Complete Integrated Set for 2026

Based on global trends, the UAE has introduced several crypto regulations to boost digital finance. In July, Emirates signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Crypto.com to explore how to integrate Crypto into travel payments. The full integration is scheduled to be released in 2026.

Understand Emirates Mu on crypto.com

The new initiative allows passengers to pay for flights, upgrades, tax-free items and other services on Emirate routes. It supports cryptographic information including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Chronos (CRO), and stubcoins such as USDT and USDC. It also plans to support over 30 cryptocurrencies and simplify the integration of digital assets into everyday life.

Cryptocurrency that supports UAE Airlines

• Air Arabia: This budget airline listed in Dubai will accept AE Coins, a stub coin backed by a Dirham. This AED Stablecoin is for flight bookings across the Middle East, North Africa and Asian networks.

• Trabara: It is a blockchain-based global travel booking platform that offers flights and hotels with crypto payments. Multiple cryptocurrencies are accepted, including BTC, ETH, USDT, USDC, Binance Coin (BNB), and its native AVA tokens.

• Symbol: Global travel agents for flights, hotels and car rentals offer flexible payment options for UAE travelers. It supports cryptocurrencies such as BTC, ETH, USDT.

• Alternate Airlines: It is an online travel agency that supports bookings including over 650 airlines around the world, including Emirates and Etihad. We offer encryption on many coins such as BTC, ETH, XRP, Litecoin, Cardano, Dogecoin, USDT and more.

UAE establishes its position as a global crypto leader

The United Arab Emirates has a robust regulatory framework with impressive investment and aggressive initiatives in the crypto sector. Recent regulatory developments focus on compliance with international standards such as licensing, AML/KYC compliance, consumer protection, and FATF. These measures further strengthen the UAE’s cryptographic foundations by promoting greater stability and transparency.

“Parting with crypto.com to integrate cryptocurrency into digital payment systems reflects Emirates’ commitment to meeting evolving customer preferences, in addition to leveraging a young, tech-savvy customer segment that prefers digital currency,” said Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ chief commercial manager.

“This strategic move is in line with Dubai’s vision that it is at the forefront of financial innovation, but at the same time it will provide customers with flexibility and choice in how they work with Emirates,” he added.