Family Foundation in ADGM in the UAE

Family foundation registration in ADGM, Abu Dhabi: a separate legal entity to hold shares, real estate, bank accounts and crypto, protect assets and plan succession. Full package with government fees, registered agent and address for 12 months — tax-efficient, no office lease, no UAE residency required.

from AED 21 850

7–10 working days

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Family Foundation in ADGM (Abu Dhabi Global Market)

ADGM is one of the most advanced free zones in the UAE, offering a well-developed legal and regulatory framework. This gives foundations registered in ADGM a strong reputation among banks and other financial institutions.

Key Benefits:

Separate legal personality: The foundation owns and manages assets in its own name and bears no liability for the obligations of the Founder or the beneficiaries;

Low entry threshold and costs: Minimal initial assets and comparatively low registration fees;

Flexible governance model: Both individuals and legal entities can be members of the Council or serve as Guardians, and the structure of the Council can be easily modified;

Redomiciliation options: The foundation can be moved into or out of ADGM without the need for liquidation;

Tax efficiency: The foundation may be exempt from corporate income tax. Tax obligations will arise only at the beneficiary level upon receipt of distributions from the foundation;

No office lease required: The foundation’s registered address is provided by the registered agent.

Process and Timeline*

1

Preparation of the KYC package and draft founding documents – approximately 3 business days.

2

Submission of the application through a registered agent and payment of fees – 1 day.

3

Review of the free zone registration application — approximately 5–7 days (provided that a complete set of documents is submitted).

4

Issuance of the foundation’s incorporation documents certified by the free zone authority.

*Practical timelines are based on recent registrations by Smart Advisors Group; actual timing depends on the client’s promptness in providing required information.

Service Fees

Additional Services for Supplementary Company Documents

from USD 500

Customized Company Documentation (tailored to client requirements)

from USD 1 500

Full registration package (up to 4 members, includes all government fees, legal address for 12 months, registered agent services)

from USD 5 950

Why Choose Smart Advisors Group?

A team of lawyers and tax consultants with over 10 years of experience in structuring family assets.

Full support — from concept development to opening bank accounts.

Fixed transparent pricing and a dedicated personal manager at every stage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Any individual or company of any nationality. The founder does not need UAE residency.

By a council of individuals or companies that acts under the charter and by-laws. A guardian can be appointed to supervise the council and protect the founder's intentions.

Yes. ADGM foundations and trusts are permitted to own Dubai real estate directly or indirectly.

It must register for Corporate Tax. If it qualifies as a family foundation, it can apply to be treated as tax transparent, with tax arising only at the level of beneficiaries.

Yes. ADGM's reputation and common law framework make foundations acceptable to UAE and international banks. We support the account opening.

Yes. Foundations can be redomiciled into or out of ADGM without liquidation, keeping their assets and history.

Depends on several factors such as number of UBOs and legal work that needs to be done. The certificate is issued in about 10–15 business days.

Written and approved by legal expert

Begzod Sodikov

Business Consultant

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