Verified List of Banks in United Arab Emirates (2026 Update)
Official Name: United Arab Emirates
Capital City: Abu Dhabi
Currency: Dirham (AED)

Continent: Asia Country: UAE Total Banks: 78
Bankinfobook currently maintains 78 verified bank listings for United Arab Emirates, with Abu Dhabi serving as the country's financial and administrative center. Data reflects our 2026 audit cycle.
United Arab Emirates reports a public debt-to-GDP ratio of approximately 37%, against an unemployment rate of 2.17%. Foreign exchange reserves equal roughly 42.12% of GDP, indicating a substantial external liquidity buffer relative to economic output. Average inflation is estimated at approximately 2.00%, a useful benchmark for currency and purchasing-power stability in the region. FAB bank is recognized as the largest commercial bank serving United Arab Emirates.
United Arab Emirates's banking sector shows roughly 100% direct SWIFT/BIC connectivity, corresponding to an 'Integrated' classification under the Bankinfobook Financial Connectivity Index.
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✓ Verified: This entry was personally compiled and reviewed by Milan Ignjatovic using primary sources.
Founder & Sole Curator, Bankinfobook | Master Manager of ICT · Graduated Economist
Last Data Review: January 30, 2026




