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DIFC — Dubai International Financial Centre

A global financial hub with an independent common-law court system, the DFSA as independent regulator, and a vibrant community of financial, professional & innovation firms inside the Innovation Hub — all in the heart of Dubai.

7.7k+ Active Companies
47.9k Professionals
DFSA Independent Regulator
Courts Common-Law Courts

Why choose DIFC for company registration

  • Independent common-law courts within the Centre.
  • DFSA as independent regulator with sandboxes & innovation programmes.
  • Licensing for regulated financial and non-regulated professional services.
  • Global firm community with access to capital & networks.
  • Innovation Hub, flexible workspaces & accelerators.
  • Central location near SZR & Downtown Dubai.

The district — DIFC Gate District

  • Grade-A offices, flexible workspaces & innovation centres.
  • Dining & retail at Gate Avenue; direct Metro connectivity.
  • International business environment with year-round events.
  • Support ecosystem: legal, audit, consulting & corporate service providers.

Registration process (typical)

  1. Select activity & entity type
  2. Initial approvals (DFSA if regulated)
  3. Workspace lease (Innovation Hub/office)
  4. ROC registration & licence issuance
  5. Bank account & visas

What you’ll need

  • Entity: Ltd company, partnerships, or branch; plus special forms (Prescribed/Foundations).
  • Regulated (DFSA) or non-regulated (professional/consulting) activities.
  • Shareholder passports & proof of address; UBO/KYC; management details.
  • Workspace inside DIFC (flexi desk/office) defining visa allocation.
  • Capital & governance vary by licence type.
  • Company docs & bank account as applicable.

Regulated activities require additional compliance (AML, risk, reporting).

Best business fit for DIFC

Ideal for financial, professional and innovation-driven firms — with both regulated and non-regulated licences.

  • Asset management & hedge funds
  • Family offices & wealth management
  • FinTech / Web3 & digital assets
  • Professional services: legal, audit, consulting
  • Corporate finance & investment banking
  • Corporate HQs & regional management

FAQ

How long does DIFC setup usually take?
With documents ready, approvals and registration can complete in a few weeks; regulated licences may take longer due to DFSA requirements.
Does DIFC support non-financial activities?
Yes. Through non-financial business categories with the ROC (e.g., consulting, regional HQs, professional services) without DFSA supervision.
Are there innovation/sandbox programmes?
Yes. DFSA runs regulatory testing initiatives and there’s an Innovation Hub within DIFC.

Service Packages

Choose a plan that fits your launch. All packages can be tailored on request.

Launch

AED 4,950
7–10 working days
  • free zone fit check (1–2) options
  • License Application
  • Establishment Card
  • One Visa Application
  • bank intro & file preparation (1 bank) *
  • PRO concierge (up to 3 government touches)
  • digital deliverables pack. (Logo, website and business card designs)
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Growth (Most Popular)

AED 9,850
  • Everything in Launch plus:
  • Free zone fit check (3–4)
  • Two Visa Application
  • Bank Intro & file preparation (2 banks)* with weekly follow-up for 2 weeks
  • TRN registration (if qualifying)
  • PRO concierge (up to 8 government touches)
  • Fast-Track Review — next-business-day document checks
  • Priority Queueing — your application always goes first
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Executive / Concierge

AED 19,500
  • Everything in Growth plus:
  • on-site accompaniment (1 visit, up to 2h) & document pickup
  • three banker intros* with senior banker follow-through if progress stalls
  • accounting starter kit + 1h training
  • compliance calendar for the year
  • dedicated WhatsApp line with 4-hour SLA.
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Add-ons

From AED 1,200

  • Extra visa file (per person)
  • Additional bank intro (per bank)
  • On-site accompaniment (per 2h visit) (+AED 400 per extra hour; other emirates +AED 300–600 trip)
  • Urgent processing uplift: +20% of service fee (minimum AED 1,000)
  • Legal translation/attestation (per page)

PRO retainers (monthly)

Lite (≤3 touches/mo; 24–48h replies)
AED 650
Plus (≤8 touches/mo; same-day replies)
AED 1,250
  • Accounting Pro (10 tx/month)
  • Accounting Pro (15 tx/month)
  • Accounting Pro (20 tx/month)
  • TAX return submittal (VAT x4 a year & Corp Tax once a year)
Concierge (reasonable-use; 4h SLA)
AED 2,750
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