Bank profile · Local conventional bank · 2026
First Abu Dhabi Bank: UAE Bank Profile (2026)
Updated September 2026 · CBUAE register verified methodology
FAB is the largest bank in the UAE and one of the largest in the Middle East by assets, formed in the 2017 merger of National Bank of Abu Dhabi and First Gulf Bank.
- Type
- Local conventional bank
- Headquarters
- Abu Dhabi
- Founded
- 2017
- SWIFT/BIC
- NBADAEAA
Overview
About First Abu Dhabi Bank
Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, FAB combines a very large retail network with corporate, investment and private banking. For expats it is a full-service option: salary packages, cards, mortgages and wealth under one roof.
The bank is a common choice for high-net-worth clients and businesses that need international coverage and a strong compliance track record.
First Abu Dhabi Bank is a good fit if you need:
- ✓ Expats who want one full-service bank
- ✓ Private banking and wealth
- ✓ Corporate accounts with international needs
Products
What First Abu Dhabi Bank 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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Pick the product and check the eligibility criteria on the bank's website
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Apply online or book a branch appointment
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Pass KYC and submit the document pack
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Get approval and receive your cards and online-banking credentials
Document pack
- Passport (and Emirates ID, or proof that the residence visa is in process)
- Salary certificate or employment contract — for salaried applicants
- Trade licence and corporate documents — for business owners
- Proof of address in the UAE (e.g., Ejari or a utility bill)
- 3–6 months of bank statements if the bank's policy requires it
Timeline depends on the bank's compliance review; salary-transfer applicants are usually approved faster.
Key facts
First Abu Dhabi Bank — key facts
| Type | Local conventional bank |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Abu Dhabi |
| Founded | 2017 — merger of NBAD and FNB (First Gulf Bank) |
| Ownership | — |
| SWIFT/BIC | NBADAEAA |
| Website | bankfab.com |
| Head office | Al Qurm Business Park, Khalifa Business Park, Abu Dhabi |
Location
Where to find First Abu Dhabi Bank
Head office: Al Qurm Business Park, Khalifa Business Park, Abu Dhabi
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
First Abu Dhabi Bank — FAQ
What kind of bank is First Abu Dhabi Bank?
First Abu Dhabi Bank is a local conventional bank in the UAE. Founded in 2017 (merger of NBAD and FNB (First Gulf Bank)); headquartered in Abu Dhabi.
What is the SWIFT code of First Abu Dhabi Bank?
The SWIFT/BIC code of First Abu Dhabi Bank for international transfers is NBADAEAA. Always confirm the code with the bank itself before sending a payment.
What products does First Abu Dhabi Bank offer in the UAE?
First Abu Dhabi Bank'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 First Abu Dhabi Bank?
As a local conventional bank, First Abu Dhabi Bank opens accounts this way: Pick the product and check the eligibility criteria on the bank's website → Apply online or book a branch appointment → Pass KYC and submit the document pack → Get approval and receive your cards and online-banking credentials. The basic document pack: Passport (and Emirates ID, or proof that the residence visa is in process), Salary certificate or employment contract, Trade licence and corporate documents. Timeline depends on the bank's compliance review; salary-transfer applicants are usually approved faster.
Is First Abu Dhabi Bank an Islamic bank?
No. First Abu Dhabi Bank is a conventional bank that works with interest-based products.
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