Expand into the UAE’s Thriving Financial Market – DIFC, ADGM & SCA Offer Strong Growth Potential

Financial Licensing | Market Entry | Trading Platforms | Digital Banking | Payments & Crypto

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UAE Financial Industry Overview & Growth Trends

Market Size & Capital Inflows

UAE’s financial sector grew by over 3% in 2023, with non-oil sectors contributing 74%+ of GDP.
DIFC saw a 26% increase in financial institutions and a 34% rise in new company registrations.
The UAE payments sector grew by 13% annually, showcasing strong investor confidence.

Regulatory & Innovation Leadership

DIFC revenue grew by 23% in 2023, reinforcing its position as a financial hub.
ADGM expanded financial entities by 32%, making it one of the fastest-growing centers.
By 2028, UAE’s financial sector is expected to grow by 45%, driven by digital transformation & regulatory advancements.

Key Industry Segments & Market Entry Pathways

Digital Banking

Neo banks, Open Banking API Integration

Market Makers

SCA License for Market Makers & Liquidity Providers

Brokers & Dealers

DIFC & ADGM Brokerage Licensing for FX, Securities & Derivatives

Asset & Wealth Management

Fund Management, Family Offices, Investment Firms

Hedge Funds

Alternative Investments, Risk Management & Institutional Trading

Payment Services

DIFC & ADGM Licensing for Payment Providers, E-Money & Remittance

Digital Assets & FinTech

Blockchain-Based Payments, Tokenization & DeFi Solutions

Crypto Exchanges

DIFC, ADGM & SCA Crypto Licensing & Trading Platforms

Applicable Services

Licensing

Obtain a Financial License in the Middle East and Enter Global Markets

Market Entry

Unlock the UAE Market – Fast, Compliant, and Strategic Expansion

Digital Transformation & FinTech

Transform Your Business with AI, Blockchain, and Smart Automation

UAE vs. Other Global Financial Hubs

Metrics	UAE (DIFC/ADGM)	London (FCA)	Singapore (MAS)	Hong Kong (SFC)
Regulatory Framework	Flexible & Business- Friendly	Stable but Strict	Balanced	Traditional but Robust
Corporate Tax	0% Corporate Tax	19%	17%	16.5%
FinTech Support	High	Moderate	High	Moderate
Institutional Investor Confidence	High	High	High	High

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Market Strategy & License Selection (1-2 Weeks)

Identify the best DIFC / ADGM / SCA licensing pathway.
Define the regulatory & business structure.
Case Study: A global fund secured a DIFC fund manager license within 6 weeks.

Licensing Application & Compliance (4-12 Weeks)

Submit DIFC / ADGM licensing applications.
AML, KYC & compliance documentation.
Case Study: A payment institution secured an ADGM license & entered the B2B market.

Ongoing Growth & Regulatory Compliance

Market expansion, client onboarding & transaction monitoring.
Case Study: A family office optimized its wealth management structure.

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