Shukran: discounts and how to get them

Shukran in the UAE: 7 offers at 6 places — finance & telecom (3), shopping (2), auto (1), parks & leisure (1). How to get it, pros and cons.

What it is: Points on purchases

Cost: Free

How it works: Shukran points are earned at Landmark brands (usually about 1–2% of spend, less during sales). 20 Shukrans = AED 1, redeem from 20 points (AED 1) right at the till; points last 24 months. Since September 2025 points convert to and from ADNOC Rewards.

Who can get it: Any UAE resident or visitor; sign up via the Shukran app or in store with your phone number.

Pros

• Huge network: Centrepoint, Max, Home Centre, Babyshop, Splash and more
• Low redemption threshold (AED 1)
• Exchange points with ADNOC Rewards; ADCB co-brand card gives 10% in points

Cons

• Low base return (~1–2%)
• Fewer points during sales
• ADNOC conversion rate not disclosed publicly

Official program website

Where it works

Finance & telecom (3)

• Shukran ADCB cardAll UAE
  Shukran10% in Shukran points at Landmark brands, 1.5% elsewhere
• American Express Membership RewardsOnline
  ShukranTransfer Amex points to Shukran

Shopping (2)

• CENTREPOINTAll UAE
  ShukranShukran points, redeem from 20 points (AED 1)
• Platinum statusAll UAE
  ShukranMore points, free delivery, early access to sales

Auto (1)

• ADNOC RewardsAll UAE
  ShukranExchange Shukran ↔ ADNOC Rewards points (fuel, car wash, stores)

Parks & leisure (1)

• Shukran ADCB card — Reel CinemasAll UAE
  Shukran1+1 ticket (up to 2 free a month)