The banking sector in The Gambia is regulated by the Central Bank of The Gambia, ensuring financial stability, compliance, and innovation in service delivery. The licensed banks in The Gambia represent a diverse mix of local institutions, pan-African banking groups, and Islamic banks catering to the country’s evolving financial needs.
These banks in The Gambia offer a full range of services, from savings accounts and loans to trade finance and digital banking. Below is a complete list of operational commercial banks as officially recognized by the Central Bank.
Full List and Overview of Banks in The Gambia
- Access Bank (Gambia) Limited
A subsidiary of the Access Bank Group, providing personal, business, and trade finance solutions. - Agib Bank Gambia Limited
An Islamic bank offering Sharia-compliant financial products and services across the country. - Banque Sahélo-Saharienne pour l’Investissement et le Commerce (BSIC Gambia)
A regional bank focused on investment and commercial financing in West Africa. - Bloom Bank Africa (Gambia) Limited
A locally headquartered bank providing retail and corporate financial services. - Ecobank (Gambia) Limited
Part of the pan-African Ecobank Group, offering wide-reaching digital and commercial banking services. - First Bank Gambia Limited
A branch of First Bank of Nigeria, serving businesses and individuals with diverse banking products. - Guaranty Trust Bank (Gambia) Limited
Operates under the GTCO Group, known for strong digital banking platforms and customer service. - Mega Bank (Gambia) Limited
Formerly Keystone Bank, this is a state-owned bank focused on developmental finance and public sector banking. - Standard Chartered Bank (Gambia) Limited
A long-established international bank serving retail and corporate clients in The Gambia. - Trust Bank Limited
One of the leading indigenous banks in The Gambia, offering comprehensive banking solutions and strong local presence. - Vista Bank (Gambia) Limited
Part of Vista Bank Group, providing retail, SME, and corporate banking services. - Zenith Bank Gambia Limited
A subsidiary of Nigeria’s Zenith Bank Group, offering full-service banking with a strong focus on business clients.
