WhatsApp quoteA UAE business account is the step that turns your licence into a working company, and First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is a sound candidate for many of the companies we form. GoldenKey does not promise bank approvals, because only the bank's compliance team can grant them; what we do is prepare your First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) submission so thoroughly that there is little left to question. For most clients, real Estate Brokerage in First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) means brokering the sale and leasing of property on behalf of owners and buyers, and it is licensed as a commercial activity. As a rule, external approvals for real estate brokerage are: RERA (Dubai), DMT (Abu Dhabi) or the relevant emirate's land department.
Why First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)
FAB generally suits companies with substantial capital or an existing international banking relationship. Account opening at First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is a compliance process, not a sales process: the bank wants to understand who you are, what you sell, who pays you and where the money comes from. GoldenKey has licensed real estate brokerage in First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) for clients ranging from solo founders 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
We assess your business profile against First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)'s appetite — activity, nationalities, turnover — and confirm the fit first.
Step 2Document pack
We compile the licence, memorandum, passport and visa copies, address proof, business profile and sample contracts in the layout First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) expects. For a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for a real estate brokerage this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 3Introduction and meeting
To be clear, we introduce you to a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) business banking officer and sit with you for the submission meeting, in person or by video.
Step 4Compliance and activation
After compliance review by First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), any queries are answered with our help and the account is opened. Your portal shows the status of this step for a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for a real estate brokerage in real time.
Documents required
The document list for a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for a real estate brokerage is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- Passport, visa and Emirates ID copies of all shareholders and signatories
- Trade licence, certificate of incorporation and memorandum of association
- 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
- Office tenancy contract or flexi-desk agreement
- Sample invoices, contracts or purchase orders where available
Pricing
In our experience, all prices for a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for a real estate brokerage are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before a single dirham changes hands. Use the table below to compare packages for a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for a real estate brokerage; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
| 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
Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for a real estate brokerage a route to relocation as well as a business decision. The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for a real estate brokerage.
Why GoldenKey
As we tell every client, we will tell you plainly if First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is not the right choice for your plan and point you to a better option, even when that option costs less. As a rule, our quotations for a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for a real estate brokerage list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for a real estate brokerage, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
Prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account for a real estate brokerage.
Frequently asked questions
How long does First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) take to open a business account?
In our experience, 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 I open a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account without a UAE residence visa?
To be clear, some banks consider non-resident company accounts, but most prefer a resident signatory. GoldenKey usually processes your investor visa before the bank application for that reason.
What if First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) declines my application?
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 file elsewhere.
Is real estate brokerage allowed in First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)?
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) assesses real estate brokerage businesses on their documentation and trading pattern. {brand} prepares a profile that explains the activity clearly.
What approvals does real estate brokerage need?
Crucially, rERA (Dubai), DMT (Abu Dhabi) or the relevant emirate's land department. GoldenKey obtains these as part of the setup.
