Establish your Presence in the UAE's Premier Financial Free Zones
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) the UAE's two most prestigious financial free zones.
DIFC & ADGM — Why They Matter
Two world class financial free zones. Two distinct regulatory frameworks. One trusted partner to navigate both.
DUBAI INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL CENTRE
DIFC
The Middle East, Africa, and South Asia's leading financial hub home to over 5,000 registered companies and operating under its own independent legal and regulatory framework governed by the DFSA.
Independent common law jurisdiction
Regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA)
0% tax on income and profits
100% foreign ownership
Full repatriation ofcapital and profits
World class infrastructure and ecosystem
ABU DHABI GLOBAL MARKЕT
ADGM
Abu Dhabi's international financial centre а rapidly growing hub for financial services, FinTech, and professional services, regulated by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA).
English common law framework
Regulated by the FSRA
0% corporate and personal tax
100% foreign ownership
Strong FinTech and innovation ecosystem
Direct access to Abu Dhabi's capital base
Regulated & Non-Regulated Entities
Whether you require a regulated licence or a non-regulated presence, we guide you through every structure available in DIFC and ADGM.
Regulated Entities - DIFC
Authorised and licensed by the DFSA to conduct financial services activities including banking, asset management, insurance, and capital markets.
Non-Regulated Entities - DIFC
Operating companies, holding structures, family offices, and professional services firms that do not require a DFSA financial services licence.
Regulated Entities - ADGM
Authorised by the FSRA to conduct regulated financial activities including FinTech, investment management, and digital asset services.
Non-Regulated Entities - ADGM
Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), holding companies, and professional service entities operating within ADGM without a financial services licence.
Our Setup & Advisory Services
From initial scoping to full operational readiness and the ongoing business advice to help you grow.
Free Zone Selection Advisory
We assess your business model, regulatory requirements, and strategic objectives to recommend the right free zone and entity structure for you.
Licence Application & Approval
End-to-end management of your licence application preparing documentation, liaising with the DFSA or FSRA, and managing the approval process.
Regulatory Compliance Setup
Compliance framework design, policy and procedure development, AML/KYC programme setup, and appointment of Compliance Officers.
Corporate Governance
Board structure, governance frameworks, shareholder agreements, and the appointment of Authorised Individuals and Responsible Officers.
Banking & Operational Setup
Business bank account opening, office setup, technology infrastructure, and connections to the local professional service ecosystem.
Ongoing Business Advisory
Post setup advisory on corporate strategy, operations, finance, technology, and growth ensuring your entity performs and scales effectively.
Our Setup Process
A structured, end-to-end process from initial consultation to full operational readiness.
Initial Consultation
We understand your business model, target activities, ownership structure, and regulatory requirements to define the right setup path.
Structure & Zone Selection
We advise on DIFC vs ADGM, regulated vs nonregulated, and the optimal legal entity structure for your specific situation.
Application Preparation
We prepare all required documentation business plans, regulatory applications, compliance frameworks,and supporting materials.
Regulatory Liaison
We manage all interactions with the DFSA, FSRA, and relevant free zone authorities handling queries and steering approval.
Operational Readiness
Bank accounts, office setup, governance frameworks, compliance programmes, and team onboarding ready to operate from day one.
Ongoing Advisory
Post launch business advisory, regulatory monitoring, and strategic support to help your entity grow and remain compliant.
Our Unique Advantage
Former DIFC Authority Experience
Our founder worked within the DIFC Authority's Banks & Capital Markets division giving us first hand knowledge of the regulatory process that few advisors can match.
End-to-end Ownership
We manage the entire setup process from initial scoping through to operational launchso you never have to coordinate multiple advisors.
Regulated & Non-regulated Expertise
Whether you need a full DFSA or FSRA licence or a simpler non-regulated structure, we have the knowledge to guide you through both.
Senior Specialists Only
Every engagement is led by a consultant with 10+ years of relevant regulatory, banking, or financial services experience.
Beyond Setup Strategic Advisory
We don't stop at incorporation. Our ongoing business advisory helps your entity operate, grow, and succeed in the long term.
Our Clients
Banks & Financial
Institutions
Establishing regulated branches and subsidiaries in DIFC or ADGM.
FinTech Companies
Obtaining FinTech licences and innovation sandbox approvals in ADGM.
Asset & Wealth Managers
Setting up regulated investment management and advisory firms
Family Offices
Establishing private family office structures with appropriate governance frameworks.
International Businesses
Global firms entering the MENA market through a DIFC or ADGM holding structure.
Start Ups & Scale Ups
Early stage financial services businesses seeking a credible, regulated home base in the UAE.