Expanding Beyond Bahrain BisB Launches Digital Account Opening for GCC Customers

11-December-2024

Bahrain Islamic Bank (BisB), the leading provider of innovative Islamic financial solutions for simplifying money matters in the Kingdom of Bahrain, has announced the launch of a new feature within the BisB Mobile App that allows customers Holding the Nationality of any of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries to open accounts remotely.

With this Digital onboarding experience, clients across the GCC can conveniently open a range of accounts at BisB, including Tejoori Al Islami, Saving Accounts, Current Accounts (without a cheque book), and Investment Deposits. In addition, users can apply for both debit and prepaid cards directly from within the App, without the need for physical branch visits.

Ms. Fatema AlAlawi, Acting Chief Executive Officer at BisB said, “We are pleased to introduce the Digital account opening service for our clientele in the GCC. This launch demonstrates our continued efforts towards enhancing the accessibility of our services and empowering customers across the region with a modern, hassle-free banking experience. We look forward to expanding our reach and setting new standards for Islamic digital banking with innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of users beyond Bahrain.”

The new service aligns with BisB’s commitment to ensure seamless banking through its award-winning digital-first approach.   This initiative is part of a broader strategy to attract more customers from the GCC region, leveraging Bahrain's position as a financial hub.

BisB encourages potential customers to explore the benefits of the new offering and open accounts at one of the Kingdom’s leading Islamic banks from the comfort of their homes. The initiative supports BisB’s strategy of fostering deeper client engagement by curating digital experiences that make banking more accessible.

For more details, please visit BisB’s website at https://ebisb.com, call the contact centre at 17515151, follow the Bank’s official Instagram page @bahrainislamicbank, or download the BisB Mobile App from the App Store or Google Play Store.