How to Get Fazaa Card for Expats (Eligibility, Costs & benefits)
The Fazaa Card is designed to offer some discounts or benefits with every transaction done by the user. Whether you go to hotels & restaurants, cinemas or shopping, this Smart Card (Fazaa Card) will always give you the best deal.
The Fazaa Card is available for the Fazaa Members only. So, you have to become a Fazaa member to get a Fazaa Card in UAE. Any UAE resident with required ID proof and other documents can get a Fazaa Card by going through an online application process.
There are two methods to apply for a Fazaa Card in UAE. You can either choose the online application process at Fazaa website or decide to visit your nearest Fazaa Authorized Center.
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Who is Eligible to Get a Fazaa Card?
A UAE Resident with the age of 18 years or above is eligible to get a Fazaa Card. The UAE residency and minimum age are basic eligibility criteria for any individual person to get a Fazaa Card in United Arab Emirates. But there are more eligibility conditions applicable to be eligible for a Fazaa Card that I will share here with you.
- Must be a UAE Resident
- Must be at least 18 year old
- Must have a valid Emirates ID
- If you are a private sector employee, your employer/company must be registered with MOHRE (Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratisation) and must be a Fazaa Partner.
- All public sector employees including the employees of Ministry of Interior, Hemam, Frontline Members and Government & Semi-government entities.
- If you are a student and want to get a Fazaa Student Card, you must have a valid Emirates ID and a ZU Alumni Card or an equivalent, valid Student ID Card.
If you meet the eligibility criteria given above, you can get a Fazaa Card and use it for dining, entertainment, shopping, healthcare and other purposes.
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How to Get a Fazaa Card Online
- Log on to Fazaa official website @www.fazaa.ae.
- Click on “Become a Member” to go to Sign Up Page.
- Enter your name, mobile number, email ID and other personal information.
- Enter your Emirates ID Number in the given field. Also enter your ZU Alumni Card Number if you are a student.
- Provide your Employer/Company Name, Company Code and your Designation if you are a worker/employee.
- Verify your identity through SMS verification process.
- Choose your desired subscription plan.
- Accept the Terms & Conditions of Fazaa and click on Submit.
- Wait for your Fazaa Card Approval, it may be approved immediately or take a little bit time.
If your Fazaa Card is approved immediately, you can see your Fazaa e-Card on screen. You can login to Fazaa mobile app to view and use your Fazaa Card at all places in the UAE and abroad. The physical Fazaa Card will take several days to get delivered at your place.
In case your request for a Fazaa Card is under process, you should wait for 24 to 48 hours. You will receive a confirmation SMS and/or email from Fazaa Team about your Fazaa Card Approval. Thereafter you can access your Fazaa Card in Fazaa app on your mobile and use it.
How to Get a Fazaa Card at Fazaa Authorized Center
You should get all required documents ready before you go to a Fazaa authorized center to apply for a Fazaa Card for expats or other category.
The Fazaa authorized centers are available in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ajman. You should visit Fazaa website portal to find an authorized center near your place.
- Visit Fazaa official website @www.fazaa.ae.
- Scroll down to bottom of homepage.
- Check Contact section to find Fazaa Authorized Centers.
- Note down the address of the Fazaa authorized center that is nearest from your location.
- Go to your nearest Fazaa authorized center with all required documents.
- Get the Fazaa Card Application Form and fill it up with necessary information.
- Submit your application form with required documents and pay the fees.
- Wait for the application process to finish, your Fazaa Card (e-Card) will be issued immediately if approved.
In this way, you can either apply online or offline for a Fazaa Card depending upon your choice.
Generally, the Fazaa Card is approved instantly but sometimes it takes time, so you should have patience to wait for a few days to receive your Fazaa Card after completing the application process.
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Types of Fazaa Card
There are four main types of Fazaa Card that are given below.
- Fazaa Platinum Card
- Fazaa Gold Card
- Fazaa Silver Card
- Fazaa Discount Card
- Fazaa Student Card (New)
The Platinum, Gold, Silver and Discount Cards are regular types of Fazaa Card for different categories of people. But the Fazaa Student Card is a new discount card recently launched by Fazaa for all registered students in the UAE.
Each type of Fazaa Card comes with some special offers, discounts and privileges for the card holder. To help you know more, I want to share the benefits of Fazaa Card with you.
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Fazaa Card Cost: Can I Get a Fazaa Card for Free?
As I said, there are various types of Fazaa Card for different categories of people in the UAE. Most people talk about the benefits of Fazaa Card but it is important to know about the Fazaa Card Cost before you get one for yourself.
The Fazaa Silver Card and Fazaa Student Card are free, they are available for UAE senior citizens and registered students. But other Fazaa Cards like Platinum, Gold, etc. are not free.
When you apply for a Fazaa Card, you have to pay the Fazaa membership fees (Joining Fee) of AED 150. In addition, you have to pay Fazaa Card Annual Fee of AED 75 every year.
The Fazaa Card offers & discounts are much more than its cost yet you should keep the Fazaa membership fees in mind when applying for a Fazaa Card in Dubai, UAE.
Benefits of Fazaa Card
- Exclusive Discounts and Offers at 1200+ hotels, restaurants, cinemas, shopping, entertainment and other outlets.
- Discounts in Flight Tickets
- Loyalty Points
- Cashless Payments
- Fazaa Health Services
- Personal Accident Compensation
- Free Roadside Assistance and 24/7 Emergency Services
- Access to Car Lease and Car Rental Service
- Car Insurance
The Fazaa Card is Free of Cost for Students and Senior Citizens in UAE. As I shared above, the Fazaa Card is available in various types and each type of card has different offers. You can check the below table to know more about it.
| Privilege & Benefits | Type of Fazaa Card | |||
| Platinum Card | Gold Card | Silver Card | Discount Card | |
| Offers & Discounts | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Fazaa Store Discounts | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Fazaa Amakin Hotels & Travel Packages | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Car Insurance | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Car Rental Service | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Fazaa Health | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Long Term Car Lease – Car | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Fazaa Used Cars | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Personal Accident Compensation* T&C Applied. | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Exclusive Services for Employees of Ministry of Interior (MOI), UAE | ||||
| AL Qard Al Hasan | Yes | No | No | No |
| Medical Services | Yes | No | No | No |
Amazing Offers & Discounts with Fazaa Card
The Fazaa Card comes with so many amazing offers and exciting discounts for the card holder. Here I provide detailed information about Fazaa Card Offers and Discounts as under.
| Offer Category or Location | Fazaa Card Offer/Discount |
| Shopping Offers | Rivoli Group – 20% offDiptyque – 15% offKiehl’s – 15% offBloomingdales – 15% offHarvey Nichols – 15% offGaleries Lafayette – 20% offCoach – 15% offLove Moschino – 20% offAl Fardan Jewelry – 30% offCenterpoint – 15% off |
| Entertainment Offers | Ain Dubai – 25% offMuseum of the future – 15% offThe View at The Palm – 20% offRoxy Cinemas – 40% off |
| Hotel Booking Offers | Kempinski Palm Jumeirah – 45% offSofitel Jumeirah Beach – 25% offHyatt Place Dubai Jumeirah – 25% offDoubleTree by Hilton – 25% offRove La Mer – 25% off |
How to Get Fazaa Company Code
Now, you know how to get a Fazaa Card online and the company code is an important detail. You have to enter your company code for Fazaa Card online application on its website. So, the question is, how to get Fazaa Company Code for Fazaa Card.
You can contact your company/employer to get the company code for Fazaa membership registration. The company HR will share the Fazaa Company Code with you and you can use it to apply for a Fazaa Card online at Fazaa web portal.
In case your employer company is not a Fazaa Partner, it cannot have a code then. So, first your company has to become a Fazaa Partner to get the company code and thereafter you can apply online to get a Fazaa Card using that company code.
Who Can Use My Fazaa Card?
You and your family can use your Fazaa Card. The Fazaa Card Benefits are available exclusively for the card holders and their first-degree relatives. So, your friends and colleagues cannot use your Fazaa Card.
In order to use your Fazaa Card to pay for your family member, you have to show a valid proof at the payment counter. The Family Book or Emirates ID will work to prove your relationship.
How to Use My Fazaa Card for Payment
When you receive your Fazaa Card, it is important to know how to use it for payment. Because a new Fazaa Card does not have any balance, so you have to load some balance first and then you can use it.
You can transfer money to your Fazaa Card from your bank account or you can go to a nearby Fazaa Kiosk (or Salik Kiosk) Machine to deposit cash to add money to your Fazaa Card instantly.
After adding money, you can choose to pay with your Fazaa Card at all Fazaa stores and partner stores in the UAE and abroad.
Summary:
Having a Fazaa Card can give you plenty of benefits. Therefore you should apply for a Fazaa Card today and enjoy the exclusive discounts & offers available at 1200+ outlets in the UAE.
To help you in the procedure, I have shared complete information about how to get a Fazaa Card for expats in Dubai. In case you still have a doubt or query, feel free to ask it in the comment box, I will reply your query ASAP.
FAQs
Can expats get a Fazaa Card in Dubai?
Yes, expats can get a Fazaa Card in Dubai if their employer/company is a Fazaa Partner. The expats must have a valid Emirates ID and their Fazaa company code to get a Fazaa Card.
How much is a Fazaa Card for expats in UAE?
A Fazaa Card for expats in UAE is available at AED 150 joining fee and AED 75 annual fee. The Silver Fazaa Card and Student Fazaa Card are available for free.
Can I use my Fazaa Card outside UAE?
Yes, you can use your Fazaa Card outside UAE as the Fazaa Card is accepted at millions of stores/outlets worldwide.
How much discount can I get with a Fazaa Card?
With a Fazaa Card, you can get the discount of 15% to 50% or more depending on the store category and location.
May I ask if a Golden Visa holder can apply and be eligible to Fazaa Card?
Thank you.
You must fulfill all eligibility criteria to get fazaa card.
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