Offshore SPV (ADGM)

An ADGM SPV is a special purpose vehicle established in Abu Dhabi Global Market free zone, providing common law legal framework, 0% tax on qualifying income, and international recognition.

ADGM CharacteristicsDetails
JurisdictionIndependent financial free zone in Abu Dhabi
Legal systemEnglish common law
Corporate formsLLC, Ltd Company, branches
Tax regime0% corporate tax on qualifying income
Regulatory bodyADGM Financial Services Regulatory Authority
Court systemADGM Courts, independent judiciary
SPV AdvantagesBenefit
100% foreign ownershipNo UAE national requirement
Tax efficiency0% on real estate and qualifying income
Asset protectionLimited liability, ring-fencing
Common law familiarityPreferred by international investors
DIFC equivalentSimilar to DIFC but Abu Dhabi jurisdiction
Setup costAED 50,000 to 100,000 including licensing

Related Terms

Arbitration Centre (ADGM)Free Zone SPVOffshore SPV (ADGM)Common LawTax Optimization

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