What is bank account opening?
Opening a corporate bank account in the UAE is where many setups stall — banks apply strict compliance and each has different appetites by activity and nationality.
We match you to the right bank, prepare a compliant application file, and manage KYC and follow-ups so your account is opened with minimal friction.
Bank Account Opening — end to end
Documents & requirements
Have these ready and we’ll take care of the rest. Anything missing? We’ll guide you through it.
How bank account opening works
Bank match
We assess your activity and profile and recommend the best-fit UAE banks.
File preparation
We build a compliant, complete KYC application file to pre-empt questions.
Submission & meeting
We submit and arrange your relationship-manager meeting, prepping you for it.
Compliance review
We respond to any bank compliance queries quickly to keep things moving.
Account active
Your corporate account is opened, with online banking and cards set up.
Fees breakdown
Transparent, all-in pricing. Government fees vary with your exact case — we confirm the final figure in your quote.
Who qualifies
Licensed UAE company
You hold a valid mainland or free zone trade license.
Clear activity & source of funds
Your business activity and funding are transparent and documented.
Shareholder documents
Passports, visas and proof of address for all shareholders.
The AT Overseas advantage
bank account opening questions
You might also need
Investor and employee visas, Emirates ID, medical typing and all government liaison — managed end to end across the Emirates.
Commercial, professional or industrial — we identify the correct activities and secure your license across mainland and free zones.
We arrange the bank guarantees required for certain visas, tenders and contracts, coordinating with banks so your obligations are met on time.