Demerara Bank allowing customers to open accounts online 

In a move applauded across the financial sector, the Honourable Minister of Finance announced yesterday that on November 1 2025, customers will be able to open accounts online at four commercial banks.

At Demerara Bank Limited (DBL), we proudly welcome this initiative and reaffirm our commitment to advancing digital access and customer convenience through our enhanced online banking platform. With the Minister’s announcement, our commitment to providing hassle-free and secure banking experiences has been further strengthened.

Enhanced Online Banking – Convenient, Comprehensive, and Customer-Focused

While this new policy represents a welcome expansion of online banking across the sector, Demerara Bank is pleased to note that we already offer a comprehensive suite of online applications via our website (www.demerarabank.com), offering convenience for both individuals and businesses.

Accessible Online for Customer Convenience:
Persons or Entities can apply for any of the following facilities through our online platform:

• Savings Accounts
• Term Deposit Accounts
• Foreign Currency Accounts
• Registered Business Accounts and Company Accounts

In addition to opening accounts, customers can now seamlessly apply online for a comprehensive range of retail and business credit facilities, including:

• Housing Loans
• Automobile (Vehicle) Loans
• SME Loans
• Overdrafts
• Visa Credit Cards (available in all classes)

Beyond Core Banking Services Customers can also take advantage of a suite of additional services online, including:

• Applications for Personal and Corporate e-Banking
• Night Deposit Facility
• Safety Deposit Facility

All these services are conveniently listed under the “Accounts,” “Services,” “Credit Facilities,” and “Visa Credit Cards” sections on our website. By integrating these digital tools, Demerara Bank ensures that customers can open accounts, apply for loans, or request banking services anywhere, anytime, without the need to visit a branch.

Our e-Banking platform provides 24-hour access to monitor accounts, make transfers, and pay utility bills, empowering customers to manage their finances securely and efficiently.

For businesses and professionals, the ability to open company or registered business accounts online streamlines the onboarding process, improving turnaround time and reducing paperwork.

Experience the Future of Banking Today

We invite all customers to visit www.demerarabank.com to:

• Learn more about our savings, term deposit, chequing, and foreign-currency accounts.
• Apply online for housing, vehicle, SME, overdraft, and credit card facilities.
• Register for our e-Banking platform and experience true digital convenience.

At Demerara Bank, we fully support the Honourable Minister’s vision for a more digitally connected financial sector and are proud to be part of this national advancement. Our enhanced online services reflect this shared commitment delivering greater convenience, innovation, and trust to customers across Guyana today and into the future.

Demerara Bank looks forward to continuing its journey of digital excellence, empowering individuals and businesses across Guyana to bank smarter, faster, and more securely (Press release)