Contagion – As we know it: Financial services in Bahrain

Contagion – As we know it: Financial services in Bahrain

Ithmaar Bank is allowing only a limited number of customers in its branches, and has completely stopped receiving customers in its Seef Head Office.. Standard Chartered Bank limited working hours from 8 am to 2 pm, while the Bank of Bahrain and Kuwait (BBK) reminded customers to take their banking online, through the bank's mobile banking app.. While all its services are available online for customers, Bank Ila, Bahrain's first fully digital online bank also implemented a remote working policy for its employees.. While most branches remain open, all the banks in Bahrain have strengthened their online banking platforms, and are urging customers to choose digital banking over traditional banking channels..