1 Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank
2 Bank Muscat
3 Bank of Bahrain & Kuwait
4 BNP Paribas
5 Commercial Bank of Dubai
6 Commercial Bank International
7 Deutsche Bank AG
8 Citibank
9 Barclay Bank PLC
10 Commercial International Bank Egypt (SAE)
11 Emirates Bank International
12 First Gulf Bank
13 ICICI Bank Ltd
14 IndusInd Bank
15 UBS AG
16 Kotak Mahindra International
17 Merrill Lynch International & Co
18 Natexis Banques Populaires
19 The Bank of New York Mellon
20 Clearstream Banking
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List of Commercial Banks in Dubai
Published by Gbaf News
Posted on April 19, 2013
1 min read· Last updated: June 11, 2018
Key Takeaways
- Uniting a diverse mix of local and international commercial banks operating in Dubai.
- Includes both conventional and Islamic banking institutions serving retail, corporate and trade finance needs.
- Dubai’s banking sector features legacy institutions and global players offering comprehensive financial services.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why are both local and international banks listed?
Dubai hosts a large expatriate and multinational business community, so both domestic and global banks operate there to meet diverse needs.
Do these banks offer Islamic banking?
Yes, some institutions like Dubai Islamic Bank and Emirates Islamic offer Sharia‑compliant services, while others provide Islamic windows or conventional services.
What services do these banks generally provide?
They offer a wide range of services including retail and corporate banking, trade finance, wealth management, treasury, and digital banking solutions.
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