Regulatory & Licensing
Navigating complex regional legal landscapes.
The Challenge
Licensing in the Middle East is fragmented and rigorous. We provide the strategy, entity structuring, and liaison needed to get you live and compliant.
Our Solution
DIFC (DFSA) & ADGM (FSRA) license strategy
Saudi CMA & SAMA application management
Bahrain CBB & Crypto-asset frameworks
VARA (Dubai) Virtual Asset License advisory
Local Resident Director (RO) sourcing
Compliance & AML manual localization
Frequently Asked Questions
Free-zone licenses (DIFC/ADGM) typically take 4-6 months, while onshore SCA licenses can take 9-12 months.
Yes, most financial regulators in the region require a substantive physical presence and local staff.
Yes, we have a specialized track for VASP (Virtual Asset Service Provider) applications in Dubai.
They vary significantly by license type, ranging from $100k for advisory to several millions for full market-making licenses.
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