Best banks for expats in UAE

A bank is a financial institution that provides banking services to its customers. This can be in the form of savings accounts, credit cards, loans and other financial products. In Arab Market Tips we did an study of the highest reviewed banks in UAE

The best banks for expats in UAE have all the features that you need to live in Dubai or Abu Dhabi: low fees, high interest rates on savings accounts and loans as well as excellent services such as Visa debit cards that can be used everywhere without needing to carry cash with you.

1. Arab African International Bank

Arab African Bank is one of the most highly rated banks by expatriates in the UAE. Although it is an Egyptian bank with Kuwaiti participation, it has a strong presence in the main cities of the UAE. It stands out for its excellent customer service, its advantageous currency exchange rate and the ease of opening both personal and corporate accounts. Undoubtedly one of the best banks in the country.

Dubai National Insurance Building Next to Mazaya Shopping Centre Sheikh Zayed Road Dubai United Arab Emirates
+9718002242
inquiry@aaib.com
Al Wasl Dubai (UAE)

2. Sharjah Islamic Bank

In 2002, Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) was upgraded from a commercial bank to an Islamic bank by Dr. Sultan Bin Mohamed Al Qassimi. It offers Shariah-compliant retail and corporate investment products and services today. Expats highly rate it as one of the best banks in.
It is noted for its excellent customer service, quick solutions to card problems and numerous ATMs throughout the country. It also offers fast international transfers and a favourable exchange rate for customers.

Contact Sharjah Islamic Bank Dubai

Sharjah Islamic Bank – Dubai Branch Al Ittihad Rd Port Saeed Dubai United Arab Emirates
+97165999999
marketing@sib.ae
Deira Dubai (UAE)

3. Citibank

Citi’s history in the UAE began in 1964, when Citibank, a member of Citigroup, opened its first branch in Dubai, followed by Abu Dhabi in 1971. In 2006, Citi opened its Middle East regional office in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).

Expatriate customers highlight the online service offered by the bank through its app. They also highlight the personal service provided by the staff to deal with any problem.

The bank offers the following services:

Banking
Credit Cards
Lending
Insurance
Wealth Management
Online services
Company
Life & Money

Contact Citibank Dubai:

Citibank Al Wasl Al Wasl Dubai United Arab Emirates
Al Wasl Dubai (UAE)
uaeservice@citi.com

5. UAB – United Arab Bank

With 11 branches throughout the UAE, the bank is headquartered in Sharjah and offers customers tailor-made financial services for corporate and retail customers. The bank has established itself as the leading provider of solutions in the seven emirates, primarily serving a growing commercial and industrial base.

Customers highlight the treatment and service provided by the staff when dealing with credit card transactions and the speed of international transfers.