Abu Dhabi Financial Free Zone

ADGM — For Funds,
Fintech & Holding Companies

Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) is the UAE’s premier international financial centre — an English common-law jurisdiction built for holding companies, funds, fintech and wealth management structures.

License from AED 25,000
Visas up to 6
Setup 7–10 days
ADGM at a glance
Financial
LocationAl Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi
License typesFinancial · Holding · Fintech
Best forFunds, fintech & holdings
Founder rating★★★★★ 4.9
100% Ownership
Limited offerFree structuring consultation when you set up an ADGM holding company this month.Claim offer
About ADGM

A common-law jurisdiction for serious capital

ADGM (Abu Dhabi Global Market) is a financial free zone built on English common law, giving it a level of legal familiarity that international investors, funds and fintechs trust. It’s the jurisdiction of choice for holding companies, asset managers and regulated financial businesses across the region.

ADGM structures come with 100% foreign ownership, zero personal income tax, and access to a well-regulated, internationally-recognised legal framework — ideal if you’re raising capital, managing family wealth, or building a regulated fintech product. We coordinate with ADGM’s regulator and registrar on your behalf.

English common-law framework
Zero income tax
Recognised globally by investors
Quick facts
License costFrom AED 25,000
Setup time7–10 days
Visa quotaUp to 6
Ownership100%
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Why ADGM

Why founders choose ADGM

100%

Full ownership

Own your company outright — no local partner, no sponsor, no equity given away.

Tax efficiency

Zero personal income tax and full repatriation of capital and profits.

Common-law credibility

An English common-law framework that international investors and banks recognise and trust.

Built for regulated business

A well-established path for funds, asset managers and fintechs needing formal regulatory approval.

Eligible activities

Financial, holding & fintech activities

ADGM specialises in financial and holding structures — here are some of the most common. Not sure which yours falls under? We'll map it for you.

Holding CompanySpecial Purpose VehicleAsset ManagementFintechFamily OfficeFund ManagementWealth ManagementFinancial ConsultingInvestment Advisory+ more activities →
ADGM Holding structurePrestige tier
Registration & licence (1 year)AED 25,000
Regulatory filing feesAED 4,500
Investor visa ×1AED 4,800
Structuring consultationIncluded
Estimated fromAED 25,000
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Indicative pricing — final quote depends on activities & visas.

ADGM FAQ

Questions about ADGM

ADGM (Abu Dhabi Global Market) is a financial free zone operating under English common law, rather than UAE civil law. This makes it especially trusted by international investors, funds and regulated financial businesses.

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