Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 17, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is Bank of Marin Bancorp (BMRC) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Bank of Marin Bancorp has involvement in prohibited business activities with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).
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HalalScreener rates Bank of Marin Bancorp (BMRC) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 17, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/BMRC
Business activity
Involved in prohibited business activities.
Company debt
Well clear of the limitHow much the company borrows, compared to its total value. AAOIFI allows up to 30%.
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard 21
What this means for you
Most scholars advise not holding BMRC
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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BMRC: Is Bank of Marin Bancorp Halal?
Bank of Marin Bancorp
$26.41
Market Cap: 427.7M
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About Bank of Marin Bancorp
Bank of Marin Bancorp functions as the parent organization for Bank of Marin, a financial institution delivering diverse services. It caters principally to small and mid-sized enterprises, independent professionals, non-profit groups, and private clientele across California. Deposit offerings include both personal and business checking and savings accounts, individual retirement accounts (IRAs), health savings accounts (HSAs), and specialized demand deposit marketplace accounts. Clients can also opt for time certificates of deposit (CDs), Certificate of Deposit Account Registry Service (CDARS), and Insured Cash Sweep (ICS) services. Its lending portfolio spans commercial real estate, commercial and industrial financing, and consumer loans, along with construction funding and home equity lines of credit. Beyond traditional banking, the bank provides business-focused solutions such as merchant and payroll services, comprehensive cash management, credit cards, and robust fraud detection tools. Digital conveniences include mobile and remote deposit capture, Automated Clearing House (ACH) transfers, wire services, and image lockbox functionality. Furthermore, the institution offers extensive wealth management and trust services, encompassing personalized investment portfolio management, financial planning, trust administration, estate settlement, custody services, and 401(k) plan administration. Customers also benefit from accessible ATMs and modern telephone and digital banking platforms. The bank maintains a physical network of twelve branch locations situated throughout Marin, southern Sonoma counties, and regions north of San Francisco, California, complemented by a dedicated loan production office within San Francisco. Founded in 1989, its corporate headquarters are based in Novato, California.
Sector: Financial Services · Industry: Banks - Regional
Why this does not pass
- Business activity: the company earns from an activity AAOIFI treats as prohibited.
- Interest-bearing deposits are over the 30% limit.
- Income from prohibited sources is over the 5% limit.
Screened under AAOIFI Standard 21. The exact figure behind this is part of Pro; the failing check and its limit are always free.
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Business Activity Screen
FailedChecks if the business is involved in prohibited activities (alcohol, gambling, pork, conventional banking, etc.)
- Prohibited industry: Banks - Regional
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard 21
Compliance History
Not Halal, unchanged since May 2026.
No status changes recorded since we began tracking.
Tracked since May 2026. Updates automatically on each re-screen.
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard No. 21 · For informational purposes only. Consult a qualified Islamic finance advisor before investing.
Disclaimer: This screening is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or religious advice. Compliance is evaluated using AAOIFI financial standards (debt, deposits, and prohibited income ratios) and publicly available data. Ethical, political, social, or environmental considerations are outside the scope of this screening. Individual scholars and methodologies may differ. Always consult a qualified Islamic finance advisor before making investment decisions.