Bank profile · Branch of an international bank · 2026
Arab Bank UAE: UAE Bank Profile (2026)
Updated September 2026 · CBUAE register verified methodology
Arab Bank, present in the UAE since 1954, serves retail and corporate clients with a strong regional network across the Arab world.
- Type
- Branch of an international bank
- Headquarters
- Dubai
- Founded
- 1954
- SWIFT/BIC
- ARABAE2A
Overview
About Arab Bank UAE
The bank is frequently used for transfers and trade flows between the UAE and Jordan, Palestine, Egypt and other Arab markets.
Retail services include accounts, cards and financing with a regional focus.
Arab Bank UAE is a good fit if you need:
- ✓ Transfers across the Arab region
- ✓ Regional corporate banking
Products
What Arab Bank UAE offers
- Personal loans
- Credit cards
- Mortgages
- Car loans
- Current accounts
- Savings accounts
- Term deposits
- Business & SME banking
- Private banking & wealth
- International transfers
Product line-ups change; confirm the current offer on the bank's website before applying. We deliberately don't publish rates and fees here — they change too often to be evergreen.
Process
How to open an account
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Check which segment (Priority, Premier) fits your profile
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Apply online and talk to a relationship manager
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Pass KYC and enhanced compliance checks
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Activate the account and services
Document pack
- Passport and Emirates ID with a valid residence visa
- Salary certificate (banks usually expect a higher minimum income for international banks)
- Proof of address in the UAE
International banks often serve retail through priority segments with relationship thresholds set individually.
Key facts
Arab Bank UAE — key facts
| Type | Branch of an international bank |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Dubai |
| Founded | 1954 |
| Ownership | Arab Bank Group |
| SWIFT/BIC | ARABAE2A |
| Website | arabbank.ae |
Location
Where to find Arab Bank UAE
Head office: Dubai, UAE
Branches & ATMs: find Arab Bank branches on Google Maps ↗
Branch networks and visitor access change — confirm the address and opening hours on the bank's website before you go. The map searches the bank's head office by name; verify the pin before travelling.
FAQ
Arab Bank UAE — FAQ
What kind of bank is Arab Bank UAE?
Arab Bank UAE is a branch of an international bank in the UAE. Founded in 1954; headquartered in Dubai.
Who is behind Arab Bank UAE?
Arab Bank UAE is part of Arab Bank Group.
What is the SWIFT code of Arab Bank UAE?
The SWIFT/BIC code of Arab Bank UAE for international transfers is ARABAE2A. Always confirm the code with the bank itself before sending a payment.
What products does Arab Bank UAE offer in the UAE?
Arab Bank UAE's product line-up in the UAE includes Personal loans, Credit cards, Mortgages, Car loans, Current accounts, Savings accounts, Term deposits, Business & SME banking, Private banking & wealth and International transfers.
How do I open an account with Arab Bank UAE?
As a branch of an international bank, Arab Bank UAE opens accounts this way: Check which segment (Priority, Premier) fits your profile → Apply online and talk to a relationship manager → Pass KYC and enhanced compliance checks → Activate the account and services. The basic document pack: Passport and Emirates ID with a valid residence visa, Salary certificate (banks usually expect a higher minimum income for international banks), Proof of address in the UAE. International banks often serve retail through priority segments with relationship thresholds set individually.
Is Arab Bank UAE an Islamic bank?
No. Arab Bank UAE is a conventional bank that works with interest-based products.
Choosing between banks?
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