Dutch-Bangla Bank Limited

Registered Name: Dutch-Bangla Bank Limited
Legal Status: Public Limited Company
Established: 1995
Category: Commercial Bank
Origin: Local Bank (Joint Venture)

Overview

Dutch-Bangla Bank Limited (DBBL) is one of Bangladesh’s leading private commercial banks. It was founded as a joint venture between Bangladeshi shareholders, led by M Sahabuddin Ahmed, and the Dutch development finance company FMO. Since its inception in 1995, DBBL has played a pioneering role in modernizing the country’s banking sector, introducing technology-driven services and expanding financial inclusion across urban and rural Bangladesh.

Services Offered

• Personal Banking – Savings, current accounts, debit/credit cards, loans, and more.

• Corporate Banking – Tailored solutions for businesses, trade financing, and investment services.

• Deposits & Advances – Wide range of deposit schemes and credit facilities.

• SME Banking – Financial support and advisory for small and medium enterprises.

• Agent Banking – Extending banking services to rural and underserved areas.

• Remittance Services – Secure inward and outward remittance solutions.

• Internet Banking – 24/7 online account management and transactions.

• NexusPay – A digital mobile wallet app enabling seamless payments.

• Rocket – One of Bangladesh’s first and most widely used mobile banking services.

Significance

DBBL is widely recognized for its contribution to financial inclusion and digital transformation in Bangladesh’s banking industry. With services like Rocket Mobile Banking and NexusPay, DBBL has reached millions of customers nationwide, ensuring accessibility and convenience in financial services.