Who We Are

At Bank Islam, we are driven by our purpose to create opportunities and make lives better for everyone. We do this by offering end-to-end financial solutions that fulfil the diverse needs of our customers, as well as providing the platform for our stakeholders, including our people, investors and communities, to prosper.

As the leading and pioneering Islamic bank in Malaysia, we are bringing a unique perspective to the financial landscape, with a commitment to nurture responsible growth and progress. Using our capability, expertise and experience, we help those we serve to achieve success and ultimately, build a sustainable future for all living beings on this planet.



Pioneering Legacy

Bank Islam is the pioneer of Islamic banking in Malaysia, and has played a major role in the development and growth of the nation’s Islamic financial industry. Our existence today is geared towards meeting society’s financial needs in the most sustainable and ethical manner possible, staying anchored on the Shariah rules and principles.


Promote Business Growth

To generate sustainable business growth that simultaneously support the socio-economic progress of the local communities, competitiveness of enterprises and marketplace, and wellbeing of individuals and society.


Develop Sustainable Values

To develop and inculcate values that promote sustainability, integrity, responsibility and ethics, and generate positive economic, social and environmental outcomes for our stakeholders.


Advance the Islamic Financial Industry

To contribute to a hub of expertise and knowledge that uplift our nation’s standing as a vibrant international Islamic financial hub.




Over 35 Years of Service

1 July 1983 is a date of historic significance. It was when Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad or Bank Islam, in short, was officially established. The day marked the beginning of Islamic banking not just in Malaysia but also within the ASEAN region.

OUR HISTORY