Compare UAE jurisdictions
Side by side on the figures that decide it — licence cost, timeline, capital, visa — each linked to its official source.
| Metric | DIFC Dubai · DFSA | ADGM Abu Dhabi · FSRA | DMCC Dubai · DMCC Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest licence | USD 1,000 per year difc.com · Jun 2026 | USD 1,500 per year adgm.com · Jun 2026 | AED 20,265 per year dmcc.ae · Jun 2026 |
| Setup timeline | 6–10 weeks kayrouzandassociates.com · Jun 2026 | 5–10 business days help.clara.co · Jun 2026 | 5–7 working days companyformationdmcc.com · Jun 2026 |
| Minimum capital | USD 10,000–30,000 base capital best 10leaves.ae · Jun 2026 | USD 10,000 base capital aston.ae · Jun 2026 | No fixed paid-up minimum (declared in MOA) dmcc.ae · Jun 2026 |
| Residence visa cost | — | — | AED 2,972.5 per visa dmcc.ae · Jun 2026 |
| Registration fee | USD 8,000 one-time 10leaves.ae · Jun 2026 | — | AED 9,020 one-time dmcc.ae · Jun 2026 |
Figures scraped from official sources, pending expert verification — not legal or financial advice. “Best” reflects the lowest published figure among those compared, not an endorsement. Confirm with the regulator before acting.