Bank profile · Branch of an international bank · 2026
Citibank UAE: UAE Bank Profile (2026)
Updated September 2026 · CBUAE register verified methodology
Citibank has been in the UAE since the 1960s and now concentrates on credit cards, wealth and international banking for residents.
- Type
- Branch of an international bank
- Headquarters
- Dubai
- Founded
- 1964
- SWIFT/BIC
- CITIAEAD
Overview
About Citibank UAE
Citi's retail model in the UAE centres on premium cards, rewards and Citigold wealth relationships rather than branch networks.
The bank is strong for customers who move money between Citi entities worldwide.
Citibank UAE is a good fit if you need:
- ✓ Premium credit cards and rewards
- ✓ International Citi clients
- ✓ Wealth management
Products
What Citibank 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
Citibank UAE — key facts
| Type | Branch of an international bank |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Dubai |
| Founded | 1964 |
| Ownership | Citigroup |
| SWIFT/BIC | CITIAEAD |
| Website | citibank.ae |
| Head office | Citibank Building, Abu Baker Al Siddique Street, Deira, Dubai |
Location
Where to find Citibank UAE
Head office: Citibank Building, Abu Baker Al Siddique Street, Deira, Dubai
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
Citibank UAE — FAQ
What kind of bank is Citibank UAE?
Citibank UAE is a branch of an international bank in the UAE. Founded in 1964; headquartered in Dubai.
Who is behind Citibank UAE?
Citibank UAE is part of Citigroup.
What is the SWIFT code of Citibank UAE?
The SWIFT/BIC code of Citibank UAE for international transfers is CITIAEAD. Always confirm the code with the bank itself before sending a payment.
What products does Citibank UAE offer in the UAE?
Citibank 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 Citibank UAE?
As a branch of an international bank, Citibank 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 Citibank UAE an Islamic bank?
No. Citibank UAE is a conventional bank that works with interest-based products.
Choosing between banks?
We match your profile (residency, salary structure, business) to the banks that actually approve it — and prepare the KYC pack to the bank's standard.