If your company's legal entity is multi-layered (ultimate beneficiary owner is also a company), please apply using the link below.

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How to Open Business Bank Account

Account opening has never been easier! Follow this step-by-step guide.

1. Application initiation

  • Begin your account opening journey by clicking "APPLY NOW"
  • Add business and financial details
  • Add shareholder and/or POA details, and set their account management rights
  • Select your banking package
  • Select the currency you wish to open your account in

2. Verification and assessment

Sit back and give us a few days while we validate your application and documents

Applicant(s) will be verified via OTP sent to their registered mobile numbers

3. Account activation

Account is opened and you will start receiving your bank account & businessONLINE details.

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Banking packages that maximize your benefits.

Emirati Package

Emirati Business


A unique package tailored exclusively for businesses owned and operated by Emiratis

Minimum Monthly Average Balance Requirement

AED 25,000


No Monthly Maintenance Fee


Monthly Fee for Non-Maintenance of Minimum Monthly Balance of

AED 150 (New to bank customers will receive waivers on this fee for the first 6 months)


Chances to become an Emirati Business Millionaire


Free online banking access


Free Emirati Visa Business Signature Debit Card


Free unlimited cheque books


Standard Foreign Exchange rates


Preferential rates on Trade and Cash Management Services


Special rates on banking transactions


Exclusive Emirati lifestyle benefits


Distinctive business benefits




Connect

Connect


Our most efficient package ideal for startups, businesses with Professional Licenses looking for only Online access to banking services


This account package has limited branch access with higher transactional fees and no dedicated Relationship Manager


No Minimum Monthly Average Balance Requirement


Monthly Maintenance Fee of 

AED 249 


No Monthly Fee for Non-Maintenance of Minimum Monthly Balance 


Free Visa Business Debit Card 


Standard Foreign Exchange rates  



 
Proprietor

Proprietor


Dedicated package designed specifically to support the demands of Sole Establishments


Minimum monthly average balance requirement of

AED 50,000


No Monthly Maintenance Fee

Monthly Fee for Non-Maintenance of Minimum Monthly Balance of

AED 250


Free Visa Business Platinum Debit Card


Standard Foreign Exchange rates


Prime

Prime


Cost-effective package to suit all businesses offering the full range of essential products and services


Minimum monthly average balance requirement of

AED 50,000


Monthly Maintenance Fee of

AED 99


Monthly Fee for Non-Maintenance of Minimum Monthly Balance of

AED 150


Free Visa Business Platinum Debit Card 


Standard Foreign Exchange rates


Preferred

Preferred


Comprehensive package to help you grow and diversify, with a dedicated Relationship Manager


Minimum monthly average balance requirement of

AED 200,000


No Monthly Maintenance Fee


Monthly Fee for Non-Maintenance of Minimum Monthly Balance of

AED 300


Free Visa Business Platinum Debit Card


Standard Foreign Exchange rates


Prestige

Prestige


Package ideal for bigger businesses offering value added services, with a dedicated Relationship Manager


Minimum monthly average balance requirement of

AED 500,000


No Monthly Maintenance Fee


Monthly Fee for Non-Maintenance of Minimum Monthly Balance of

AED 750


Free Visa Business Signature Debit Card


Standard Foreign Exchange rates


Platinum

Platinum


Our most premium bespoke package for evolved businesses, with a dedicated Relationship Manager


Minimum monthly average balance requirement of

AED 3,500,000


No Monthly Maintenance Fee


Monthly Fee for Non-Maintenance of Minimum Monthly Balance of

AED 1500


Free Visa Business Signature Debit Card


Preferential Foreign Exchange rates


** All Business Banking account packages provide free online banking access to all customers in addition to our wide Emirates NBD branch network and dedicated Business Banking centers

Products & Services

Explore New Business Opportunities with an Online Business Banking Account specifically for SMEs

We have decades of experience helping large and small companies manage all their banking needs and we recognize that quick and seamless access to your funds is critical to your business success.
businessONLINE
businessONLINE

A comprehensive digital global cash management ecosystem

Manage all your banking needs with businessONLINE, a safe, secure and free of cost digital platform offering local, international & other payments at the click of a button, Cardless Cash Withdrawal facility and more.

Ready to get started with opening your business account online?

Frequently Asked Questions

It is open to all registered business entities operating in Trading, Manufacturing, Contracting, Transportation and Professional or any of the Service sectors in the UAE, wherein at least one signatory is a UAE resident.

There are many important banking services that financial institutions can provide, however, the top 6 to look out for are:

  • Deposits: Business banking will be able to help businesses with their day-to-day operations by allowing them to make and receive payments, manage their cash flow, and separate different types of transactions.

  • Lending: Business banking can offer all kinds of credit options such as loans, asset-based loans, and other lines of credit to enable businesses to operate and grow.
  • Treasury and payments: Businesses often have large sums of money moving in and out of their accounts, so many business bank account providers will provide treasury management services to help businesses manage their cash flow and liquidity.
  • Cash Management offerings: Our efficient and effective cash management solutions cover your regular and routine payments, as well as collections and overall liquidity, empowering you to explore opportunities.
  • Forex Exchange Solutions: Many banks now offer international banking services, such as foreign exchange services, or connections to payment systems for secure, fast, international payments.
  • Trade and Working Capital Finance: We give you a competitive edge through our full spectrum of trade, working capital and advisory services, to enable you to explore opportunities with confidence at home and overseas.
Emirates NBD Business Banking offers 7 types of business account package variants: Emirati, Connect, Proprietor, Prime, Preferred, Prestige and Platinum. Depending on your business requirements you can select the appropriate package variant that best suits your needs. To know more about packages, click here.
For Connect account package, there is no minimum monthly average balance requirement. However, you need to ensure sufficient funds are always available in the account to cover monthly fees & charges. Additionally, there are 5 other Business Banking account packages and depending on your business requirements, you may choose the one that suits you best. For more details, please visit: https://www.emiratesnbd.com/en/business-banking/business-packages.
  • You can register for businessONLINE upon account opening. We will send your login credentials with your Account Opening Welcome Pack.
  • You can manage your business account seamlessly and cost effectively through businessONLINE or the businessONLINE X mobile banking app anytime, from anywhere. Alternatively, you can visit any Emirates NBD branch or visit one of the many Business Banking Centers in the UAE.
It is open to all registered business entities operating in Trading, Manufacturing, Contracting, Transportation and Professional or any of the Service sectors in the UAE, wherein at least one signatory is a UAE resident.

There are many important banking services that financial institutions can provide, however, the top 6 to look out for are:

  • Deposits: Business banking will be able to help businesses with their day-to-day operations by allowing them to make and receive payments, manage their cash flow, and separate different types of transactions.

  • Lending: Business banking can offer all kinds of credit options such as loans, asset-based loans, and other lines of credit to enable businesses to operate and grow.
  • Treasury and payments: Businesses often have large sums of money moving in and out of their accounts, so many business bank account providers will provide treasury management services to help businesses manage their cash flow and liquidity.
  • Cash Management offerings: Our efficient and effective cash management solutions cover your regular and routine payments, as well as collections and overall liquidity, empowering you to explore opportunities.
  • Forex Exchange Solutions: Many banks now offer international banking services, such as foreign exchange services, or connections to payment systems for secure, fast, international payments.
  • Trade and Working Capital Finance: We give you a competitive edge through our full spectrum of trade, working capital and advisory services, to enable you to explore opportunities with confidence at home and overseas.
Emirates NBD Business Banking offers 7 types of business account package variants: Emirati, Connect, Proprietor, Prime, Preferred, Prestige and Platinum. Depending on your business requirements you can select the appropriate package variant that best suits your needs. To know more about packages, click here.
For Connect account package, there is no minimum monthly average balance requirement. However, you need to ensure sufficient funds are always available in the account to cover monthly fees & charges. Additionally, there are 5 other Business Banking account packages and depending on your business requirements, you may choose the one that suits you best. For more details, please visit: https://www.emiratesnbd.com/en/business-banking/business-packages.
  • You can register for businessONLINE upon account opening. We will send your login credentials with your Account Opening Welcome Pack.
  • You can manage your business account seamlessly and cost effectively through businessONLINE or the businessONLINE X mobile banking app anytime, from anywhere. Alternatively, you can visit any Emirates NBD branch or visit one of the many Business Banking Centers in the UAE.

To enable seamless account opening, we have listed the documents required at the beginning of your application. Please note that any delay in submitting these documents could lead to a delay in your application.

Below are the mandatory documents required:

  • Valid Trade License/Commercial License
  • Attested Memorandum of Association, Article of Association, Board of Resolution, General Partnership Contract & all its Amendments (if any)
  • Identity documents of all shareholders, partners: Emirates ID and passport copies
  • Tenancy contract as proof of address.

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