ADGM Portal Guide
A curated directory of every key ADGM portal and UAE government eService — from company registration and lease approval to visas, tax compliance, and banking.
Process Overview
Register on NewReg
Reserve your company name, submit incorporation documents, and obtain your ADGM Commercial Licence via newreg.adgm.com.
Register Your Lease on AccessRP
Your office lease or desk space agreement must be registered on AccessRP before ADGM will approve your business address.
Complete Government Services
Apply for your Establishment Card, employee visas, and Emirates IDs via ICP and ACCESSADGM portals.
Company Registration & Licensing
Register a new company, renew licences, file annual returns, manage shareholders and directors. Primary portal for all ADGM Registration Authority services.
Who Needs This
Every ADGM company — new incorporations and renewals.
Est. Time
3–5 business days
Official ADGM information hub — guides on setting up, entity types, regulated activities, and the latest fee schedules.
Who Needs This
All founders researching ADGM company formation options.
Est. Time
Reference only
Lease & Real Property
Register and manage your ADGM office lease. Required step for company registration — your lease must be registered here before ADGM will approve your business address. Connects landlords, tenants, and developers.
Who Needs This
Every ADGM entity — your registered address must be on AccessRP.
Est. Time
1–3 business days
Government Services & eChannels
Central portal for government services in ADGM including establishment card applications, e-channel immigration services, and other government-to-business transactions.
Who Needs This
All ADGM companies needing an Establishment Card or immigration services.
Est. Time
3–7 business days
Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP). Apply for establishment cards, residency visas, Emirates IDs, and entry permits for your ADGM company employees.
Who Needs This
Any ADGM company sponsoring employee or investor visas.
Est. Time
5–15 business days per visa
Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratisation. Manage employment contracts, work permits, and labour compliance for your ADGM employees.
Who Needs This
ADGM companies hiring staff under UAE labour law.
Est. Time
5–10 business days
Financial Services Regulation
The FSRA's regulatory portal for financial services firms. Submit In-Principle Applications (IPA), regulatory filings, prudential reports, and communicate with the FSRA directly.
Who Needs This
Regulated financial services firms (fund managers, advisors, banks, insurers).
Est. Time
3–6 months for IPA approval
Submit quarterly and annual prudential reports for FSRA-regulated financial services firms.
Who Needs This
All FSRA-licensed financial services firms with ongoing reporting obligations.
Est. Time
Quarterly / Annual submission
Tax & Compliance
Federal Tax Authority portal for UAE VAT and Corporate Tax registration, filing returns, and payments. ADGM companies are subject to UAE federal tax law.
Who Needs This
ADGM companies with taxable revenue above UAE thresholds.
Est. Time
Registration: 1–3 days; Filing: quarterly/annual
UAE Financial Intelligence Unit platform. All ADGM companies must register and report suspicious transactions here as part of AML/CFT compliance obligations.
Who Needs This
All ADGM companies — registration is mandatory for AML compliance.
Est. Time
Registration: 1 day; Ongoing reporting as needed
Register with the ADGM Data Protection Office and manage compliance with ADGM's Data Protection Regulations (modelled on UK GDPR).
Who Needs This
ADGM companies that process personal data of clients or employees.
Est. Time
2–5 business days
Banking & Payments
UAE's largest bank with a strong ADGM presence. Corporate banking, trade finance, and business accounts for ADGM-registered entities.
Who Needs This
All ADGM companies requiring a UAE corporate bank account.
Est. Time
2–6 weeks (KYC dependent)
HSBC offers corporate banking services for ADGM companies including multi-currency accounts and international trade finance.
Who Needs This
ADGM companies with international trade or multi-currency needs.
Est. Time
3–8 weeks (KYC dependent)
Learning & Support
Professional development, certification programmes, and financial services training. Supports ADGM's mission to build financial sector capabilities.
Who Needs This
Compliance officers, financial professionals, and regulated firm staff.
Est. Time
Self-paced
Related Guides
ADGM Courts and arbitration services. World-class dispute resolution under English common law for commercial disputes within the ADGM jurisdiction.
Who Needs This
ADGM entities involved in commercial disputes.
Est. Time
Case dependent
Related Guides
Official ADGM answers to frequently asked questions about registration, licensing, compliance, and operating within the jurisdiction.
Who Needs This
Anyone researching or operating within ADGM.
Est. Time
Reference only
Ready to Set Up Your ADGM Company?
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