A Practical Guide to Launching your Fund in the DIFC

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Establishing a fund in the DIFC: A practical guide for asset managers

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is one of the world’s most dynamic and trusted jurisdictions for fund formation and cross-border investment.

Whether you are expanding into high-growth markets across the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia, or seeking a stable, internationally recognised hub for your next investment structure, the DIFC offers an exceptional platform for fund managers.

With its English common law framework, 50-year tax holiday, globally respected regulator (DFSA), and thriving ecosystem of financial institutions, the DIFC provides a foundation built for confidence, scalability, and long-term performance.

Fund managers benefit from flexible legal structures, streamlined regulatory pathways, and ready access to the region’s expanding institutional and professional investor base.

This guide outlines what you need to know, from fund types and regulatory requirements to governance expectations and approvals and demonstrates how Ocorian’s experienced team in the UAE can support a seamless, efficient, and fully compliant fund set-up from day one.

Wherever you are in your fund lifecycle, Ocorian is here to help you move with clarity, speed, and confidence.

Download A Practical Guide to Launching your Fund in the DIFC