First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) suits established companies and groups with higher turnover and international operations, and its product range includes corporate accounts, trade finance, treasury services and cash management. On the ground, first Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is the largest bank in the UAE by assets, with international reach and corporate-grade services for larger or well-capitalised businesses, and it is one of the banks GoldenKey regularly introduces new companies to. In our experience, typical examples of this activity include SaaS platform, mobile app studio, IT outsourcing and cybersecurity consulting, which can generally sit together on one First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) licence. IT & Software in First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) means software development, SaaS, app development, IT consulting and managed services, and it is licensed as a professional activity.
Why First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is known for international correspondent network, strong corporate banking, global trade finance and premium relationship management, and that is why we shortlist it for companies with that profile. To be clear, fAB generally suits companies with substantial capital or an existing international banking relationship. GoldenKey has licensed it & software in First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) for clients ranging from solo entrepreneurs to groups opening a regional branch, so we know which sub-activities to list.
How First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) works with GoldenKey
Step 1Profile review
GoldenKey studies your licence, activity, ownership and expected turnover to judge whether First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is the right match before any form is filled. Your portal shows the status of this step for a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for an IT and software company in real time.
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
GoldenKey introduces you to a business banking officer at First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) and joins the file meeting, in person or online. For a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for an IT and software company, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 4Compliance and activation
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)'s compliance team reviews the file, raises any follow-up questions (which we help answer) and activates the account on approval.
Documents required
As a rule, for a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for an IT and software company the registrar asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- Sample invoices, contracts or purchase orders where available
- Office tenancy contract or flexi-desk agreement
- A business profile describing products, customers, suppliers and countries of operation
- Proof of residential address for each signatory
- 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
Pricing
Importantly, use the table below to compare packages for a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for an IT and software company; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. Importantly, pricing for a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for an IT and software company 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
Crucially, the UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many founders choose it as a base for a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for an IT and software company. Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for an IT and software company a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
We speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for an IT and software company. In our experience, every First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) package we quote already includes the licence, registration, the establishment card where applicable and our full assistance, with no hidden add-ons at the end. GoldenKey's consultants have handled a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for an IT and software company for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly.
If you would like a written quotation for a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for an IT and software company, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Frequently asked questions
Is a minimum balance required at First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)?
In practice, most UAE banks apply a minimum average balance or a monthly fee below it. GoldenKey confirms the current First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) terms for your package before you apply.
What if First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) declines my application?
Just as important, we ask for the reason, address it if possible and apply to a better-matched bank. A decline at one bank does not affect your submission elsewhere.
How long does First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) take to open a business account?
To be clear, 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 it & software allowed in First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)?
To be clear, first Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) assesses it & software businesses on their documentation and trading pattern. {brand} prepares a profile that explains the activity clearly.
Which licence type covers it & software?
IT & Software is classified as a professional activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.


