Opening a bank account in Saudi Arabia on a work visit visa

Aahuss · 2019-11-23T08:15:12+01:00

Explore options for opening a bank account in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, while on a work visit visa, and learn about potential solutions in Bahrain.

Aahuss Member

Member since 23 November 2019

AahussMember23 November 2019 06:15:12

Hi Everyone,

I would like to open a bank account in KSA but since I don't have an Iqama ( I have a visit visa) I'm unable to do so. I read somewhere that I can open a bank account in Bahrain. Is that true?

XTang Bahrain/UAE/KSA Expert

Member since 22 April 2014

XTangBahrain/UAE/KSA Expert23 November 2019 11:13:08

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You cannot open a bank account in Saudi without an Iqama.

Also in Bahrain, nowadays, most banks require CPR (identity card for Bahrain citizens and residents) which you can't get without a residence visa there.

Only option is Dubai where they allow visit visa holders to open savings accounts i.e. without cheque book but with debit card and internet banking.聽 But you might need references from your current bank.