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Build your company
where business moves.
Set up your company in Abu Dhabi Global Market with J K Management Consultancies. From choosing the right structure to preparing your application and coordinating the incorporation process, our team helps you move from idea to an established ADGM entity.
ADGM Entity
A structured route to establishing your presence in Abu Dhabi.
A serious base for
serious businesses.
ADGM is an international financial centre in Abu Dhabi with a legal and regulatory framework designed to support companies, investors, entrepreneurs and international businesses.
International framework
Operate within an international financial centre with a legal framework based on English common law.
Strategic location
Establish a presence in Abu Dhabi and position your business for regional and international opportunities.
Flexible structures
Choose from structures designed for operating businesses, holding companies, technology businesses, SPVs and foundations.
Digital registration
ADGM provides an online registration route, helping businesses manage the incorporation process efficiently.
One jurisdiction.
Different possibilities.
The right ADGM structure depends on what you are building, holding, investing or managing. J K helps you understand the available route before moving into the application stage.
ADGM Operating Company
Suitable for businesses establishing an operating presence in Abu Dhabi, including professional and business service activities and other permitted non-financial activities.
ADGM Tech Startup
A route designed around eligible technology businesses and entrepreneurs looking to establish their business within the ADGM ecosystem.
ADGM Special Purpose Vehicle
SPVs can be used for specific holding and structuring purposes. The exact requirements depend on the proposed structure and applicable ADGM requirements.
ADGM Foundation
Foundations can provide a legal structure for holding assets, business interests and succession arrangements, subject to ADGM requirements.
From idea to ADGM entity.
We help organise the process into clear stages so you know what needs to happen next.
Consultation
Understand your business activity, objectives and preferred structure.
Structure & documents
Select the appropriate structure and prepare the required information and documents.
Application
Coordinate the application, filings and required incorporation documents.
Incorporation
Once approved, your ADGM entity is established and the next operational steps can begin.
Less confusion.
More progress.
ADGM incorporation involves more than submitting a form. The structure, business activity, name, documents and supporting requirements all need to align. J K helps coordinate these stages so you can focus on the business itself.
- Initial business setup consultation
- Business activity and structure guidance
- Company name and application coordination
- Document preparation and review
- ADGM application support
- Post-incorporation business setup coordination
Get the details
right first.
The exact documentation depends on the entity, activity and applicant. We review the requirements with you before the application stage.
Questions before
you begin?
Here are some common questions about setting up a business in ADGM.
Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) is an international financial centre in Abu Dhabi. Its Registration Authority handles the registration, incorporation and licensing of legal entities within ADGM.
ADGM is designed to support local, regional and international applicants. Specific ownership and application requirements depend on the proposed entity and business activity.
ADGM supports a range of financial, non-financial and retail activities. Depending on the business, structures can include operating companies, holding companies, SPVs, foundations, technology startups and other permitted structures.
Non-exempt SPVs and foundations are required to appoint an ADGM-licensed Company Service Provider. Whether an entity is exempt depends on the applicable ADGM requirements.
ADGM states that applications can be completed within a few days when all required information is accurately submitted. Actual timing can vary depending on the entity, activity, documents and any additional approvals required.
Yes. J K can coordinate additional business setup and related services depending on your requirements, including selected UAE business, licensing and compliance support.
Your ADGM journey
starts with
one conversation.
Tell us about your business, your intended activity and what you want to achieve in Abu Dhabi. Our team will help you understand the setup route and the next steps.
