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Royale Mastercard
Points card earning Dubai First Reward Points. Strongest on travel at 5 pts.
Reward rates by category
| Category | Rate | Notes from the bank’s terms |
|---|---|---|
| Dining | 3 pts | 3x points dining | Ultra-premium card | Gold/Rose Gold physical design |
| Groceries | 2 pts | |
| Fuel | 2 pts | 2x points fuel |
| Travel | 5 pts | |
| Online shopping | 3 pts | |
| Cinema | 2 pts | 2x points entertainment |
| International spend | 5 pts |
Cashback is a percentage of spend. Points and miles are shown the way each bank states them: as % back, or as points or miles per AED 1, with an approximate % value (≈) where the bank publishes what a point is worth. Miles and hotel points have no fixed cash value, so they are never converted. Cashback, points and miles are ranked separately.
Perks
Last checked against the bank’s terms on 2 Jun 2026. Rates, fees and eligibility change often. Always confirm on Dubai First’s own page before applying. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
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