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Manama, Bahrain: ila Bank, powered by Bank ABC, proudly introduces two innovative credit cards—ila World and ila World Elite—designed to elevate customers’ lifestyles with exceptional benefits, rewards, and digital convenience. These new offerings reinforce ila Bank’s commitment to delivering modern, personalized banking experiences that blend global privileges with local relevance.

The Black Card (ila World Elite Credit Card)

Designed for customers seeking an elevated banking and lifestyle experience, the ila World Elite Credit Card prioritises high‑value everyday benefits: up to 2% cashback on spending, complimentary valet parking across key destinations in Bahrain via ParkPoint and Valetch, and an exclusive 15% on your total bill at The Ritz-Carlton restaurants & Spa Services, Bahrain. Cardholders also receive a 50% discount on ila Premium, unlocking preferential rates, reduced fees, and enhanced banking privileges.

Additionally, the World Elite benefits include complimentary access to 1,300+ airport lounges worldwide for the cardholder and one guest, including the Pearl Lounge at Bahrain International Airport, fast‑track security at select airports, and a 24/7 VIP lifestyle concierge supporting travel bookings, dining reservations, event access, and personalised luxury planning. The card further provides travel medical insurance coverage of up to USD 500,000 and travel inconvenience protection.

The White Card (ila World Credit Card)

The ila World Credit Card introduces a new tier of everyday premium banking, offering customers a range of global travel and lifestyle benefits alongside seamless digital convenience.

Customers can enjoy no annual fees and up to three supplementary cards at no additional cost, enabling family members to share the card’s benefits—alongside flexible rewards with a choice of airline miles, up to 1.5% cashback on eligible spending, or ila Tokens. Cardholders can benefit from access to 1,300+ airport lounges worldwide, including the Pearl Lounge at Bahrain International Airport, as well as travel medical insurance coverage of up to USD 500,000 and travel inconvenience protection. Mastercard travel and lifestyle privileges are also included, such as complimentary annual airport transfers, car rental discounts, and offers across 250+ partner merchants.

Commenting on the launch, Nada Tarada, Head of Business and Customer at ila Bank, said:

“The introduction of ila World and ila World Elite marks an important step in expanding our premium product offering. These cards are designed to redefine customers everyday experiences whether you seek flexible rewards and premium travel perks with ila World, or unparalleled luxury, global privileges, and elite lifestyle benefits with ila World Elite. As we continue to innovate, our focus remains on delivering banking experiences that reflect our customers’ ambitions and evolving needs.”

Both cards are are available to eligible customers through the ila app, enabling customers to manage spending, set up standing payments, apply for supplementary cards, and enjoy interest-free installment plans—all with a few taps. Applications can be completed swiftly via the app, bringing a world of upscale privileges within easy reach.

Perfect Timing for a Lifestyle Upgrade

Customers who apply for ila World Elite Credit Card or ila World Credit Card before May 31, 2026 will enjoy 0% interest on all purchases for their first 3 billing cycles.