DIFC guarantees a 40-year zero-tax policy on corporate income and profits, leveraging UAE’s network of double taxation avoidance treaties with central banks and regulators.
Incorporated entities and subsidiaries can enjoy 100% ownership in a world-class regulatory environment, allowing a variety of options in forming and structuring legal entities.
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) is an independent risk-based regulator responsible for granting licenses and regulating financial services operations operating through DIFC. Modelled closely based on the principle-based primary legislation in
The Common Law framework is followed by the courts and legal system in DIFC, enforced by a highly-regarded and independent regulator and well-respected court system. The courts manage all commercial and civil disputes occurring within DIFC or relating to companies and bodies registered in DIFC.