Request for a Bank Account Chequebook in the UAE

A chequebook is a small book of pre-printed paper leaves to help account holders pay for the required products and services. The chequebook leaves are printed with account holders’ details like their name, address, bank account number and other identification information. 

With the increasing use of online and mobile banking services, chequebooks have become obsolete, but some people still believe in paying with cheques as they act as a bill of exchange. Each chequebook comes with limited paper instruments. 

Most banks in the UAE provide a first free chequebook for the new account holders. The account holders need to place an official banking request in case they need another one. Keep reading to know the process of placing a request for a new chequebook.

Ways to Request a Bank Account Chequebook in the UAE

Here are the simple ways of requesting a bank account chequebook in the UAE.

1. Online Banking

Here are a few simple steps to follow when ordering a bank account chequebook in the UAE.

• Login to Internet Banking: First, you need to log in to the internet banking portal of your bank using the provided banking credentials. 
• Create a Service Request: Next, you need to go to the ‘Service Request’ section and raise a request for a new chequebook by providing the required details. 
• Wait for the Chequebook: After raising the request on the portal, it takes around three working days for the chequebook to be delivered to your doorstep. 

2. Mobile Banking

Here are a few simple steps to follow when ordering a bank account chequebook using mobile banking services. 

• Login to Mobile App: First, you need to log in to your mobile banking application using the provided banking credentials. 
• Create a Request: In the ‘Service Request’ section, you can raise a request for a new chequebook. Make sure you provide all the required details correctly. 
• Wait for the Chequebook: Once you have raised the request, it may take around three working days for the bank to deliver the chequebook to your doorstep. The delivery timeline may be different for all the banks in the UAE. 

3. Customer Helpline

You can contact your bank by calling the helpline number and place a request for a new bank account chequebook. All you need to do is verify your identity and provide the required details like name, bank account number, address, etc. The verification process may vary from bank to bank.

4. Bank’s Branch

You can also visit the nearest branch of the concerned bank and create an offline written service request for a new bank account chequebook. You may need to provide some documents like Emirates ID, address proof, etc. at the branch.

5. Bank’s ATM

Some banks in the UAE also allow account holders to place a chequebook request at their bank’s ATMs. You can also check with your bank and do the same.

How to Check Your Bank Account Chequebook Delivery Status?

Banks in the UAE send you an SMS notification as soon as they dispatch your bank account chequebook. The SMS contains the expected delivery date. By checking that message, you will come to know when you will be receiving your new chequebook.

You can also call the bank’s customer care number to know the delivery status of your chequebook in case of any delay.