Eligibility criteria to apply for the AlAhli Prepaid Card
To apply for the AlAhli Prepaid Card, you must be a resident of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which generally means holding a valid Iqama in the case of expatriates, since proof of residency is a requirement set by the bank itself. There is no requirement for salary transfer or prior credit history, which makes the process simpler than applying for a traditional credit card.
Age is also a point of attention for anyone planning to apply for the AlAhli Prepaid Card: Saudi nationals must be 15 or older, while non-Saudis must be at least 18. It’s worth noting that, since no credit is extended, SNB does not run a check with SIMAH, Saudi Arabia’s credit bureau, to approve the application.
✔️ Be a resident of Saudi Arabia (valid Iqama required for expatriates)
✔️ Be 15 or older (Saudi nationals) or 18 or older (non-Saudis)
✔️ No need to prove salary transfer
✔️ No credit history check (SIMAH)
Advice for you
Before applying for the AlAhli Prepaid Card, it’s worth reviewing your own monthly and travel spending patterns to decide between the free version and the Platinum version, weighing the annual fee against the extra points from the LAK Rewards program.
Even without the risk of revolving debt, it’s healthy to set a monthly top-up limit that fits your personal budget, avoiding reloading the card beyond what actually fits your monthly financial plan. We also recommend periodically reviewing your statement and the fees charged, especially the foreign transaction fee, to avoid surprises on trips abroad. A
s with any financial product, the decision to apply for the AlAhli Prepaid Card should take into account the full set of fees, benefits, and spending habits — not just the annual fee — since planning ahead helps you avoid using the card beyond your current financial capacity.
How to apply for the AlAhli Prepaid Card?
Anyone who meets the requirements can apply for the AlAhli Prepaid Card directly on SNB’s official website (alahli.com) or through the SNB Mobile app, providing personal details and choosing between the Saudi National Team edition or the Platinum version. To do so, click the button below to be redirected to the card’s official website.
Rede Utua is not a financial institution and does not issue credit cards or loans. Our role is to review financial products available in the Saudi market to help you make a more informed and conscious decision. Any application is made directly with the financial institution of your choice.
