DIFC Setup Specialists · 811 Advisory
Setting Up in DIFC
Dubai International Financial Centre
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is one of the world's leading financial free zones — offering a world-class legal framework, 100% foreign ownership, and access to the region's most dynamic markets. 811 provides end-to-end company setup support to get you operating with speed and confidence.
200+
Clients Served
10+
Years Experience
100%
foreign ownership
Why DIFC?
✓World-class English common law legal framework
✓100% foreign ownership — no local sponsor needed
✓Passport services into wider UAE & GCC markets
✓DFSA-regulated — internationally recognised
✓Access to DIFC courts, talent pool & business network
✓Independent ecosystem for financial & professional services
DIFC Company Types
Regulated & Non-Regulated Companies
DIFC · DFSA Supervised
Regulated Companies
Who Is This For?
Firms seeking to conduct financial services activities such as banking, asset management, insurance, capital markets, fintech, and advisory services.
Key Features
✓Licensed and supervised by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA)
✓Access to an internationally recognised, robust legal and regulatory framework
✓Eligible to passport services into the wider UAE and GCC markets
What 811 Does for You
→Assess your business activity and advise on the correct DFSA licence category
→Prepare and submit your Regulatory Business Plan (RBP) and full application
→Advise on Authorised Individuals — Senior Managers, Compliance Officers
→Guide you through DFSA interviews and due diligence processes
→Assist with capital requirements, office space, and post-licensing compliance setup
Get Started — DFSA Regulated Setup
DIFC · Registrar of Companies
Non-Regulated Companies
Who Is This For?
Businesses in legal, consulting, technology, retail, media, family offices, and professional services that do not require a DFSA licence.
Key Features
✓Registered under the DIFC Registrar of Companies
✓Governed by DIFC's independent, English common law legal system
✓Full access to DIFC ecosystem — courts, talent pool, and premier business network
What 811 Does for You
→Identify the right entity type — LLC, Branch, Holding Company, or Representative Office
→Handle all name reservation, incorporation, and Registrar filings
→Advise on visa quotas, office requirements, and operational licensing
→Coordinate with DIFC Authority for fast-track approvals
→Provide ongoing corporate secretarial and compliance support
Get Started — Non-Regulated Setup
Why Choose 811
Expert DIFC Setup
You Can Trust
811 combines deep DIFC regulatory knowledge with a personalised, end-to-end approach — ensuring your company is structured correctly, licensed efficiently, and compliant from day one.
Book Free Consultation| Feature | What You Get |
|---|---|
| Expert Guidance | Specialists with deep DIFC regulatory knowledge |
| End-to-End Support | From initial consultation to licence issuance |
| Speed | Streamlined processes to minimise delays |
| Compliance Ready | Structures built for long-term regulatory health |
| Tailored Solutions | Customised for your business model and goals |
