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Abu DhabiFinancial FreezoneTurnaround: 4–6 Weeks

Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM)

An award-winning international financial centre situated on Al Maryah and Al Reem Islands in Abu Dhabi. Regulated directly under English Common Law with its own courts and financial services regulator (FSRA).

Foreign Ownership100% Foreign Ownership (English Common Law)
Corporate Tax Status0% Corporate Tax for Qualifying SPVs/Funds
Designated VAT ZoneStandard Non-Designated
Dual License CompatibleYes (Mainland Selling)
Available Formation Tiers

Standardized Package Selector & TCO Breakdown

Review transparent Year-1 expenditures with zero hidden administrative fees.

Tier Overview:

Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV)

Holding companies, asset protection, and venture financing vehicles

Guaranteed Inclusions:

  • Common Law SPV Legal Structure
  • Direct holding of UAE mainland & foreign assets
  • Bankruptcy remote corporate structure
Year-1 Total Cost of Ownership
AED 13,500
Renewal Estimate: AED 13,500/yr
Base License Fee:AED 13,500
Workplace Allocation:Included
Visa Quota:0 Visa
Immigration & Gov Fees:Included
Net Year-1 Investment:AED 13,500
Pre-Incorporation Verification

Verify Your Business Activity for ADGM

Enter your planned business activity or industry to check immediate eligibility, workplace prerequisites, and whether secondary approvals (MoIAT, MOHAP, DNFBP, SIRA) apply.

External Regulatory Clearances & Co-Dependencies

Depending on your selected activity codes under ADGM, you may require clearances from external federal and emirate authorities:

MoIAT Registration

Mandatory for industrial manufacturing, unlocking customs exemptions and Made in Emirates benefits.

Civil Defense Safety

Mandatory for physical storage warehouses, chemical operations, and factory fit-outs.

DNFBP & AML Compliance

Required for precious metals, gemstones, real estate brokers, and corporate service providers.