Seamless in Banking Solutions for Your Business in the UAE
Open your business bank account in the UAE with complete confidence. Whether you’re launching a new venture, expanding your company, or relocating to Dubai, dotpro offers expert guidance to make the process smooth, compliant, and efficient.
Open your business bank account in the UAE with complete confidence.
Whether you’re launching a new venture, expanding your company, or relocating to Dubai, dotpro offers expert guidance to make the process smooth, compliant, and efficient.
Comprehensive Business Account Setup Support
At dotpro, we assist startups, SMEs, and international entrepreneurs in opening a corporate bank account in Dubai and across the UAE.
We streamline the process and guide you in choosing the most suitable banking partner — with options for mainland, free zone, or offshore companies.
Types of Business Accounts: Mainland, Free Zone & Offshore
- Mainland Business Accounts are ideal for companies operating across the UAE.
- Free Zone Accounts offer a customized banking solution for entities registered in free zones.
- Offshore Accounts offer flexible options for international transactions and holding companies.
Each option has different requirements. We’ll help you understand the minimum balance for a business account in Dubai, the documentation needed, and bank preferences.
- Mainland Business Accounts – ideal for companies operating across the UAE.
- Free Zone Accounts – tailored banking solutions for free zone entities.
- Offshore Accounts – flexible options for international transactions and holding companies.
Each option has different requirements. We’ll help you navigate minimum balance rules, required documentation, and individual bank preferences in Dubai.
Step-by-Step Guide to Opening a Corporate Bank Account
1
Initial Consultation
2
Document Preparation
3
KYC & AML Compliance
4
Bank Selection
5
Account Opening & Activation
Navigating Banking Compliance & KYC Requirements
UAE banks follow strict Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations. dotpro helps you:
- Understand compliance standards
- Prepare clear financial statements
- Justify the source of funds
- Respond to due-diligence queries effectively
We reduce approval delays and increase success rates for foreign business owners in Dubai.
Guidance Across Multiple Banks in the UAE
We partner with leading banks—including Emirates NBD, ADCB, Mashreq, FAB, RAKBANK—and digital options like WIO to give you flexible choices.
Whether you’re a tech startup, a retail brand, or a holding company, we help you choose a bank that fits your business model and cash-flow needs.
Common Challenges & How We Help
| Challenge | How dotpro Helps |
|---|---|
| Bank rejections due to unclear ownership | We prepare detailed documentation upfront |
| Delays in compliance checks | We guide your business through KYC/AML from the start |
| Confusion over minimum balance rules | We provide clarity on account types and thresholds |
| Lack of English/Arabic support | Our bilingual team bridges the gap |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What documents are needed to open a business bank account in Dubai?
Trade license, MOA, Emirates ID/passport copies, Ejari, business plan (if required), and source of funds
How long does it take to open a UAE business account?
It typically takes 7–15 business days, depending on the bank and compliance checks.
Can foreign business owners open accounts remotely?
Some banks allow remote onboarding, especially for free zone companies. dotpro advises on a case-by-case basis.
Ready to open your corporate bank account in the UAE?
Let dotpro handle the paperwork, compliance, and coordination so you can focus on growing your business.