Why Choose DIFC

25
+
Countries

The DIFC is a premier investment hub in Dubai, featuring a world-class, English common law-based regulatory framework, independent DIFC Courts, and a credible financial ecosystem, providing excellent access to global capital.

Who We Serve

Who is this for

Financial institutions and banking services

Fintech companies and digital finance startups

Asset management firms and investment advisors

Professional services firms serving financial sector

International companies requiring premium credibility

Service providers

DIFC Registration Process

Licence Determination

Licence Determination

  • Financial services requirement assessment
  • Business activity classification
  • Regulatory requirements review
  • DFSA consultation and pre-approval

Application Preparation

Application Preparation

  • Comprehensive business plan development
  • Financial projections and capital requirements
  • Key personnel and fitness assessments
  • Compliance and risk management frameworks

DIFC Application

DIFC Application

  • Passport copy and application forms
  • Business plan (if required for specific activities)
  • Compliance requirements verification

DIFC Registration

DIFC Registration

  • Company registration with DIFC Authority
  • Office lease in approved DIFC buildings
  • Corporate structure finalisation
  • Operational setup and systems implementation

Commencement of
Operations

Commencement of Operations

  • Final regulatory approvals
  • Staff recruitment and training
  • Client onboarding and service delivery
  • Ongoing compliance monitoring

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PROVEN RESULTS

Where we operate

EMIFAST - Dubai, UAE

Our Dubai office is our main advisory hub, supporting international structuring, incorporation, and ongoing compliance.

EMIFAST – London, UK

Our London office focuses on transfer pricing policies, benchmarking, and documentation to support compliant international group structures.

EMIFAST Accounting – Hong Kong

Our Hong Kong team supports corporate structuring, banking solutions, and ongoing accounting and compliance for international businesses.

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Not sure where to start? We’re here to discuss your structure, compliance requirements, and possible next steps.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. 100% compliant. Same strategies Fortune 500 uses.

Only if you fake substance. We build real structures only.

Transparent pricing provided during strategy call | Break even in 2-6 months vs. paying €40-200K+ annually in unnecessary tax.

2-4 months of complete implementation. Would you rather spend 3 months setting this up properly once, or spend the next 20 years overpaying 40-50%?

Yes. UAE 183 days/year, Cyprus 60 days/year, Malta 183 days/year. This isn't negotiable. Paper residency without actual presence is what gets people in trouble.

91% of people who try DIY make costly mistakes. You can spend 6 months learning and risk getting it wrong, or work with people who do this daily.

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