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ICICI Bank Emeralde vs ICICI Bank Emeralde Private Metal

Compare ICICI Bank Emeralde and ICICI Bank Emeralde Private Metal on annual fees, joining fees, rewards, benefits and important limitations.

ICICI Bank Emeralde

ICICI Bank

4 points per ₹100 on eligible domestic and international purchases

Annual fee: ₹12,000 + GST (waived on over ₹10 lakh eligible annual spend)

Joining fee: ₹12,000 + GST

Network: Issuer-selected variant

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ICICI Bank Emeralde is a premium card built around travel benefits, airport lounge access and international spending, with a ₹12,000 annual fee before GST.

ICICI Bank Emeralde Private Metal

ICICI Bank

6 points per ₹200 on eligible retail purchases

Annual fee: ₹12,499 + GST (waived on over ₹10 lakh eligible annual spend)

Joining fee: ₹12,499 + GST

Network: Mastercard

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ICICI Bank Emeralde Private Metal is a premium card built around travel benefits, airport lounge access and international spending, with a ₹12,499 annual fee before GST.

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Facts were last checked 2026-10-09. Follow each card page to the linked issuer terms before applying.

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