Bank Muscat, Oman Air launch Platinum co-branded credit card

Muscat: Bank Muscat, the flagship financial services provider in the Sultanate and the national carrier Oman Air have announced the upgrading of their unique co-branded credit card to the platinum level.
Customers will particularly love the fact that they can now accumulate Sindbad miles for any purchase, including even travelling on other carriers.
For example, a customer who uses the card to buy groceries or buy a ticket elsewhere will get 2 Sindbad miles for every OMR1 spent. The enhanced Bank Muscat Oman Air Credit Card also offers several new benefits and rewards including access to 25 airport lounges all around the world, 50% discount at VOX cinemas on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, DragonPass airport dining offers at more than 200 restaurants globally and YQ Meet & Assist services.
Amjad Al Lawati, AGM - Cards and eBanking, said, “Bank Muscat is delighted to upgrade this unique co-branded card with a whole lot of new features that frequent travellers will adore. In line with our customer-centric initiatives and thanks to our strong partnership with the national carrier of the Sultanate, Oman Air, we are able to offer a world of exclusive privileges and rewards for our valued customers.”
Usama Al Haremi, Head of Communications, Oman Air, said, “We are happy to present the new Bank Muscat Oman Air Credit Card, which will help you get to your dream destination faster than ever before in luxurious comfort and privilege. In addition, getting upgraded to the Sindbad Silver-tier and enjoying free travel insurance and special offers from Oman Air, cardholders can also enjoy access to some of the best airport lounges and restaurants in the world.”
Omani nationals or residents of Oman aged 18 and above with a minimum salary of OMR500 are eligible for the Bank Muscat Oman Air Platinium Credit Card provided they meet the bank’s credit requirements. The credit card offers up to 52-days interest-free credit period. Thanks to the co-branding with Oman’s national carrier, cardholders are eligible for 1,000 bonus Sindbad miles if they use the card within 30 days of its activation and a fast track upgrade to Sindbad Gold upon completion of 2 return trips through Oman Air within 6 months of getting the card.
Frequent travellers will particularly appreciate the reward of 2 Sindbad Miles for every OMR1 spent as well as a renewal bonus of 1,000 miles for renewing the card. Travellers are also eligible for free travel insurance when they pay at least 50 per cent of their ticket fare with the credit card as well as an 8 per cent discount on hotel stays and up to 35 per cent discount at AVIS car rentals.
Bank Muscat Oman Air Platinium Credit Cardholders will appreciate the fact that they have access to 24-hour cash advance facility of up to 100 per cent of their credit limit. The spectacular brand recognition offered by the dynamic card unleashes convenience and opens up a window of exclusive rewards while shopping, dining out or travelling anywhere in the world.
Offering the best deals and rewards, Bank Muscat cards are a big attraction with customers, providing convenience and flexibility in day-to-day transactions at shopping malls, restaurants or holidays abroad. The bank encourages the use of cards which help individuals to discipline their spending and keep track of all transactions through electronic monthly statements.