WhatsApp quoteEmirates NBD is the largest bank in Dubai and one of the biggest in the region, with a dedicated business banking arm for SMEs and free zone companies, and it is one of the banks GoldenKey regularly introduces new companies to. Emirates NBD suits well-documented trading, services and professional companies with a clear UAE presence, and its product range includes business current account, multi-currency account, corporate cards and trade finance. the Antwerp-Dubai diamond corridor is one of the world's most important, anchored by DMCC, which gives Belgian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Emirates NBD licence is issued. Day to day, payments between Belgium and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, euro (EUR) transfers settle quickly and UAE banks are familiar with Belgian business profiles.
Why Emirates NBD
In short, having a UAE residence visa and Emirates ID for at least one signatory makes an Emirates NBD application noticeably smoother. From day one, if Emirates NBD is not the right fit for your profile, we say so and introduce you to a bank that is, because a well-matched file is approved faster. Many Belgian business owners run Emirates NBD companies alongside an existing business in Belgium, using the UAE entity for international invoicing and regional sales.
How Emirates NBD works with GoldenKey
Step 1Profile review
GoldenKey studies your licence, activity, ownership and expected turnover to judge whether Emirates NBD is the right match before any form is filled.
Step 2Document pack
We compile the licence, memorandum, passport and visa copies, address proof, business profile and sample contracts in the layout Emirates NBD expects. Nothing is submitted for an Emirates NBD business account for Belgian owners until you have reviewed and approved it.
Step 3Introduction and meeting
GoldenKey introduces you to a business banking officer at Emirates NBD and joins the application meeting, in person or online.
Step 4Compliance and activation
After compliance review by Emirates NBD, any queries are answered with our help and the account is opened. For an Emirates NBD business account for Belgian owners, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Documents required
For an Emirates NBD business account for Belgian owners the issuing authority asks for the following papers, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A CV for each shareholder and the company's website or social links
- Personal or corporate bank statements for the last three to six months
- A bank statement from your Belgium bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Sample invoices, contracts or purchase orders where available
- Office tenancy contract or flexi-desk agreement
- Trade licence, certificate of incorporation and memorandum of association
Pricing
Pricing for an Emirates NBD business account for Belgian owners depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. From day one, the figures below for an Emirates NBD business account for Belgian owners are updated by GoldenKey whenever the licensing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
| 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 2026-10-07.
Why the UAE
The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for an Emirates NBD business account for Belgian owners. English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies an Emirates NBD business account for Belgian owners for international founders.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled an Emirates NBD business account for Belgian owners for traders, consultants, tech company owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for an Emirates NBD business account for Belgian owners happen the same day they are ready. Importantly, most of our Emirates NBD customers come to us through referrals from other founders, which is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing.
If you would like a written quotation for an Emirates NBD business account for Belgian owners, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Frequently asked questions
Can I open a Emirates NBD account without a UAE residence visa?
Day to day, some banks consider non-resident company accounts, but most prefer a resident signatory. GoldenKey in most cases processes your investor visa before the bank request for that reason.
How long does Emirates NBD take to open a business account?
On the ground, 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.
Can a free zone company open an account with Emirates NBD?
Yes. Emirates NBD accepts companies from the main free zones, subject to its review. A clear activity and a UAE-resident signatory help.
Do Belgians need a UAE visa before applying for Emirates NBD?
No — You can apply for the licence from Belgium with scanned paperwork, and the investor UAE residence visa is processed afterwards.
Can a Belgian citizen own 100% of a company in Emirates NBD?
Yes, it can. Belgians can own the full share capital of a Emirates NBD company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
