RAK ICC vs ADGM (Abu Dhabi): which jurisdiction wins?

RAK ICC vs ADGM (Abu Dhabi) — both credible, very different trade-offs. Below: side-by-side on the variables that actually move the decision.

	RAK ICC	ADGM (Abu Dhabi)
Tax headline	0% on qualifying income	0% on qualifying income (9% otherwise)
Formation days	5	14
First-year cost	$3,800	$11,500
Treaties	140+	140+
Substance	Lighter than DIFC/ADGM; substance for tax claims	Office and director presence required
Banking	Onshore UAE bank intros possible with proper file	ADGM banks plus FAB, ADCB onshore introductions

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