WhatsApp quoteCommercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) is a Dubai bank with a strong trade and SME focus and a reputation for reliable relationship management, and it is one of the banks GoldenKey regularly introduces new companies to. GoldenKey does not promise bank approvals, because only the bank's compliance team can grant them; what we do is prepare your Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) application so thoroughly that there is little left to question. GoldenKey has Greek clients from Athens, Thessaloniki and Piraeus, and our consultants understand the papers granted in Greece and how to attest them for the UAE. In practice, for Greek founders, the UAE is around 4.5 hours from Athens, the UAE is 1 to 2 hours ahead of Greece, and English is the business language.
Why Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)
Importantly, if Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) is not the right fit for your profile, we say so and introduce you to a bank that is, because a well-matched request is approved faster. On the ground, commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) is known for trade finance expertise, SME relationship managers, competitive pricing and digital onboarding for some segments, and for that reason we shortlist it for companies with that profile. For Greeks, the practical advantages of Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) are the ease of travel between Greece and the UAE, English is the business language, and a banking system that processes euro (EUR) transfers daily.
How Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) works with GoldenKey
Step 1Profile review
We assess your business profile against Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)'s appetite — activity, nationalities, turnover — and confirm the fit first. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to a Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) business account for Greek owners.
Step 2Document pack
GoldenKey assembles the trade licence, memorandum, passport and visa copies, proof of address, business profile and supporting invoices or contracts.
Step 3Introduction and meeting
We introduce you to a Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) business banking officer and sit with you for the request meeting, in person or by video. For a Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) business account for Greek owners, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 4Compliance and activation
Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)'s compliance team reviews the file, raises any follow-up questions (which we help answer) and activates the account on approval.
Documents required
The document list for a Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) business account for Greek owners is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- A police clearance certificate from Greece if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- Personal or corporate bank statements for the last three to six months
- A CV for each shareholder and the company's website or social links
- A passport issued by Greece with at least six months' validity
- Office tenancy contract or flexi-desk agreement
- Sample invoices, contracts or purchase orders where available
Pricing
The figures below for a Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) business account for Greek owners are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Pricing for a Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) business account for Greek owners depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
| GoldenKey service fee | AED 1,500 |
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Introduction, document preparation and coordination with bank relationship manager
Request this servicePrices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-06.
Why the UAE
Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of a Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) business account for Greek owners predictable. The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for a Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) business account for Greek owners.
Why GoldenKey
Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for a Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) business account for Greek owners happen the same day they are ready. GoldenKey's consultants have handled a Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) business account for Greek owners for traders, consultants, tech company owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves fast. In short, we will tell you plainly if Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) is not the right choice for your plan and point you to a better option, even when that option costs less.
Ready to start? Send us a WhatsApp message with your nationality, the activity you have in mind and the number of visas you need, and we will reply shortly with a written quotation for a Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) business account for Greek owners.
Frequently asked questions
Can I open a Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) account without a UAE residence visa?
Some banks consider non-resident company accounts, but most prefer a resident signatory. GoldenKey generally processes your investor visa before the bank submission for that reason.
How long does Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) take to open a business account?
As we tell every client, timelines vary with the bank's workload and the complexity of your profile. Simple service companies with a resident signatory are generally faster; trading companies with many countries of operation take longer.
Is a minimum balance required at Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)?
Most UAE banks apply a minimum average balance or a monthly fee below it. GoldenKey confirms the current Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) terms for your package before you apply.
Do Greeks need a UAE visa before applying for Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)?
No. You can apply for the licence from Greece with scanned documents, and the investor UAE residence visa is processed afterwards.
Can a Greek citizen own 100% of a company in Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)?
Yes. Greeks can own the full share capital of a Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
