The commercial banks in Sudan operate under the supervision of the Central Bank of Sudan, which regulates monetary policy and ensures the stability of the financial system. Sudan’s banking landscape is dominated by Islamic finance, with most institutions offering Sharia-compliant services to individuals, businesses, and government sectors.
The Sudanese banking sector includes domestic and foreign-owned banks, as well as specialized institutions focusing on agriculture, trade, housing, and development. Below is the full list of licensed commercial banks in Sudan, as compiled by the Central Bank.
✅ List of Commercial Banks in Sudan
1. Al Jazeera Sudanese Jordanian Bank
A joint venture offering commercial and corporate banking with regional expertise.
2. Alkhaleej Bank
Provides personal and business banking services across Sudan with Islamic financial products.
3. Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank
A branch of the UAE-based Islamic banking giant, serving both retail and business clients.
4. Qatar Islamic Bank
Offers Sharia-compliant banking services including savings, financing, and trade.
5. National Bank of Egypt Khartoum
Part of the National Bank of Egypt Group, focusing on trade finance and regional banking ties.
6. Arab Sudanese Bank
A commercial bank offering personal loans, SME finance, and Islamic banking solutions.
7. Bank of Khartoum (BOK)
The largest and oldest bank in Sudan, known for its wide branch network and digital services.
8. National Bank of Abu Dhabi
Provides banking solutions for Sudanese clients involved in trade and regional investments.
9. Sudanese Islamic Bank
Offers fully Sharia-compliant financial services including investment and Murabaha financing.
10. Savings and Social Development Bank
Focused on microfinance, women empowerment, and poverty reduction through savings and credit.
11. Family Bank
A development-oriented bank that supports small businesses and community banking.
12. Alsalam Bank
Offers retail and corporate banking based on Islamic finance principles.
13. National Bank of Sudan
A major bank delivering traditional and Islamic banking services nationwide.
14. Export Development Bank
Specializes in financing Sudanese exports and facilitating foreign trade.
15. Capital Bank
Provides banking solutions for businesses, including working capital and investment loans.
16. Qatar National Bank
The Sudanese branch of QNB Group offers Islamic and conventional banking services.
17. Blue Nile Mashreq Bank
A regional bank supporting development and real estate financing in Sudan.
18. Balad Bank
Focuses on inclusive banking and supports underserved communities and rural areas.
19. Farmers Commercial Bank
Specializes in financing agriculture and agro-processing businesses.
20. El Nilein Bank
One of Sudan’s historic banks offering a wide range of commercial services.
21. Saudi Sudanese Bank
A bilateral bank strengthening financial ties between Saudi Arabia and Sudan.
22. Sudanese French Bank
Facilitates trade finance and investment projects between Sudan and Francophone countries.
23. Baraka Bank Sudan
Part of the international Al Baraka Group, delivering Islamic banking products.
24. Commercial Real Estate Bank
Specializes in financing housing projects, real estate development, and mortgages.
25. Nile Bank
Provides retail and SME-focused banking solutions across Sudan.
26. Ivory Bank
Originally based in South Sudan, with continued operations in Sudan’s commercial space.
27. Sudanese Egyptian Bank
Facilitates trade and investment between Sudan and Egypt.
28. Animal Resource Bank
Supports livestock farmers with credit and agricultural banking services.
29. Agricultural Bank of Sudan
A government institution that finances farming, irrigation, and food security projects.
30. Financial Investment Bank
Focused on investment banking, capital markets, and corporate finance.
31. Workers National Bank
Offers Sharia-compliant services tailored to employees and wage earners.
32. Byblos Bank Africa
Part of Lebanon’s Byblos Bank Group, providing corporate and international banking services.
33. Omdurman National Bank
A large local bank serving individuals, businesses, and institutions with Islamic financial services.
34. Industrial Development Bank of Sudan
Supports industrial and manufacturing sector projects with long-term financing.
35. Tadamon Islamic Bank
A leader in Islamic retail and business banking across major Sudanese cities.
36. Faisal Islamic Bank of Sudan
A pioneer in Islamic banking, offering services based on Mudarabah and Murabaha contracts.
