1 ABN-AMRO Saudi Arabia
2 Al Bank Al Saudi Al Fransi
3 Al-Rajhi Trading Establishment
4 Arab Bank Saudi Arabia
5 Arab National Bank
6 Islamic Development Bank
7 National Commercial Bank (NCB)
8 Saudi Hollandi Bank
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List of Commercial Banks in Saudi Arabia
Published by Gbaf News
Posted on April 19, 2013
1 min read· Last updated: December 5, 2018
Key Takeaways
- Saudi Arabia hosts both major local and foreign‑affiliated commercial banks.
- ABN‑AMRO’s legacy presence includes Saudi Hollandi Bank (Alawwal Bank post‑rebrand).
- Banque Saudi Fransi (Al Fransi) is a leading Saudi commercial bank founded in 1977.
- Al‑Rajhi Trading Establishment (now Al Rajhi Bank) is one of the largest Islamic banks globally.
- Several listed names reflect older or rebranded entities (e.g., Saudi Hollandi Bank is now Alawwal Bank).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Saudi Hollandi Bank still operating under that name?
No, Saudi Hollandi Bank was rebranded as Alawwal Bank and later merged with SABB in 2021.
What is Banque Saudi Fransi?
Banque Saudi Fransi is a Saudi joint‑stock commercial bank founded in 1977 and headquartered in Riyadh.
Is ABN‑AMRO still involved in Saudi banking?
ABN‑AMRO retains a legacy stake (around 40 %) in what was Saudi Hollandi (Alawwal Bank), though that bank has since merged.
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