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AlRayan Bank is the UK’s largest and most successful Sharia compliant bank. 

About AlRayan Bank

AlRayan Bank is the United Kingdom’s oldest, largest, and most successful Sharia-compliant bank. Al Rayan Bank UK focuses on Structured Real Estate and Premier Banking, and also offers savings accounts through its Digital Banking platform.

The Bank was the first Islamic bank in the UK to receive a public rating, and has an Aa3(cr) rating from Moody's Investors Service (Moody’s), one of the leading global ratings agencies.

Al Rayan Bank is the UK subsidiary of AlRayan Bank Group (formerly Masraf Al Rayan or MAR) a Qatar-based Islamic bank providing banking, financial, investment and brokerage services across Qatar. AlRayan Bank Group was incorporated in January 2006 and is licensed by Qatar Central Bank. AlRayan Bank Group is one of the largest banks in Qatar.

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About AlRayan Bank

AlRayan Bank is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Our firm reference number is 229148.

AlRayan Bank is incorporated and registered in England and Wales with Registration No. 4483430. Registered Office: 4 Stratford Place, London, England, W1C 1AT.

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Awards and accolades

With more than 50 major accolades since 2016, AlRayan Bank – the UK’s most succesful Sharia compliant bank - has pioneered ethical banking in the UK.

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AlRayan Bank Gala Dinner 2023

In March 2023, the incredible team at AlRayan Bank came together to celebrate an extraordinary year of achievements. With excitement, they gathered to honour the dedication and accomplishments of their remarkable colleagues.

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Head Office official opening

In July 2023, AlRayan Bank invited key clients, board members from Qatar and the UK, colleagues, and VIPs to celebrate the official opening of its new 10,000sq feet Grade-A head office in London. 

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We're carbon neutral - again

AlRayan Bank UK has achieved carbon neutrality for the third consecutive year.

Our commitment to sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint remains stronger than ever. 

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    Latest news

    Read AlRayan Bank's latest news and blogs.

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    AlRayan Bank Group

    Find out more about AlRayan Bank's parent.

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    Values and heritage

    Learn about the Bank's values and its history

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    Ethical banking

    Why is Islamic banking considered ethical?

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