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.
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.
Why founders choose ADGM
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.
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.
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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