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List of Banking companies in the Middle East

Tamtam tracks 140 Banking companies headquartered in the Middle East. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Emirates NBD, First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) and Garanti BBVA. Their median headcount is 5,113. Half of them were founded in 1973 or later. The most common headquarters are Istanbul (12), Riyadh (6) and Abu Dhabi (5).

🌍 Middle East50 companiesUpdated Nov 13, 2026

These are large banking groups operating in the Middle East. Many of them are established institutions, with founding dates ranging from 1930 to 2017. Emirates NBD, founded in 1963, provides financial products and services to various client segments and focuses on digital banking. First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), established in 2017, offers customized banking solutions globally. Garanti BBVA, founded in 1946, is a digital and people-focused financial institution. alrajhi bank, established in 1957, is an Islamic bank with a large network. VakıfBank, founded in 1954, specializes in corporate, commercial, and retail banking. Arab Bank, founded in 1930, provides diverse financial products and services across global markets.

The companies listed show a concentration of headquarters in three cities: Istanbul, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai, with Riyadh also featuring prominently. This indicates key financial hubs within the Middle East. Several of the banks, such as alinma and ADIB - Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, emphasize Sharia-compliant financial services, highlighting the importance of Islamic banking in the region.

#CompanyIndustryHeadquarters EmployeesFounded
1
Emirates NBDemiratesnbd.com

Leading MENAT banking group providing financial products and services to individuals, businesses, governments, and institutions, committed to digital banking and sustainability.

Banking 🇦🇪 Dubai 25,366 1963
2
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)bankfab.com

It offers customized banking solutions globally, focusing on corporate and personal banking, while supporting stakeholders' growth ambitions through innovation.

Banking 🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi 17,604 2017
3
Garanti BBVAgarantibbva.com.tr

Digital and people-focused financial institution offering innovative products and services, part of a global banking group, aiming to provide advanced solutions and opportunities for customers

Banking 🇹🇷 Istanbul 16,695 1946
4
Yapı Krediyapikredi.com.tr

A leading financial institution in Turkey offering a wide range of banking and financial services to individuals, SMEs, and corporations

Banking 🇹🇷 Istanbul 16,484 n/a
5
Akbankakbank.com

Established in 1948, this financial institution provides funding, banking services, and investment opportunities both locally and internationally

Banking 🇹🇷 Istanbul 14,721 n/a
6
alinmaalinma.com

Saudi joint-stock financial institution with SAR 20 billion capital, major shareholders include Public Investment Fund, Pension Public Agency, and Social Insurance.

Banking 🇸🇦 Riyadh 13,996 2007
7
QNB Türkiyeqnb.com.tr

Established in 1987, the company is a leading bank in Turkey with innovative services like the first installment credit card and online banking platform

Banking 🇹🇷 Istanbul 13,575 n/a
8
alrajhi bankalrajhibank.com.sa

Established in 1957, this Islamic bank has over $100 billion in assets and a vast network of branches, ATMs, and remittance centers

Banking 🇸🇦 Riyadh 13,178 n/a
9
Abu Dhabi Commercial Bankadcb.com

Established in 1985 in the UAE, this company focuses on contributing to the economy and community by offering various banking services

Banking 🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi 12,130 1985
10
VakıfBankvakifbank.com.tr

Established in 1954, the organization offers a wide range of modern banking products and services, specializing in corporate, commercial, and retail banking, along with investment banking and capital market activities

Banking 🇹🇷 Istanbul 11,881 1954
11
DenizBankdenizbank.com

Financial institution undergoing multiple shareholder changes, including acquisition by leading international banks, serving customers under the umbrella of a global banking group

Banking 🇹🇷 Esentepe 11,571 1997
12
Halkbankhalkbank.com.tr

Financial institution providing banking products and services with a focus on supporting small businesses, entrepreneurs, and corporate clients through innovative solutions and digital platforms

Banking 🇹🇷 Ataşehir 10,484 n/a
13
ADIB - Abu Dhabi Islamic Bankadib.ae

Provides personalized Islamic banking and financial services including brokerage, real estate, payments, and insurance across UAE and international markets.

Banking 🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi 10,132 1997
14
Arab Bankarabbank.com

Provides diverse financial products and services including consumer, corporate, institutional banking, and treasury services across global markets.

Banking 🇯🇴 Amman 9,755 1930
15
DIBdib.ae

Leading Islamic bank offering Sharia-compliant financial solutions across multiple countries, focusing on innovation, inclusion, and sustainable progress.

Banking 🇦🇪 Dubai 8,870 n/a
16
Mashreqmashreq.com

Banking and financial services with a focus on innovation, customer partnership, and helping clients achieve their unique success.

Banking 🇦🇪 Dubai 8,658 1967
17
TEBteb.com.tr

A respected finance institution in Turkish banking sector, offering a wide range of banking services and products with international partnership for growth and expansion

Banking 🇹🇷 Istanbul 8,632 1927
18
Riyad Bankriyadbank.com

Provides Sharia-compliant banking products and services for retail, corporate, and SME customers with extensive branch and digital networks.

Banking 🇸🇦 Riyad Bank 7,609 1957
19
بنك البلاد | Bank Albiladbankalbilad.com.sa

The company provides innovative and genuine shariah-compliant banking products, fostering a culture of initiative, partnership, trust, and accountability in the Islamic banking sector

Banking 🇸🇦 Riyadh 6,980 2005
20
Bank ABCbank-abc.com

A global bank offering innovative wholesale banking products, transaction banking, specialized finance, real estate finance, treasury services, and Shari’a compliant banking solutions

Banking 🇧🇭 Manama 6,845 1980
21
Kuveyt Turk Participation Bankkuveytturk.com.tr

Specializing in interest-free finance with a customer-focused approach, innovative technology, and digital transformation Leading in asset size and Islamic banking, supporting mega projects and entrepreneurship

Banking 🇹🇷 Istanbul 6,740 1989
22
The Saudi National Bank - SNBalahli.com

A financial institution in Saudi Arabia under the supervision of the Saudi Central Bank, dedicated to shaping the future together

Banking 🇯🇴 5,988 n/a
23
Bank Hapoalim בנק הפועליםbankhapoalim.co.il

Leading financial group offering full-service branches, business centers, direct banking, and community involvement through educational and social projects.

Banking 🇮🇱 Tel Aviv 5,566 1921
24
RAKBANKrakbank.ae

Providing digital-first banking solutions, supporting SMEs, offering insurance and payment apps, combining technology with personalized customer service.

Banking 🇦🇪 Ras al Khaimah 5,342 1976
25
Emirates Islamicemiratesislamic.ae

Provides Shariah-compliant personal, business, and corporate banking with innovative digital solutions and community-focused charitable initiatives across the UAE.

Banking 🇦🇪 5,113 n/a

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BSFbsf.sa

Financial institution emphasizing strong, unique corporate values focused on honesty, collaboration, simplicity, ambition, community, and decisive long-term thinking.

Banking 🇸🇦 5,086 1977
27
Arab National Bankanb.com.sa

Universal commercial bank providing corporate and retail banking services with extensive branches, digital platforms, and ATM networks across Saudi Arabia.

Banking 🇸🇦 Riyadh 4,937 1979
28
Bank Leumi בנק לאומיleumi.co.il

A leading banking corporation offering high quality services to various customer segments, with a focus on innovative technological capabilities for digital banking

Banking 🇮🇱 Tel Aviv 4,506 1903
29
Şekerbank T.A.Ş.

Established in 1953 to support rural development and agricultural industry, it offers a wide range of banking services across Turkey

Banking 🇹🇷 Kağıthane 4,126 1953
30
Türkiye Finansturkiyefinans.com.tr

A pioneer in Islamic banking in Turkey, providing commercial and retail services with a focus on customer satisfaction and digital innovation

Banking 🇹🇷 Istanbul 4,019 n/a
31
Commercial Bank of Dubaicbd.ae

Providing innovative personal and business banking services through digital channels and extensive branch network, supporting UAE's largest corporates and economy.

Banking 🇦🇪 Dubai 3,943 n/a
32
Albaraka Türk Katılım Bankası A.Şalbaraka.com.tr

Established in 1984, it offers interest-free financial services based on profit and loss sharing, with a global reach through a vast network of correspondent banks

Banking 🇹🇷 Istanbul 3,388 1984
33
Bank ABC in Jordanbank-abc.com

A Jordanian bank part of Bank ABC Group, offering a wide range of banking services, investments, brokerage, and financial consultancy

Banking 🇯🇴 Amman 3,239 n/a
34
Housing Bankhbtf.com

A comprehensive bank providing full commercial banking services, known for its high credit ratings and prestigious awards in Jordan

Banking 🇯🇴 Amman 3,102 1973
35
Vakıf Katılımvakifkatilim.com.tr

Leading the way in participatory banking, our vision is to be a reference institution, while our mission is to drive growth through Islamic banking principles

Banking 🇹🇷 Istanbul 3,016 2015
36
Bank Audibankaudi.com.lb

Universal banking group providing corporate, commercial, retail, and private banking services across MENAT region and Europe with extensive financial products.

Banking 🇱🇧 Downtown Beirut 2,953 1962
37
The Saudi Investment Banksaib.com.sa

Provides wholesale, retail, commercial banking, investment banking, trade finance, asset management, leasing, mortgages, insurance, and credit card services.

Banking 🇸🇦 Riyadh 2,679 1977
38
ING Türkiyeing.com.tr

The company provides effortless banking to empower people who live authentically, pursue their dreams, and embrace innovation and equality

Banking 🇹🇷 Istanbul 2,652 2008
39
The National Commercial Bank - AlahliNCBalahli.com

Leading financial institution in Saudi Arabia, established in 1953, with majority holding by Government's Public Investment Fund

Banking 🇸🇦 Jeddah 2,634 1953
40
Discount Bank בנק דיסקונטdiscountbank.co.il

Provides tailored banking services to households, businesses, corporations, and private clients with innovation, community focus, and international presence.

Banking 🇮🇱 Rishon Letsiyon 2,484 1935
41
Bank of Jordanbankofjordan.com

A national financial institution in Jordan offering comprehensive banking products and services to individuals, corporations, and institutions, with branches across Jordan and Palestine

Banking 🇯🇴 Amman 2,467 1960
42
National Bank of Abu Dhabinbad.com

Provides customized banking products and services globally, supporting corporate, investment, and personal banking needs with strong financial expertise.

Banking 🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi 2,339 1968
43
BLOM BANK s.a.l.blombank.com

A leading Lebanese bank offering a wide range of financial services including commercial banking, investment banking, wealth management, and insurance products

Banking 🇱🇧 Beirut 2,253 1951
44
Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiyetcmb.gov.tr

Responsible for regulating monetary and exchange rate policies, ensuring banknote circulation, and maintaining price stability in Turkey.

Banking 🇹🇷 Ankara 2,060 1930
45
Social Development Bank (SDB)sdb.gov.sa

Providing accessible developmental financing and financial awareness to support families, promote self-employment, and enhance small business economic participation.

Banking 🇸🇦 Riyadh 2,057 1973
46
Fibabankafibabanka.com.tr

Innovative bank fostering diversity in financing, embracing fintech advancements, and empowering employees to shape the future of financial technologies

Banking 🇹🇷 Istanbul 1,996 n/a
47
FGBfgbgroup.com

Provides customized banking solutions through corporate, investment, and personal banking with a global network supporting business growth worldwide.

Banking 🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi 1,951 1979
48
Bank al Etihadbankaletihad.com

A Jordanian financial institution built on family values, dedicated to serving customers as their own and providing support whenever needed

Banking 🇯🇴 Amman 1,914 1978
49
Jordan Kuwait Bankjkb.com

A financial institution that upholds values, principles, and ethics in serving clients, shareholders, and the general public

Banking 🇯🇴 Amman 1,862 1976
50
Türkiye Emlak Katılım Bankasıemlakkatilim.com.tr

A participation bank supporting local production, social projects, and sustainable growth, while providing financial solutions for the real estate sector

Banking 🇹🇷 Istanbul 1,858 1926

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Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 13, 2026.

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