Skywards silver card members offered E-Gate card

COLOMBO: Skywards, the frequent flyer programme of Emirates and SriLankan Airlines, is now offering its Silver Card members the opportunity to convert their cards into a multi-application card for speedy exit and entry through Dubai International Airport.

Skywards Silver Card members resident in the UAE or in countries listed as visa-waivered, can obtain the card, which is combined with Dubai Immigration's e-Gate Card, in exchange for just 5,000 Skywards Miles.

The e-Gate Card, issued by the Dubai Naturalisation & Residency Department (DNRD), usually costs Dhs150 (US$40) and is part of Dubai International Airport's fully automated immigration control facility, which provides a fast-track immigration clearance using smart technology and biometric scans.

Skywards Silver Card members can apply for their multi-application card by logging onto www.skywards.com. `Skywards Gold Card members have already been issued with the multi-application card. When they receive their new card, Skywards members can activate the e-gate component of their membership card by visiting Dubai Immigration's offices located at Dubai International Airport Departure area or the Dnata Travel Centre on Sheikh Zayed Road.

Now celebrating five successful years, Skywards is widely known as best-in-class for its dedication in delivering benefits to its members which go far beyond just the travel experience.