Discover ADGM: Abu Dhabi’s
International Financial Hub
Explore a world-class financial center built on English Common Law, offering
innovation, stability, and opportunity in the heart of the UAE
About Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM)
Established under Abu Dhabi Law No. 4 of 2013, Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) is a leading international financial centre and financial free zone located in the heart of the UAE capital. Operating under its own legal framework, ADGM offers a robust, English Common Law-based legal system and a progressive regulatory environment that empowers global businesses to thrive.
ADGM’s dynamic ecosystem supports a wide range of financial activities, including banking, insurance, asset and wealth management, and capital markets.
Why Choose ADGM?
ADGM stands out as a premier jurisdiction for international investors and high-net-worth individuals seeking a secure, forward-thinking platform for their business and personal wealth strategies.
- Fully backed by the Government of Abu Dhabi, with top-tier sovereign credit ratings
- First in the MENA region to apply English Common Law in its entirety
- Home to the world’s first fully digital courtroom
- Pioneer of the first digital banking licence regime globally
- Region’s first comprehensive virtual asset regulatory framework
- Over 3,000 entities registered and operating within ADGM
Banking Advantages
ADGM companies and foundations can leverage the UAE’s well-established banking infrastructure without the burdensome legalisation processes typically required for foreign entities to open bank accounts in the region.
Additionally, ADGM companies and foundations often find it easier to establish international banking relationships compared to entities domiciled in other offshore jurisdictions, offering added agility in global financial operations.
