WhatsApp quoteOn 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. A 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 has Serbian clients from Belgrade, Novi Sad and Niš, and our consultants understand the paperwork issued in Serbia and how to attest them for the UAE. For most clients, serbia and the UAE have strong investment ties, especially in agriculture, real estate and aviation, which gives Serbian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) licence is issued.
Why First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)
In our experience, having a UAE residence visa and Emirates ID for at least one signatory makes a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) application noticeably smoother. As a rule, fAB generally suits companies with substantial capital or an existing international banking relationship. Many Serbian founders run First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) companies alongside an existing business in Serbia, using the UAE entity for international invoicing and regional sales.
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. For a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) business account for Serbian owners, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 2Document pack
GoldenKey builds the complete document pack for First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB): corporate papers, signatory IDs, proof of address, profile and supporting invoices.
Step 3Introduction and meeting
Put simply, we arrange the meeting with a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) relationship manager and sit alongside you to answer compliance questions. For a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) business account for Serbian owners this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 4Compliance and activation
As a rule, 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, gather these paperwork and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) business account for Serbian owners.
- A police clearance certificate from Serbia if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A business profile describing products, customers, suppliers and countries of operation
- Sample invoices, contracts or purchase orders where available
- Educational certificates attested by the Serbia authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- Proof of residential address for each signatory
- Passport, visa and Emirates ID copies of all shareholders and signatories
Pricing
Importantly, pricing for a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) business account for Serbian owners depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. All prices for a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) business account for Serbian owners are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before a single dirham changes hands.
| 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 sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, so so many entrepreneurs choose it as a base for a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) business account for Serbian owners. Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) business account for Serbian owners a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) business account for Serbian owners for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. As we tell every client, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) business account for Serbian owners happen the same day they are ready. After your First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) licence is granted, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice.
As we tell every client, message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) business account for Serbian owners, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
Can a free zone company open an account with First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)?
Yes. First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) accepts companies from the main free zones, subject to its review. A clear activity and a UAE-resident signatory help.
How long does First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) take to open a business account?
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.
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 application elsewhere.
Can a Serbian citizen own 100% of a company in First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)?
Yes. Serbians can own the full share capital of a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Serbia and the UAE?
It can. The UAE and Serbia have a double taxation agreement, and a UAE tax residency certificate lets you claim treaty relief on qualifying income. GoldenKey can obtain the certificate once your company is established.
