List of Islamic Banks in Dubai

Key Takeaways

• Dubai hosts several fully Shariah‑compliant banks such as Dubai Islamic Bank, Emirates Islamic, Sharjah Islamic Bank, Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, Ajman Bank, and Al Hilal Bank.
• Some global and regional banks offer Islamic 'windows' (e.g., Standard Chartered, HSBC Amanah, ADCB Islamic) under conventional banking licenses.
• Dubai Islamic Bank is the world’s first full‑service Islamic bank, established in 1975 and remains the largest in the UAE by assets.
• Some listed institutions in the original content (e.g., The Middle East Bank, ADCB Islamic Banking) may refer to subsidiaries or branding rather than standalone Islamic banks.