BANK ACCOUNT
BANK ACCOUNT
BANK ACCOUNT
Open a UAE or International Bank Account with Ease
Open a UAE or International Bank Account with Ease
Open a UAE or International Bank Account with Ease
We help entrepreneurs choose the right banking option — with or without a UAE residency visa.
We help entrepreneurs choose the right banking option — with or without a UAE residency visa.
Overview
Overview
Banking made simple.
Banking made simple.
Opening a bank account in the UAE can be complex. At NISA, we simplify it. We understand the requirements, match you with the right banking partners, and support you through every step—paperwork, compliance, and beyond.
Opening a bank account in the UAE can be complex. At NISA, we simplify it. We understand the requirements, match you with the right banking partners, and support you through every step—paperwork, compliance, and beyond.
Opening a bank account in the UAE can be complex. At NISA, we simplify it. We understand the requirements, match you with the right banking partners, and support you through every step—paperwork, compliance, and beyond.
Opening a bank account in the UAE can be complex. At NISA, we simplify it. We understand the requirements, match you with the right banking partners, and support you through every step—paperwork, compliance, and beyond.
Local Corporate Bank Account
Local Corporate Bank Account
Full-featured business account
Full-featured business account
AED, USD, EUR multi-currency support
AED, USD, EUR multi-currency support
Access to local transfers and government payments
Access to local transfers and government payments
Requires valid UAE company and often residency visa
Requires valid UAE company and often residency visa
Ideal for: Businesses operating on the ground in the UAE
Ideal for: Businesses operating on the ground in the UAE
Remote-Friendly Bank Account (with residency)
Remote-Friendly Bank Account (with residency)
International banks that accept UAE entities
International banks that accept UAE entities
Online onboarding possible
Online onboarding possible
Visa often required but presence not mandatory
Visa often required but presence not mandatory
Lower monthly balance requirements
Lower monthly balance requirements
Ideal for: Entrepreneurs who travel or work remotely
Ideal for: Entrepreneurs who travel or work remotely
Digital Payment Platforms (no residency)
Digital Payment Platforms (no residency)
Services like Payoneer & Wise
Services like Payoneer & Wise
No UAE residency or visa required
No UAE residency or visa required
Simple setup with UAE company license
Simple setup with UAE company license
Limited local transaction options
Limited local transaction options
Ideal for: Freelancers, e-commerce, consultants working globally
Ideal for: Freelancers, e-commerce, consultants working globally
Comparison Table
SETUP COMPARISON
SETUP COMPARISON
SETUP COMPARISON
Feature
Feature
Feature
Local Corporate Bank
Local Corporate Bank
Local Corporate Bank
Remote-Friendly Bank
Remote-Friendly Bank
Remote-Friendly Bank
Payoneer/Digital Wallet
Payoneer/Digital Wallet
Payoneer/Digital Wallet
100% Ownership
100% Ownership
Operate in UAE Market
Operate in UAE Market
(Limited)
(Limited)
UAE Visa Eligible
UAE Visa Eligible
(Depends)
(Depends)
Office Requirement
Office Requirement
Office Requirement
Office Requirement
Fast
Fast
Medium
Medium
Fast
Fast
How It Works
Step 1
Intro Call
Intro Call
Intro Call
Understand your business activity and banking needs
Step 2
Bank Match
Structure Planning
Bank Match
We recommend the best options (local or global)
Step 3
Support & Docs
Support & Docs
Support & Docs
Support & Docs
We assist with documents, KYC and applications
Step 4
Follow-up
Follow-up
Follow-up
We follow up with the bank until the account is open
Need a visa first? We’ll help you get it.
Need a visa first? We’ll help you get it.
Need a visa first? We’ll help you get it.
What’s Included
What’s Included
Banking eligibility review
Banking eligibility review
Banking eligibility review
Bank recommendation (based on business type)
Bank recommendation (based on business type)
Bank recommendation (based on business type)
Application document checklist
Application document checklist
Application document checklist
KYC & compliance support
KYC & compliance support
KYC & compliance support
Follow-up with bank relationship managers
Follow-up with bank relationship managers
Follow-up with bank relationship managers
Top tier consulting company
Top tier consulting company
Why Choose NISA?
Why Choose NISA?
Why Choose NISA?
We’ve helped 100+ companies open accounts in UAE
We’ve helped 100+ companies open accounts in UAE
Relationships with local and global banks
Relationships with local and global banks
End-to-end support—from intro call to final approval
End-to-end support—from intro call to final approval
FAQ
FAQ
Can I open a UAE bank account without living there?
Yes—with Payoneer or via specific international banks. For local banks, a UAE visa is typically required.
How long does it take?
Local banks: 7–14 days. Remote options: 3–10 days. Payoneer: 1–3 days.
Do I need a UAE company license first?
Yes—all options require proof of a registered business entity.
Can I open a UAE bank account without living there?
Yes—with Payoneer or via specific international banks. For local banks, a UAE visa is typically required.
How long does it take?
Local banks: 7–14 days. Remote options: 3–10 days. Payoneer: 1–3 days.
Do I need a UAE company license first?
Yes—all options require proof of a registered business entity.
Can I open a UAE bank account without living there?
Yes—with Payoneer or via specific international banks. For local banks, a UAE visa is typically required.
How long does it take?
Local banks: 7–14 days. Remote options: 3–10 days. Payoneer: 1–3 days.
Do I need a UAE company license first?
Yes—all options require proof of a registered business entity.
Can I open a UAE bank account without living there?
Yes—with Payoneer or via specific international banks. For local banks, a UAE visa is typically required.
How long does it take?
Local banks: 7–14 days. Remote options: 3–10 days. Payoneer: 1–3 days.
Do I need a UAE company license first?
Yes—all options require proof of a registered business entity.
Not sure which bank is right for you?
Not sure which bank is right for you?
We’ll guide you based on your visa status, business model, and goals.
We’ll guide you based on your visa status, business model, and goals.
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