Register Your Company
in Dubai DIFC
DIFC Courts. Common law. DFSA regulated. Institutional credibility. Premium financial centre.
The Middle East’s premier financial centre
DIFC is the region’s leading financial centre with its own courts, laws (English common law), and regulator (DFSA). 0% tax guarantee for 50 years.
Home to the world’s top banks, law firms, and asset managers. DIFC provides the highest level of institutional credibility in the Middle East and is increasingly the gateway to Saudi Arabia for regional financial services.
DFSA Regulated
Top-tier regulator
Common Law
DIFC Courts
0% Tax
50-year guarantee
Institutional
Top banks & firms
Company Limited by Shares
Company Limited by Shares
PREMIUMMin 1 shareholder, 1 director, registered office in DIFC. DFSA licensing available for regulated activities.
Best for: Financial services, asset management, fintech, family offices, hedge funds, VC/PE.
Transparent, fixed pricing
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| DIFC Company | From $15,000 |
| Commercial license (annual) | From $12,000 |
| Registered office | From $5,000 |
| DFSA licensing | Custom quote |
Tax structure at a glance
Common questions
Why DIFC over DMCC?
DIFC is for regulated financial services with its own courts and regulator. DMCC is for trading and commodities.
Is DFSA licensing required?
Only for regulated activities (asset management, advisory, funds). General trading doesn’t need DFSA.
Can I get a bank account?
Yes. DIFC companies have access to all major banks in the region.
Ready to register in DIFC?
Get an instant quote with full breakdown or book a free advisory call.
Cost & Timeline Breakdown
Transparent pricing. Everything included to get you operational in DIFC.
| Item | Cost | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| DIFC company registration | Included | 1–2 weeks |
| Commercial license | Included | Included |
| Data Protection registration | Included | 1–2 days |
| Registered office (1st year) | Included | Included |
| DIFC Courts access | Included | Included |
| Bank account introduction | Included | 1–2 weeks |
| Total Package | From $15,000 | 2–4 weeks |
All prices fixed — no hourly billing. Optional add-ons available on request.
What Our Clients Say
Founders who registered through Sovera Global.
“DIFC’s common law jurisdiction and DFSA regulation were non-negotiable for our fund. Sovera handled the registration and connected us with Standard Chartered DIFC.”
“The DIFC Innovation License was perfect for our startup. Sovera navigated the application and got us operational within the month.”
Official Resources
Government agencies for company registration in DIFC.
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