ICICI Bank

ICICI Bank Emeralde Private Metal

Last updated: 28 September 2026

Welcome offerComplimentary Taj Epicure
Annual fee
₹ 12,000
Reward rate
4 Points per ₹100
Editorial score guidance
780+
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ICICI Bank Emeralde Private Metal | CardsGuruji
Mastercard
Rewards

How the rewards work

What you earn on every spend, and the ways you can cash it in.

You earn

4 Points per ₹100

1 Point = ₹1. No expiry.

Reward currency
Points
Card network
Mastercard
Perks

What you get with this card

The privileges that come bundled in, beyond the reward points.

  • Unlimited International Lounge

  • Unlimited Spa Access

  • No cancellation charges on tickets

Our verdict

Pros & cons

An honest read on where this card earns its keep — and where it doesn't.

What we like

  • Unlimited Spa

  • Low Forex

What to watch out for

  • High fee

Costs

Fees & charges

Everything the issuer can bill you for, in one place.

Annual fee
₹12,000Charged every year from the second year

Other charges

Applied only when the situation arises

Balance transfer
1%
Foreign currency markup
2% + GST
Late payment
₹1200
Returned payment
₹500

Interest rates

Charged on any balance you carry forward

Purchases
1.99%
Balance transfer
1.99%
Cash advance
1.99%

Fee waiver: most issuers waive the renewal fee once your yearly spends cross a set threshold. Confirm the exact criteria with ICICI Bank before you apply.

Eligibility

Credit-score and eligibility guidance

Issuer-stated requirements and CardsGuruji guidance are shown separately.

780+out of 900
CardsGuruji editorial guidance: 780+

What this means for your application

  • A score range is general guidance, not an issuer's eligibility requirement.
  • Issuers independently assess income, employment, existing obligations, repayment history and other criteria.
  • Check the issuer's current eligibility terms before applying; no score guarantees approval.

Note: A displayed score is editorial guidance only unless separately identified as an issuer-stated requirement.

FAQs About ICICI Bank Emeralde Private Metal

Everything you need to know about ICICI Bank Emeralde Private Metal fees, reward conversion, lounge access, and application eligibility.

ICICI Bank Emeralde Private Metal has an annual fee of ₹12,000 plus 18% GST. Most cardholders can get subsequent annual renewal fees waived by reaching the bank's annual milestone spend threshold. Additionally, the initial fee is often offset by welcome privileges like "Complimentary Taj Epicure".

ICICI Bank Emeralde Private Metal earns Points at a primary rate of 4 Points per ₹100. Specifically, 1 Point = ₹1. No expiry.. Spends in Super Premium, Lifestyle categories provide the maximum valueback per transaction on this card.

Yes, ICICI Bank Emeralde Private Metal features complimentary airport lounge privileges. Privileges include: "Unlimited International Lounge". Note that banks frequently require a minimum spend (typically ₹35,000 to ₹50,000) in the previous calendar quarter to unlock complimentary lounge access.

A CIBIL credit score of 780 or above is strongly recommended for approval of ICICI Bank Emeralde Private Metal. Applicants should be Indian residents aged 21 to 65 years with a stable monthly income (salaried or self-employed with ITR) and no recent payment defaults or high credit utilization over 30%.

ICICI Bank Emeralde Private Metal is issued on the Mastercard network with worldwide acceptance at over 30 million merchant establishments and online portals. International transactions, contactless tap-to-pay (up to ₹5,000 without PIN), and tokenized payments are supported once enabled in your banking app.

ICICI Bank Emeralde Private Metal levies a forex markup fee of 2% + GST on transactions processed in foreign currencies. For cross-border shopping and overseas travel, remember that standard 18% GST applies on the markup charge.

ICICI Bank Emeralde Private Metal currently features a welcome offer: "Complimentary Taj Epicure". To claim this joining perk, cardholders typically need to activate the card and complete a qualifying initial transaction within 30 to 60 days of card issuance.

Key highlights include Unlimited Spa and Low Forex. However, keep in mind that High fee. Overall, ICICI Bank Emeralde Private Metal delivers strong value if your regular spending aligns with Super Premium, Lifestyle.

You can apply for ICICI Bank Emeralde Private Metal directly through ICICI Bank's official website or digital portal. Essential documents include your PAN card, Aadhaar card for video KYC, proof of address, and recent income documentation (3 months' salary slips or latest ITR with computation). Decisions are typically communicated within 2 to 4 working days.