UAE Freezone · Al Maryah Island & Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi
ADGM Company Setup
English Common Law in the UAE capital.
Financial services, fintech & SPV structuresAsk about ADGM →
Common LawEnglish legal system
Abu DhabiUAE capital
RegLabFinTech sandbox
FSRARegulated
What makes ADGM special
Built for financial services, fintech & spv structures
ADGM is the UAE capital's international financial centre, and the only regional jurisdiction that applies English Common Law directly — with independent registration, FSRA regulation and its own courts. It offers global institutional credibility on par with DIFC, Singapore and London.
Typical setup2–4 weeks
Key advantages
- ✓English Common Law applied directly — unique in the region
- ✓International financial centre credibility (peer to DIFC, Singapore)
- ✓FSRA regulation recognized globally as robust and innovation-friendly
- ✓RegLab sandbox to test financial products in a controlled setting
- ✓SPV and Foundation structures for asset protection & funds
- ✓Strategic proximity to Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth
- ✓Dual license option to operate on the Abu Dhabi mainland
Is ADGM right for you?
Who Should — and Shouldn't — Choose ADGM
Best for
- ✓Financial services — banks, asset & wealth managers
- ✓Fintech and crypto businesses wanting a global regulator
- ✓Fund managers, private equity and venture capital
- ✓Holding companies and SPVs for asset structuring
- ✓AI and tech companies seeking a capital-city ecosystem
Who should not choose ADGM
- ✗Simple trading or consulting where the overhead isn't justified
- ✗Companies focused on Dubai's mainland market
- ✗Budget-sensitive startups (costs are among the highest)
- ✗Businesses that don't need financial regulatory oversight
Setup Process
Our 8-Step Process for ADGM
1Free consultation & freezone match to your business model
2Activity selection and trade name reservation
3Application submitted directly into the freezone portal
4Initial approval and document collection
5License issuance
6Establishment card and visa allocation
7Medical, Emirates ID and residence visa
8Corporate bank account introduction
Start Your ADGM Company
A named advisor will guide you end to end — license, visas, and bank account. WhatsApp us for a fast answer.
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