Citi, a leading financial services provider, have teamed up with Mastercard, a global technology company in the payments industry, to launch Citi Ultima Mastercard credit card in the UAE.
The new card was introduced to select clients at a Citigold Private Client exclusive Gala Dinner in Dubai. Building on Citi Wealth’s full suite of offerings, the exclusive all-metal card is designed to revolutionize the travel journey, as well as to provide enhanced lifestyle experiences for the UAE’s high-net-worth clients.
From bespoke experiences to travel benefits and exclusive service, the Citi Ultima Mastercard credit card offers –
New Fly with Citi Miles feature – With this innovative feature, cardholders can now earn up to five Citi Miles per USD spent and can redeem them. This allows clients to purchase flights with any airline in any class to any destination and credit the cost back at an exclusive conversion rate with one click. Citi Miles never expire and can also be transferred to 11 partner airlines or converted to cashback.
Ultima Mastercard travel benefits – To enhance cardholders’ travel experiences, exclusive offers include 50 percent off flights (once per year), third night free at any hotel (unlimited), free home check-in (four times per year), airport transfers (four per year), unlimited global airport lounge access (with guest), airport security fast track (three per year) and airport meet & greet.
Additional Ultima Perks – Cardholders will also enjoy lifestyle benefits, such as unlimited golf, valet parking, buy-one-get-one-free on movie tickets, online discounts and more.
Sanjay Nambiar Head of International Cards – Citi
“With data revealing that the UAE’s affluent clients are travelling more frequently and in greater luxury than before, Citi and Mastercard recognized the demand for elevated, bespoke travel experiences. In response, the Citi Ultima Mastercard credit card was designed to offer exclusive, best-in-class travel and lifestyle benefits that provide more flexibility as well as enhance the experience of our clients in this dynamic market.”
The Citi Ultima Mastercard credit card comes as part of a strategic agreement between Citi and Mastercard. The agreement facilitates ongoing collaboration aimed at introducing market-leading card propositions and digital experiences to cater to the evolving needs and preferences of affluent clients in the UAE.
Jason Lane, Executive Vice President, Global Account Management, Mastercard, said that, “We are delighted to expand our long-standing partnership with Citi to bring the Ultima credit card to the UAE, whose increasingly affluent population with rapidly changing requirements demands exceptional lifestyle experiences. As the home to the MENA region’s two wealthiest cities, this is the perfect place to unveil this sophisticated payment product that connects discerning consumers to their passions.”
“We’re always striving to ensure that we bring products and services to our clients that are relevant to their needs and lifestyle. In partnership with Mastercard, the “Ultima” card has been meticulously curated to cater to the needs of the affluent traveler and offers an integrated suite of services that seamlessly combines premium credit card benefits with unique digital features,” added Venkat Mahadevan, Citi UAE Head of Retail Wealth Business.
