By the end of 2025, all private sector companies in the UAE with 50 or more employees—including banks—must achieve an 8% Emiratization rate in skilled roles. This is part of the government’s phased Emiratization strategy that mandates
Banks in the UAE commonly Emiratize customer-facing and operational roles such as Tellers, Customer Service Representatives, Relationship Managers, and Operations Support staff. Recently, there’s been a shift toward upskilling Emiratis for more technical and strategic roles—Risk Analysts,
Emiratization in banking is vital for creating a sustainable, diversified economy. It strengthens national capacity, builds financial expertise within the local population, and aligns with the country’s socio-economic vision. For banks, Emiratization enhances customer trust, supports Arabic-language
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has intensified its support for Emiratization by not only setting targets but also providing a structural framework to help financial institutions meet them. The CBUAE is now actively collaborating with