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The ICICI Emeralde Private Metal Credit Card is a premium offering designed for high-net-worth individuals seeking exclusive rewards and luxury benefits. Its USP lies in offering a range of elite privileges, such as global airport lounge access, personalized concierge services, and premium hotel upgrades. Best suited for business professionals, frequent travelers, and luxury seekers, it provides rewards on travel, dining, and shopping, along with complimentary access to premium events and special discounts at top-tier restaurants. Ideal for those who value prestige, seamless travel, and luxury experiences.

Card Details

Type of Card

Rewards

Reward %

3% - 36%

Joining Fees

12499

Renewal Fees

12499

APR

45%

Welcome Benefit

Complimentary Night Stay With Taj Epicure Membership (Validity- 1 Year) Joining bonus reward points

Renewal Benefits

This fee is reversed, if spends of Rs 10 lakh or above are done on the card. (Spends done in the next card anniversary year will be considered for the annual fee reversal calculation)

USP's:

Annual Bonus Reward Points Complimentary eazydiner prime membership every year

Fees & Charges

Joining & Renewal Fees

12499

Interest & Charges

APR : 45% per annum
Forex Fee: 2%
Late Payment Fee:
Nil as it is premium credit card

Additional Charges

Reward Redemption Charges: 0
Add-on Card fee : Rs.3500

Rewards

Accelerated Rewards:
Shop through ICICI IShop for Hotel, Bus, Flight Booking and Voucher Purchase to earn accelerated Rewards

Milestone Benefits

Spend 4 Lakhs to Get EasyMyTrip Flight Voucher Worth 3000Spend 8 Lakhs to Get EasyMyTrip Flight Voucher Worth 3000Spend 10 Lakhs to Get Renewal Fee Waived Off.

Exclusions

EMI, Fuel, Govt, Jewellery, Rent, Wallets

Rewards capping

Rewards Validity

3 Years from Accural Date

Redemption modes

Cashback
Brand Vouchers
Travel Booking
Airline Transfer
Catalouge Products

Additional Features

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Lounge Benefits

  • Domestic : Unlimited for Add-on Card also
  • International : Unlimited for Add-on Card also
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Insurance Benefits

  • Air Accidents Insurance
  • Card Liability Cover Up to 50k
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Other Perks

  • EaseMyTrip Air Travel Voucher on Spending 4 and 8 Lakhs Respectively in an anniversary year
  • Upto Rs 750 Off on BookMyShow Twice a Month.
  • Unlimited Golf Lessons
  • I - Assist & 24x7 Free Concierge Support
  • Taj Epicure Membership
  • EazyDiner Prime Membership

Eligibility Criteria

Age

18Y

Min

60Y

Max

Credit Score

750

Ex Min

Income

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Salaried

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Rs. 1.5 Lakh or more Per Month

Income

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Self Employed

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Rs. 18 Lakh or more ITR

Other: Card-to-card eligibility requirements.

Pros

Earn 6 Reward Points per ₹200 spent across various categories, including retail, grocery, education, and insurance, translating to a 3% reward rate.
Unlimited complimentary access to domestic and international airport lounges for both primary and add-on cardholders.
Unlimited complimentary golf rounds and lessons at select courses worldwide.
Low foreign currency markup fee of 2%, beneficial for frequent international travelers.

Cons

High annual fee of ₹12,499 plus applicable taxes.
Reward Points redemption value varies: ₹1 per point for flights and hotels, ₹0.6 for rewards catalog, and ₹0.4 for statement credit.
Reward Points capped at 1,000 per month for categories like grocery, utilities, and education; 5,000 per month for insurance payments.
No Reward Points on fuel, EasyEMI, wallet loads, rent, and government-related transactions.