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List of Islamic Banks in Malaysia

Published by Gbaf News

Posted on April 5, 2013

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· Last updated: September 14, 2018

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1 Bank Islam

Comprehensive List of Islamic Banks

2 Alliance Islamic Bank

3 Alkhair International Islamic Bank (Unicorn International Islamic Bank)

Internationally Affiliated Islamic Banks

4 Dubai Islamic Bank

5 Affin Islamic Bank Berhad
6 Al Rajhi Banking & Investment Corporation
7 Kuwait Finance House
8 CIMB Islamic Bank
9 Public Islamic Bank
10 RHB Islamic Bank
11 Bank Muamalat
12 Standard Chartered Saadiq Berhad
13 AmIslamic Bank
14 HSBC Amanah
15 Hong Leong Islamic Bank

Key Takeaways

  • Malaysia hosts a diverse mix of full-fledged Islamic banks and Islamic windows of conventional banks.
  • Leading players include Bank Islam, CIMB Islamic Bank, Maybank Islamic, Public Islamic Bank, RHB Islamic Bank, and Affin Islamic Bank.
  • Foreign Islamic banks like Dubai Islamic Bank and Alkhair International Islamic Bank also operate in Malaysia.
  • The sector is evolving with digital entrants like AEON’s fully digital Islamic bank enhancing Shariah-compliant offerings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s a full-fledged Islamic bank vs Islamic window?
Full-fledged Islamic banks operate entirely under Shariah principles, while Islamic windows are dedicated units within conventional banks offering Shariah-compliant products.
Which are the major Islamic banks in Malaysia?
Key players include Bank Islam Malaysia, CIMB Islamic Bank, Maybank Islamic, Public Islamic Bank, RHB Islamic Bank, and Affin Islamic Bank.
Do foreign Islamic banks operate in Malaysia?
Yes, foreign Islamic banks like Dubai Islamic Bank and Alkhair International Islamic Bank maintain operations in Malaysia.
Are digital Islamic banks available in Malaysia?
Yes, digital entrants such as AEON Bank’s fully Shariah-compliant digital offerings have entered the market as of 2026.

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