What did Binance announce in the UAE?

Binance launched a regulated UAE dirham on and off-ramp service that allows users to move money directly between local bank accounts and cryptocurrency markets. The service is integrated with Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB).

Why is Binance's UAE dirham gateway important?

The launch simplifies the process of converting UAE dirhams into cryptocurrency and back again. It removes the need for foreign currency conversions and provides a regulated route for accessing digital assets.

How does the Binance and ADCB integration work?

Users can transfer dirhams directly between their ADCB-linked bank accounts and Binance accounts. Deposits are processed with zero fees, while withdrawals are available at low transaction costs through the regulated banking system.

What are the transaction limits for Binance's dirham service?

According to Binance, users can deposit as little as Dh10 and up to Dh7.2 million per day. The same daily maximum applies to withdrawals, making the service accessible to both retail and larger investors.

How quickly can users move funds between crypto and fiat?

Binance said transactions are processed within the same business day. Faster settlement can make it easier for users to react to market movements and manage liquidity.

What does the UAE Client Money Account framework mean for users?

The framework is designed to protect customer funds through regulated safeguards and oversight. Binance said the structure provides institutional-grade controls aimed at improving trust and security.

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Binance launches regulated UAE dirham gateway

Written by Isaac FrancisPublished Jun 12, 2026, 8:08 AM

Binance has launched a fully regulated dirham on and off-ramp solution in the United Arab Emirates, allowing users to move funds directly between local bank accounts and cryptocurrency markets.

The service integrates with Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank and enables Binance users to deposit dirhams with zero fees, subject to a minimum transaction of Dh10 and a daily maximum of Dh7.2 million.

“At its core, this is about trust meeting usability,”

Said Binance head of Middle East, North Africa and Turkey and senior executive officer Abu Dhabi Tarik Erk.

Users can transfer funds between fiat and crypto within the same business day while avoiding foreign exchange conversion costs through transactions conducted entirely in UAE dirhams.

The launch operates under the UAE’s Client Money Account framework, which Binance said provides institutional-grade protections and regulatory safeguards for customer funds.

Binance said the service is designed to lower barriers for first-time crypto users while improving efficiency for existing customers managing both traditional and digital assets.

The development marks another step in the UAE’s efforts to establish itself as a global centre for regulated digital asset activity, with direct bank integration and local currency support helping bridge traditional finance and cryptocurrency markets.