Saudi regulator issues licensing guidelines for digital-only banks | ZAWYA MENA Edition:
The Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority (SAMA) has issued additional licensing guidelines for digital-only banks in the kingdom, the regulator said on twitter.
Conditions for the digital-only bank include that it should be set up as a locally incorporated joint-stock company and maintain a physical presence in Saudi Arabia. The promoter should also have experience and knowledge in the financial industry and technology-related expertise.
While it is not expected to establish physical branches, the regulator may require setting up costumer service centers in some exceptional cases.
Other requirements include a clearly articulated business plan that covers the IT infrastructure, the financial projections, the target segment, and the proposed products and services.
These guidelines must be considered as additional conditions to be met along with the licensing guidelines for conventional banks, SAMA said in the detailed report on the licensing criteria for digital-only banks.
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