Al Ghina Current Plus -GCP
A Sharia-compliant investment account managed under the *Mudaraba* principle, combining the flexibility of a current account with the monthly returns of a savings account.
- Interest rate (Tiered)
- 4.5% – 15%
- Min. opening deposit
- EGP 250K
- Monthly fee
- EGP 0
Returns
- Interest type
- Tiered
- Base rate
- 4.5%
- Max rate
- 15%
- Payout
- Compounded monthly
- EGP 250,000 – EGP 499,9994.5%
- EGP 500,000 – EGP 999,9994.75%
- EGP 1,000,000 – EGP 1,999,9996.5%
- EGP 2,000,000 – EGP 4,999,99910.25%
- EGP 5,000,000 – EGP 19,999,99912%
- ≥ EGP 20,000,00015%
Balance & withdrawals
- Min opening deposit
- EGP 250,000
- Min balance for interest
- EGP 250,000
- Max withdrawals/mo
- 100000
- Overdraft allowed
- No
Fees
- Opening fee
- EGP 150
- Monthly fee
- EGP 0
- Quarterly fee
- EGP 30
- Below-minimum fee
- EGP 150
Features & requirements
- Debit card
- Yes
- Online banking
- Yes
- Mobile banking
- Yes
- Joint account
- Yes
- Minor account
- No
- For women
- No
- For pensioners
- No
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Our take
Pros
- Compliant with the provisions of Islamic Sharia
- Tiered competitive return: Offers projected monthly earnings that increase as the account balance rises.
- Option to issue a checkbook and debit card: The current account offers flexibility for quick transactions, withdrawals, and daily dealings.
- Digital Services: Easy account management via online banking and the smartphone app, along with access to an ATM network.
Cons
- Opening the account and calculating the return requires a high minimum amount, typically starting at 250,000 pounds.
- The return is typically calculated based on the lowest balance during the month, meaning that a withdrawal during the month may reduce the accrued return.
- The return is projected, not fixed via a pre-determined Murabaha.
Our take
If you have a balance exceeding EGP 250,000 and require the flexibility of current account transactions (such as checks and withdrawals) alongside monthly, Sharia-compliant investment returns, this account is an excellent choice. However, if your balance is lower, or if you seek a higher return that is not tied to a minimum monthly balance requirement, it is better to consider other savings vehicles, such as certificates of deposit or *Sukuk*. This is a Sharia-compliant investment account managed under the *Mudaraba* principle; it combines the flexibility of a current account with the monthly returns of a savings account. It is ideal for individuals with medium-to-large capital who desire current account flexibility while benefiting from a rewarding, Sharia-compliant monthly return. Conversely, if your goal is to save smaller amounts or earn a daily return on every deposited pound, other options—such as the "365-Day Account," certificates, or *Sukuk*—might be more suitable.
A Sharia-compliant investment account managed under the *Mudaraba* principle, combining the flexibility of a current account with the monthly returns of a savings account.
Compare
| Al Ghina Current Plus -GCP Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank Egypt This one | Free Investment Faisal Islamic Bank-Egypt | Al Hassad Account Kuwait Finance House Egypt | Al Ghina Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank Egypt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interest rate (Tiered) | |||
| 4.5% – 15% | 4.8% Interest rate | 5% Interest rate | 5% – 16.5% |
| Min. opening deposit | |||
| EGP 250K | EGP 5,000 | EGP 5,000 | EGP 250K |
| Monthly fee | |||
| EGP 0 | EGP 0 | EGP 0 | EGP 30 |
Added Thursday 20 August 2026 - 10:51 AM Updated Saturday 31 October 2026 - 01:03 AM