CIBAFI — The Global Umbrella for Islamic Finance
The General Council for Islamic Banks and Financial Institutions (CIBAFI) is the global umbrella body for the Islamic financial services industry, affiliated with the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). Established in 2001 and headquartered in Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain, CIBAFI represents more than 140 member institutions across over 30 jurisdictions on five continents.
CIBAFI advances the Islamic finance industry through four strategic pillars: policy advocacy and regulatory engagement, applied research and publications, professional training and certification, and awareness and information sharing. Its flagship outputs include the Global Islamic Bankers' Survey, industry reports, standards, policy briefings and submissions, and the annual CIBAFI Global Forum.
Explore CIBAFI
- About CIBAFI — mission, mandate and history
- Governance — board, secretariat and committees
- Strategic Plan 2026–2029
- Membership — categories, benefits and how to join
- Our Members — 140+ institutions across 30+ countries
- Research Hub — publications, reports and briefings
- Events — forums, webinars and conferences
- CIBAFI Academy — training and certification
- Contact — Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain
As the voice of the Islamic financial services industry, CIBAFI supports Islamic banks and financial institutions in strengthening the industry's stability, growth, transparency and global positioning. Through advocacy, research, standards and human-capital development, the Council fosters cooperation among its members and promotes sound, Shariah-compliant finance worldwide.
Membership is open to Islamic banks, financial institutions, regulators and international organisations. Members gain access to exclusive research and industry data, professional development and certification through the CIBAFI Academy, participation in working groups and technical committees, and a global network spanning the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Europe and beyond.
Contact CIBAFI at Jeera Tower III, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain, +973 1735 7300, or via our contact page. This website is available in English and Arabic (العربية).