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━ Overview
Banking services in the UAE
━ Our banking partners
Banks we help you open accounts with
We work with leading UAE banks. Select a bank to learn more — we’ll recommend the best fit for your business.
Mashreq
One of the UAE's oldest and most digitally advanced banks, Mashreq offers fast online business account onboarding, multi-currency accounts and strong SME support — a popular choice for startups and free zone companies.
Emirates NBD
The world's first fully Islamic bank, DIB provides Sharia-compliant corporate accounts and financing, giving businesses ethical, interest-free banking options with full corporate services.
RAKBANK
Known for being SME-friendly, RAKBANK offers straightforward business accounts, competitive packages and quick turnaround — well suited to small and medium businesses and new company setups.
FAB (First Abu Dhabi Bank)
The UAE's largest bank, FAB offers premium corporate and institutional banking, international trade services and strong credit backing — ideal for larger companies and those with cross-border needs.
Dubai Islamic Bank
The world's first fully Islamic bank, DIB provides Sharia-compliant corporate accounts and financing, giving businesses ethical, interest-free banking options with full corporate services.
━ Why choose us
Banking support built on real relationships
Experience-Led Guidance
Our support is shaped by years of working closely with UAE banks. We understand how applications are reviewed and guide you accordingly.
Compliance-First Approach
Banking is compliance-driven. We ensure your documentation, ownership and activities are presented in line with bank expectations.
Insight into Risk Frameworks
Banks assess applications on risk. We factor in shareholder structure, nationalities and activities to align you with the right bank.
Long-Term Support
Beyond opening, we help you adapt to multi-currency, offshore and expanding banking needs as your business grows.
Right Bank Match
We recommend the bank that genuinely fits your business type, structure and needs — not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Personal Introductions
We introduce you to the right bankers and support your meeting — a real relationship, not just a submitted form.
━ How it works
Steps to open your bank account
01
Select your bank
02
Submit application
We prepare and submit your application with all required documents, presenting your business correctly.
03
Finalise the process
04
Start banking
━ What you'll need
Bank account requirements
Company Documentation
- Certificate of incorporation / trade licence
- Memorandum & Articles of Association
- Share certificates
- Certificate of good standing (if over 1 year old)
- Shareholder structure (to ultimate beneficial owners)
Individual Shareholder(s)
- Valid passport (signature page matching the form)
- Utility bill or bank statement (address, last 3 months)
- Bank reference letter (last 3–6 months, if required)
- Personal CV
- Shareholder structure (to ultimate beneficial owners)
Corporate Shareholder(s)
- Legal entity documents (incorporation, MOA/AOA)
- Corporate register (shareholders & directors)
- Corporate structure chart
- Certificate of good standing / incumbency
Business Evidence (on request)
- Invoices or contracts with existing clients
- Names of 3+ clients and suppliers
- Documents proving your business scope
Ready to open your corporate account?
Let our banking team match you with the right bank and make your account opening smooth and successful.