ADGM (Abu Dhabi) company formation: 2026 guide

ADGM (Abu Dhabi) is a free zone jurisdiction in the MENA. Headline taxation: 0% on qualifying income (9% otherwise). Companies are typically operational in 14 days from approximately $11,500 all-in for first-year set-up.

Tax headline

0% on qualifying income (9% otherwise)

Formation

14 days

From

$11,500

Treaties

140+

Substance

Office and director presence required

Banking

ADGM banks plus FAB, ADCB onshore introductions

What we use ADGM (Abu Dhabi) for

· Crypto VC fund
· Asset management firm
· DeFi protocol
· Family office

Highlights

· FSRA virtual asset regime
· English common law
· Tech Startup licence
· Foundation regime

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