The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is one of the leading financial hubs in the Middle East, offering a robust legal framework based on English common law, tax efficiency, and access to a growing regional market. Whether you are launching an asset management firm, financial advisory business, fund manager, or fintech solution, DIFC provides a structured path to establish and scale regulated entities under the oversight of the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA).
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) recently released its Thematic Review on Audit Working Papers Archiving and Retention a key document examining how Registered Auditors (RAs) operating in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) are managing the archiving, retention, and integrity of audit documentation.
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has released a comprehensive FAQ to support authorised Firms in understanding and preparing for the revised Client Assets Regime, which will come into effect on 1 January 2026. These updates follow Consultation Paper 160 (CP160) and aim to enhance the safeguarding of client assets in or from the DIFC.
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the region’s leading financial hub, has released Consultation Paper No. 2 of 2025, proposing a new Variable Capital Company (VCC) regulatory framework. This initiative aims to expand the Centre’s appeal to private investors by providing greater flexibility in structuring proprietary investment vehicles.
Dubai continues to strengthen its position as a global financial hub with the launch of the Dubai Financial Services Unified Guidebook. Developed in partnership with the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), and Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), this guide is designed to simplify financial services licensing in the UAE and help businesses establish their operations in Dubai's thriving ecosystem.
The rising influx of High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNWIs) into the UAE has driven increased demand for bespoke wealth management services. The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has emerged as the preferred jurisdiction for Wealth and Asset Management (WAM) firms looking to tap into the MEASA region.
