rates and redemption values differ a lot between cards.
Why it matters
Points only have value if you redeem them before they expire — and if they outweigh the card's costs.
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Guides that use this term — and a tool to put it into practice.
