Corporate Bank Account Opening

Overview

Corporate Bank Account Opening is a crucial step for all Companies and Establishments to formally commence business operations. We ensure all required documents, such as the Commercial Registration (CR) and Articles of Association, and Proof of Residency for the General Manager or Investor are prepared, facilitating access to essential Banking Services.

We offer comprehensive support to assist Companies and Establishments in Corporate Bank Account Opening, which is vital for receiving payments and conducting local and international transactions. The process involves verifying the validity of the Commercial Registration (CR), authenticating the Articles of Association, and presenting Proof of Residency for the authorized signatory, the General Manager or Investor. This service accelerates your company's access to necessary Banking Services for continuous financial operations.

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Target Group

Target Group

All Companies and Establishments newly completing company formation or seeking to open an additional account. The General Manager or Investor must possess valid Proof of Residency to authenticate their account and sign the required Banking Services forms.

Service Channels

Service Channels

The service is coordinated with leading local banks, where legal documents like the Commercial Registration (CR) and Articles of Association are prepared, and an appointment is scheduled for the General Manager or Investor to finalize the Corporate Bank Account Opening procedures either in person or through digital channels.

Language Provided

Language Provided

Support and coordination are provided in both Arabic and English, ensuring the foreign General Manager or Investor understands all Banking Services terms and bank requirements related to the company's Commercial Registration (CR) and Articles of Association thoroughly.

Objectives

1. Enable Companies and Establishments to complete Corporate Bank Account Opening as quickly as possible, facilitating capital transfer and starting financial transactions, relying on verified Commercial Registration (CR) and Articles of Association.

2. Ensure compliance with anti-money laundering requirements by providing valid Proof of Residency for the authorized General Manager or Investor, and authenticating their identity and authority as per the company's Articles of Association.

3. Facilitate the company's access to a comprehensive package of essential Banking Services, such as internet banking, ATM cards, and international transfers, immediately upon completion of the Corporate Bank Account Opening and signature activation.

Steps to Obtain
1

Prepare the company's essential documents

1. Prepare the company's essential documents, including the Commercial Registration (CR), Articles of Association, authorization for the General Manager or Investor, and their personal Proof of Residency, for submission to the Banking Services department.

2

Fill out the Corporate Bank Account Opening

2. Fill out the Corporate Bank Account Opening form with the required data, have it signed by the authorized General Manager or Investor, and ensure the signatures match those approved in the Articles of Association.

3

Opening and activating a bank account

3. Deposit the minimum amount to open and activate the account, and receive the ATM card, allowing Companies and Establishments to begin utilizing Banking Services to manage their cash flows effectively.

Areas of Work

1. Review and audit all documents for Companies and Establishments, especially the Commercial Registration (CR) and Articles of Association, to ensure bank acceptance and prevent rejection of the Corporate Bank Account Opening request.

2. Coordinate directly with Banking Services personnel at the bank to schedule the earliest appointment for the General Manager or Investor to verify their identity and activate the account, after confirming valid Proof of Residency.

3. Assist the General Manager or Investor in understanding Banking Services terms and associated fees, explaining mechanisms for transfers, withdrawals, and deposits to enable their company for efficient operation and management.

FAQs
1. Can Corporate Bank Account Opening be done without the presence of the General Manager or Investor?

Answer: Corporate Bank Account Opening requires the physical presence of the authorized signatory, the General Manager or Investor, to authenticate their identity and signature on the forms, based on the Articles of Association and valid Proof of Residency.

2. What are the two most crucial documents for Corporate Bank Account Opening?

Answer: The two most crucial documents are a valid Commercial Registration (CR) and a copy of the Articles of Association, in addition to valid Proof of Residency for the General Manager, to secure the necessary Banking Services.

3. Why do Companies and Establishments need a separate Corporate Bank Account Opening?

Answer: Separate accounts are necessary for financial and tax compliance, allowing the General Manager or Investor to use specialized commercial Banking Services and manage company assets independently from personal assets effectively.